If you are looking for the physical save data on a PC to back it up or move it, it is usually found in the Ubisoft Connect or Steam installation folders:

To get a proper Far Cry 4 save file that starts right after the first mission (the escape from Pagan Min’s palace and the initial return to Banapur), here’s what you need to know:

Far Cry 4, Ubisoft’s explosive open-world shooter set in the fictional Himalayan nation of Kyrat, is beloved for its villain (Pagan Min) and its freedom. However, for many players, the game has a notorious bottleneck: the first 20–30 minutes.

: At the very beginning, Pagan Min asks you to "stay here, enjoy the food" while he handles business. If you wait approximately 13–15 minutes , Pagan returns, explains your family history, and helps you fulfill your mother's final wish immediately.

Here are some tips and tricks that you should keep in mind when saving your game progress in Far Cry 4:

C:\Program Files (x86)\Ubisoft\Ubisoft Game Launcher\savegames\ \4311 (or folder 856 )