Quick answer
To fix Baldur's Gate 3 cloud save sync stuck, stop launching the game from two devices, let the cloud sync finish, and keep the newest local save only after confirming its timestamp.
Quick fixes
- Close the game on every other PC, console, or handheld.
- Wait for the launcher cloud sync to finish before pressing Play again.
- Check local save timestamps before choosing local or cloud in a conflict prompt.
- Temporarily disable cloud saves only if you already backed up the local save folder.
- Launch Baldur's Gate 3 once, reach the menu, quit normally, then let the launcher sync.
Common symptoms
- Baldur's Gate 3 hangs on a cloud save or sync message.
- The launcher warns about a cloud conflict.
- Progress appears missing on one device but still exists on another.
Why this happens
- The launcher is resolving two different save versions.
- The previous session closed before upload completed.
- A network interruption left cloud metadata stale.
- Another device is still holding the latest save state.
Platform-specific steps
PC
- Restart Windows, then open Baldur's Gate 3 without overlays for one test.
- Verify or repair Baldur's Gate 3 from its launcher.
- Update GPU, audio, network, or controller drivers based on the symptom.
Steam
- Right-click Baldur's Gate 3 in your Steam Library.
- Open Properties, then Installed Files or Controller depending on the issue.
- Run Verify integrity of game files, or test the Steam Input override.
FAQ
What is the fastest Baldur's Gate 3 cloud save sync stuck fix?
To fix Baldur's Gate 3 cloud save sync stuck, stop launching the game from two devices, let the cloud sync finish, and keep the newest local save only after confirming its timestamp.
Should I reinstall Baldur's Gate 3 to fix cloud save sync stuck?
Reinstall Baldur's Gate 3 only after restarting, checking service status, repairing game files, and testing without overlays or VPN tools. Most cloud save sync stuck cases do not need a full reinstall.
Why does Baldur's Gate 3 show cloud save sync stuck?
Common causes include the launcher is resolving two different save versions, but the exact reason depends on your platform, launcher, network, and recent updates.