In the fast-paced world of Freedom Wars Remastered, where battles against towering Abductors are the norm and the ever-present threat of Panopticon time-out penalties looms, regular saving isn't just a good idea—it's essential. The game's intense action means securing your progress frequently is crucial, whether you're gearing up for a tough mission or simply taking a break.
While the initial tutorial introduces basic mechanics, the sheer volume of information can be overwhelming. You'll notice an autosave icon occasionally, indicating the game's automatic saving system, triggered after missions, key dialogues, and cutscenes. However, relying solely on autosaves isn't always wise.
Freedom Wars Remastered offers a manual save feature, accessed via your Accessory in your Panopticon Cell. Simply select "Save Data" (the second option) and your Accessory will grant permission, saving your progress. It's important to note, however, that only one save file is available. This means you can't revert to previous story points using multiple save slots. Key decisions are thus locked in, impacting the game's unfolding narrative.

PlayStation Plus subscribers have a workaround for this limitation. By uploading save data to the cloud, they can download it later, allowing for revisiting critical moments or creating a backup of their progress.

Given the potential for unexpected game crashes, frequent manual saving is strongly recommended to minimize the risk of losing hard-earned progress.