Mac Save Migration After the Descent Update
The Mac overhaul adds full Descent support and changes where saves are stored after disabling sandbox mode. The developer also adds automatic copying
FAQ
Why did the save location change?
Should old files be deleted?
Why did the save location change?
Rapid patch #3 disables sandbox mode on Mac and explicitly says saves move to a new location. This is a Mac-specific change; do not substitute a Windows shader-cache path for the missing Mac save directory.

Should old files be deleted?
No deletion is requested by the migration note. The developer says automatic copying has been added and asks affected players to contact the team if saves seem missing, because the files remain in the old folder.
What else changed on Mac?
The same note adds full Descent mode support and fixes achievements and the Steam overlay. Record the installed build and the point at which a problem occurs when distinguishing an old compatibility report from an unresolved migration issue.
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