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Fatekeeper open world area showing the scale of the game's handcrafted environments

Fatekeeper How Long to Beat: Early Access Length, Full Release & Save File

How long is Fatekeeper? Current Early Access length (~2 hours), full release target (~15 hours), completionist notes, save file location, and Steam Cloud status.

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Two hours. That's what you get right now — enough to test the combat, try a build, fight the first boss. The full game is aiming for 15 hours, about 18 months out. At $7-10, it's cheap. No autosaves — save manually, and back up %USERPROFILE%\AppData\Local\Fatekeeper\Saved\SaveGames before patches hit.

Quick Answer

Fatekeeper Length & Save Data

About 2 hours in the current build, ~15 hours at full release. Manual saves only — no autosave. Back up your save folder before patches.

Current Early Access Length

StepDo thisWhy it matters
Early Access nowAbout 2 hours for a focused run through available content.The launch build prioritizes quality over quantity — every area is handcrafted.
Full release targetDeveloper roadmap targets around 15 hours for the complete campaign.Subject to change as Early Access progresses. ~18-month timeline.
Completionist (EA)Exploring every side path and testing all builds may add 1-2 hours.Build experimentation and hidden lore reward thorough exploration.
Save file locationWindows: %USERPROFILE%\AppData\Local\Fatekeeper\Saved\SaveGamesBack up this folder before applying major patches during Early Access.
Steam CloudSteam Cloud is listed on the store page. Verify sync before playing on another PC.Always manually back up as a precaution during Early Access.

The 2-hour estimate assumes you follow the main route without excessive backtracking or build experimentation. Fatekeeper's combat is methodical — learning enemy patterns, testing spell interactions, and comparing relic effects can easily extend your playtime. Treat the first run as a mechanics-learning pass, then decide whether to explore deeper or wait for more content.

Full Release Plan

Paraglacial (a team of 13) has shared an Early Access roadmap targeting approximately 18 months of development before the 1.0 release. The full campaign is expected to reach around 15 hours of content.

Early Access timelines drift — that's normal. Paraglacial is a tiny team (13 people). Major updates should land every few months. Keep an eye on the Steam page for roadmap changes.

Save File Location

%USERPROFILE%\AppData\Local\Fatekeeper\Saved\SaveGames
  • • Press Win + R, paste the path above, and press Enter to open the folder directly.
  • • Save files use the .sav extension. Each character/build has its own save slot.
  • Back up this folder before applying major Early Access patches — updates can occasionally break save compatibility.
  • • If switching PCs, copy the entire SaveGames folder to the same path on the new machine.
  • • The game uses manual saves only — there is no autosave system. Save frequently.

Steam Cloud Status

Steam Cloud is listed as a supported feature on the Fatekeeper store page. However, during Early Access, always manually back up your save folder as a precaution. To verify Steam Cloud is working:

  1. Launch Fatekeeper and create a manual save.
  2. Exit the game and wait for the Steam client to finish syncing (check the game's Library page for the cloud sync indicator).
  3. On a second PC (or after verifying via Steam's remote storage), confirm the save is accessible.
Fatekeeper handcrafted world with ruins, caves, and forests to explore
Fatekeeper's world is fully handcrafted — no procedural generation. Explore side paths when you have enough resources to safely return.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How long is Fatekeeper right now?

Fatekeeper's Early Access launch build contains about 2 hours of content for a focused run through the available areas. Exploring every side path and testing multiple builds may add 1-2 hours.

Q: How long will the full game be?

The developer roadmap targets around 15 hours for the full 1.0 release campaign. This is subject to change as Early Access development progresses over the planned ~18-month timeline.

Q: Where is the Fatekeeper save file located?

On Windows, save files are stored at %USERPROFILE%\AppData\Local\Fatekeeper\Saved\SaveGames. Back up this folder before applying major patches during Early Access.

Q: Does Fatekeeper support Steam Cloud saves?

Steam Cloud is listed on the Fatekeeper store page. Verify sync is working before switching PCs. Manually back up your save folder as a precaution during Early Access.

Q: Is Fatekeeper worth the price for only 2 hours?

At $7-10 with a launch discount, the Early Access build is priced as an early supporter tier rather than a full game purchase. You're buying into the development journey — the price will increase as more content is added.