The fix typically involves deleting the existing save folder, disabling cloud saves, running the game as admin, and sometimes applying a registry edit or a DLL replacement (for the GFWL removal version).
The fix addresses all three layers simultaneously.
Extract the fix files into the game directory as instructed by the readme. 3. Switch to the "Complete Edition" on Steam
This bypasses some User Account Control (UAC) restrictions, allowing the game to write to protected areas.
If you prefer not to use third-party modifications, you can force the integrated Microsoft platform helper to store data locally on your storage drive.