Once you have your save game installed, ensure you are running the best version of the mod. The "Classic" version is generally recommended for performance, but the "Lite" version is available for those with less than 3GB of VRAM. Enjoy dominating Palmont City with everything unlocked!
Some versions of Redux (like 2024 or 2025 updates) change car IDs. Using a save file from an older version of the mod—or the base game—might cause the game to crash when entering the garage.
One of the biggest pitfalls for new players is assuming that a save file from the original game (vanilla) will work seamlessly with the Redux mod. A standard save game will either crash your modded game or fail to load entirely.
Tweaked handling mechanics to make racing feel tighter and more realistic.
The standard save game location for the original game is:
The save file sat in the dusty corner of an old SSD like a fossil — not quite obsolete, not quite alive. It was called "RELOAD.CAR" by the last person who cared for it, an unassuming name that hid the nights poured into tuning engines, perfecting drifts across neon canyons, and stitching crew loyalty from strangers met under orange streetlights.