Overwatch 2 "settings not saved" error: Possible fixes and reasons

Overwatch 2 "settings not saved" error has been prevalent since its release, preventing players from saving their in-game settings to get an optimal experience. The error typically occurs when players restart their game after saving their preferred settings. This issue is widespread, with several players voicing their complaints on various forums. Although there is no permanent fix, there are several steps players can take that might help fix the error.

With that in mind, this article will shed some light on the potential reasons and fixes players can use to get rid of the Overwatch 2 “settings not saved” error.

Note: The solutions provided here are not guaranteed to work for everyone.

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Potential reasons for Overwatch 2 "settings not saved" error

There are a couple of reasons why you might face a well-known Overwatch 2 “settings not saved” error after restarting the game. Here’s a list of the available prevalent reasons:

• Corrupted files inside Overwatch 2’s folder.
• A turned-off Cloud Sync option on Steam.
• Blizzard’s server-side issue.

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Possible fixes for "settings not saved" error in Overwatch 2

Overwatch 2 in-game settings option (Image via Blizzard)

If you are struggling to get rid of the "settings not saved" error in Overwatch 2, here’s a quick breakdown of possible fixes:

Run Overwatch 2 as admin

This is one of the best fixes you must try to avoid the Overwatch 2 "settings not saved" error. To perform this, follow the steps mentioned below:

• Run Overwatch.exe as admin.
• It’ll create a folder named Overwatch under the Documents category.
• Navigate to the Documents folder and right click in it and select properties.
• Remove the tick mark option from the Read-only settings.

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Turn off/on Controlled folder access

Turning your controlled folder access on or off might fix the Overwatch 2 "settings not saved" error. Here is a detailed guide to perform the steps:

• Open the Start menu.
• Type Virus and Threat Protection.
• Upon opening the option, choose Virus and Threat Protection Settings.
• Scroll down till you find Controlled folder access.
• Turn it on/off accordingly.

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Verify the integrity of Overwatch 2 files

Overwatch 2 file integrity check via Steam (Image via Valve)

As discussed, having a corrupted file inside Overwatch 2’s folder might cause this Overwatch 2 "settings not saved" error in-game. However, performing an integrity check will most likely resolve the issue.

Here’s a detailed breakdown of the steps to perform an integrity check:

For Steam:

• Open Steam and log in.
• Navigate to Overwatch 2 and right-click on it.
• Select Properties, followed by Installed Files.
• Look for Verify Integrity of game files options, and wait for a couple of minutes.

For Battle.net:

• Open the Battle.net client and log in.
• Look for the Overwatch 2 application.
• Beside the play option, you’ll find a settings symbol. Press on it.
• Look for Scan and Repair and left-click on it.

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Reinstall Overwatch 2

Reinstalling the game might help you get rid of the Overwatch 2 "settings not saved" error. Hence, we highly recommend reinstalling the game from your preferred client (Battle.net/Steam) to properly save the settings.

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Wait for a patch

If any of the aforementioned fixes do not fix the Overwatch 2 "settings not saved" error, head to the official social media forums of Blizzard to check if anyone else is facing this issue or not. If so, then wait for the developers to release a patch addressing this issue.

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