To fix this, you must match the virtual User ID used by your non-Steam version to your actual Steam ID, or utilize a community-made hex-editing tool/save resigner.
Look specifically for the AppID folder 221040 (the official Steam application ID for Resident Evil 6).
Understanding these directories allows you to safely back up your campaign progress, transfer save files between profiles, or install a 100% completion unlocker. Standard Non-Steam Save Locations
Finding your Resident Evil 6 save files on a non-Steam version can be tricky since different releases (like various digital stores or older physical copies) store data in different places. Where to Find Your Resident Evil 6 Save Files (Non-Steam)
If your version utilizes the popular Goldberg emulator, the data is pushed straight into your user profile profile's roaming data directory:
Let’s cut to the chase.
If you are moving data to a new emulator, changing this number to match your previous setup's ID will instantly make your old savedata.bin readable again. Troubleshooting Common Save Issues
For non-Steam or DRM-free versions, the save data—often a file named —is usually found in one of the following locations: Public Documents : C:\Users\Public\Documents\Resident Evil 6\