How To Uninstall Star Citizen (and Save Your Custom Files)

If you’re looking to uninstall Star Citizen from your system but want to ensure that your custom files are saved, follow these steps to do so safely and efficiently:

Saving Your Custom Files:

Before uninstalling the game, it’s important to back up any custom files you may have, such as saved games, in-game settings, or configurations. Locate the folder where these files are stored and make a copy in a separate location on your computer or an external storage device.

Uninstalling Star Citizen:

1. Open the Control Panel on your computer.

2. Click on ‘Uninstall a program’ under the ‘Programs’ section.

3. Locate Star Citizen in the list of installed programs.

4. Right-click on Star Citizen and select ‘Uninstall’.

5. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the uninstallation process.

Cleaning Up Leftover Files:

After uninstalling Star Citizen, it’s a good idea to check for any leftover files or folders related to the game. You can do this by manually searching for Star Citizen folders on your computer and deleting them.

Recovering Custom Files:

Once you have successfully uninstalled Star Citizen, you can then move your saved custom files back to their original location. This will allow you to retain your in-game progress, settings, and configurations when you decide to reinstall the game in the future.

By following these steps, you can uninstall Star Citizen from your system while safeguarding your custom files for future use.