: Right-click the dirt3_game.exe in your installation folder, select Properties > Compatibility , and check "Run this program as an administrator" . This ensures the game has permission to write to your Documents folder.
: If you prefer to stay online, ensure you have the latest Windows Marketplace Client installed and disable Two-Step Verification on your Microsoft account, as it can block the game's legacy login system. 2. Fix for DiRT 3 Complete Edition (Steamworks) dirt 3 autosave fix full
: Navigate to Documents\My Games\DiRT3 and ensure the folder is not marked as "Read-only" . If it is, uncheck the box and apply changes to all subfolders. 3. Fixing Graphics & Hardware Settings Not Saving : Right-click the dirt3_game
If it still fails, manually edit hardware_settings_config.xml with Notepad to set your resolution and set the file to after saving your changes. 4. Technical Troubleshooting Even without GFWL
: When prompted to sign in to GFWL, scroll down the text of the "Create New Profile" window. Look for a clickable link that says "create a local profile" . This allows you to save locally without an internet connection to Microsoft's servers.
Even without GFWL, the Complete Edition can sometimes fail to save settings or progress.
Dirt 3 - Fix for Windows Live Sign-In Problem - Steam Community