However, running a game from the Windows XP/Vista era on modern Windows 10 or 11 PCs comes with challenges—specifically regarding where save files are stored, how to back them up, and how to fix the dreaded "Save Game Failed" error.
Using a pre-made is not cheating; it is preservation. It allows you to skip the tedious single-player grind and jump straight to the multiplayer battles or the joy of riding a perfectly tuned RC211V around a wet Donington Park.
You can download completed save files from community sites. These typically include everything unlocked, such as all riders, tracks, and perfect stats:
