How to Save in I.G.I.-2: Covert Strike (PC) – No Manual Save, But Workarounds Exist

The game has no manual save/quick-save feature during missions. This is an intentional design choice to enforce tension and realism.

Workarounds (Use at Own Risk)

1. Cheat code "savegame": Type savegame during gameplay (no console needed). This creates a temporary save point you can load once. It's a developer debug command left in. Warning: Can cause script breaks or AI issues in complex levels.
2. Third-party save editors / trainers: Tools like "IGI 2 Save Game Editor" let you edit mission status, health, ammo, position. High risk of corruption. Always backup your savegame folder first (C:\Program Files\IGI2\savegame\ or Documents\IGI2\).
3. Level select / Mission restart: The main menu allows starting any unlocked mission. You lose progress within the current mission but keep all previously completed ones.

Best "Legit" Strategy

• Play slowly. Use the binoculars (B) and satellite map (M) extensively.
• Lean (Q/E) and prone (Z) constantly. Silenced weapons (MP5SD, Dragunov SD) are essential.
• Memorize patrol routes. The AI is deterministic.
• Complete the mission in one sitting. The game is designed for ~30-60 min missions.

Note: The console versions (PS2) have checkpoints. The PC version does not.