If my disc is beyond repair, can I buy the game on XBox Live without losing my saves?
I had a copy of Fable 2, but it keeps crashing at the same place all the time. I tried to install it, but it won't work and the only options I have left is to either buy a new disc or buy it on XBox Live. I would rather not leave my house so I'm wondering, will I lose my saves if I buy it online?
Thank you so much :)
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Your game saves are tied to the console's hard drive itself. You can use either disk or digital to play the game and your save will be intact.
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