: Players with valid save data from previous versions or the original game may gain access to exclusive items or weapons. In some cases, these rewards are preloaded into the game files but require a specific save state to "claim" within the main menu.
However, the modding community is already hard at work. On PC, "save file mimics" are circulating on sites like Nexus Mods. These are essentially tiny files that trick the Remake into thinking you’ve completed the original game. Use these at your own risk, as they can sometimes interfere with Steam Achievements. Why This Matters for the Lore
While saves are generally forward-compatible, major updates may introduce bugs or break older save files. According to developer notes, old saves—especially those saved pre-endgame—may not always be perfectly compatible with newer builds. To be safe:
: Players with valid save data from previous versions or the original game may gain access to exclusive items or weapons. In some cases, these rewards are preloaded into the game files but require a specific save state to "claim" within the main menu.
However, the modding community is already hard at work. On PC, "save file mimics" are circulating on sites like Nexus Mods. These are essentially tiny files that trick the Remake into thinking you’ve completed the original game. Use these at your own risk, as they can sometimes interfere with Steam Achievements. Why This Matters for the Lore
While saves are generally forward-compatible, major updates may introduce bugs or break older save files. According to developer notes, old saves—especially those saved pre-endgame—may not always be perfectly compatible with newer builds. To be safe:
