If you are playing the version available on PC Game Pass, the save location is different. It is usually located in the Windows "WGS" (Windows Gaming Services) folder, which is difficult to manually edit:
C:\Users\[Username]\AppData\Local\Packages\GTLG.FeedandGrowFish_wge...
For Game Pass versions, it is highly recommended to rely on the built-in Xbox Cloud sync rather than manual file management.
If you're looking to edit your save file, you'll need to use a third-party tool or editor. Some popular options include:
The save data for Feed and Grow: Fish is typically found here:
C:\Users\[YourUsername]\AppData\Local\FeedAndGrowFish\Saved\SaveGames
Or sometimes:
C:\Users\[YourUsername]\AppData\Local\FeedAndGrowFish\Saved\SaveData
Note: AppData is a hidden folder — type %localappdata% into File Explorer's address bar to jump there directly. feed and grow fish save file
Not everyone wants to fiddle with JSON code. If you want a plug-and-play solution, the community has you covered. Search for a "100% Complete Save File."
The best sources (as of 2024/2025):
How to install a downloaded save file:
Note: exact field names vary by version. Examples describe the general approach. If you are playing the version available on
Modify XP/level
Change fish stats (health, damage, speed)
Spawn items or change world state
Position/teleport
Technically, FishSave.dat can be edited to modify your money (coins) or unlocked fish. However, the file format often changes with game updates. Editing the file requires a hex editor and knowledge of the current offset values. Doing this incorrectly can corrupt your save, so always create a backup before attempting any manual editing.
On non-Windows systems running through Steam Proton:
For most players, the Windows path is the correct one, even on Steam Deck (in Desktop Mode).