The Samurai Warriors 2: Xtreme Legends (SW2XL) "Import" feature is the definitive way to play, effectively merging the base game's massive content with the expansion's improvements. Using your base Samurai Warriors 2 (SW2)

Importing your Samurai Warriors 2 save data into the Xtreme Legends

The biggest mistake players make is starting Xtreme Legends as a standalone experience. To get the "better" save data experience, you must use the Import (or Link/Mixjoy) feature.

Using a "Mega Save" or importing your original progress provides several massive advantages:

Do this, and you’ll experience Samurai Warriors 2: Xtreme Legends exactly as Koei intended – a massive, content-rich celebration of feudal Japan, not a fragmented, grindy disappointment.

The save data for Samurai Warriors 2 Xtreme Legends is typically stored in the following locations:

Backup Save Data: For PC players, consider backing up save data regularly. This can be done by copying the save data files to an external drive or cloud storage. This way, you can prevent data loss in case of hardware failure or game corruption.

  • Game options (sound, screen settings).
  • Unlocked characters (including SW2XL exclusives like Katsuie Shibata, Kojiro Sasaki, etc.).
  • Unlocked stages and Free Mode availability.
  • Rare items and weapons acquired but not yet equipped by specific officers.