Are you tired of protracted gameplay or want to go through your favorite game Samsung Galaxy from scratch? Resetting progress in mobile games is not always an obvious task. Manufacturers often hide this option deep in the settings or block it altogether in order to deter players. In this article we will look at all working methods to completely reset game data on devices Samsung, including bypassing cloud saves and working with root access.

Features of smartphones Samsung —integrated services Samsung Cloud and Game Launcherthat can automatically backup game files. This complicates the process, but does not make it impossible. We will look at both standard solutions for most games and advanced techniques for stubborn applications linked to accounts Google Play or Facebook.

It is important to understand: some games (especially online MMOs or gacha projects) store progress exclusively on the developer’s servers. In such cases, a reset is possible only through support - we will also tell you about this.

1. Standard reset through game settings

Most offline games provide a built-in reset option right in the menu. This is the safest method and does not affect your system files. Samsung Galaxy.

Where to look:

  • 🎮 Game settings menu → "Data Management" or "Progress" section
  • 🔄 Screen loading → sometimes the "New Game" button appears when you hold the tap on the screen
  • ⚙️ Pause panel → "Advanced" or "Reset" tab
  • 📱 Context menu (long press on the game icon on the desktop) → "Clear data"

Example for popular games:

Game Path to reset Notes
Genshin Impact Settings → Account → Delete data Requires confirmation via SMS/email
Stardew Valley Main menu → "Load" → swipe left to save Local saves are stored in /Android/data
Clash of Clans Settings → "Unlink device" Progress is linked to Supercell ID
Minecraft Settings → Global → Delete worlds Does not affect purchases in the market
⚠️ Attention: In games with cloud saves (Google Play Games, Facebook), a standard reset may not work. The next time you start, progress will be restored from the server. For such cases, read the section about unlinking accounts.
📊 How often do you reset progress in games?
Never reset
Once every six months
Only if you are stuck on level
Trying different starts

2. Clearing cache and data through Android settings

If a game does not provide a built-in reset option, you can manually delete all files associated with it through system settings Samsung. This method works for 90% of offline games and some online projects with local saves.

Step-by-step guide:

  1. Open Settings → Applications
  2. Find the game in the list (use search by name)
  3. Go to Storage
  4. Click Clear cache i Clear data
  5. Confirm the action (this will delete all local saves)

For devices Samsung s One UI 5.0+ the path may be slightly different:

Settings → Device care → Memory → Applications → [Select game]

Close the game through the task manager

Connect the charger (the process may take time)

Make a backup copy of screenshots/videos from the game (if necessary)

Check if progress is tied to your account-->

⚠️ Attention: On some models Samsung Galaxy (for example, S23 Ultra or Z Fold 5) after clearing the data, the game may request re-authorization via Google Play Games. If you have not unlinked your account in advance, progress will be restored automatically.

This method does not work for games that synchronize data with servers in real time (for example, PUBG Mobile or Call of Duty: Mobile). They will require you to create a new account.

3. Deleting save files manually

For experienced users who are ready to work with the file system, there is a way to specifically delete game data. This is relevant if standard cleaning did not help or you need to save some files (for example, downloaded textures).

Where to look for saves:

  • 📁 /Android/data/[game package]/files/ — main game files
  • 💾 /Android/obb/[game package]/ — additional resources (OBB files)
  • 📄 /data/data/[game package]/ — system data (requires root)

How to find the game package:

  1. Install App Inspector from Galaxy Store
  2. Select the game in the application list
  3. Copy the value fields Package Name (for example, com.supercell.clashofclans)

To access these folders:

  • Use Samsung File Manager (My Files) with showing hidden files enabled
  • Or connect your phone to the PC and use ADB: 
    adb shell

    cd /sdcard/Android/data/[game package]/
    

    rm -rf *

What to do if the data folder is inaccessible?

On devices without root access, access to /data/data is limited. options:

1. Use ADB with the command pm clear [game package]

2. Create a new user profile in Android (Settings → Users)

3. Install custom recovery (TWRP) for manual removal

On Samsung smartphones with Android 13+, the /Android/data path can be encrypted. In this case, only a full reset or using ADB will help.

4. Reset via Google Play Games and other accounts

Games linked to Google Play Games, Facebook or Game Center, store progress on remote servers. To start again, you need to unlink your account or create a new one.

Instructions for Google Play Games:

  1. Open the application Google Play Games
  2. Go to Settings → Accounts and import
  3. Select a game and click Delete save data
  4. Confirm the action via email/SMS

For games linked to Facebook:

  • 📘 Go to Facebook Settings → Applications and Sites
  • 🔍 Find the game in the list and delete it
  • 🆕 Create a new Facebook account or use a different email the next time you log in

Device Features Samsung:

  • Some games (for example Fortnite or Diablo Immortal) may use Samsung Account for synchronization. Check your Samsung account settings.
  • On models with Game Launcher (for example, Galaxy S22+) there is an option "Game tools" → "Data management".
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Before unlinking your account, take screenshots of your current progress. Some games (for example, Honkai: Star Rail) require you to send data to support for recovery in case of accidental loss.

⚠️ Attention: In games with cross-platform synchronization (for example, Genshin Impact or Hearthstone), resetting through Google Play Games may not work. In such cases, you need to contact support with a request to reset your account.

5. Complete reset of the device settings (last resort)

If all the previous methods did not work, a radical solution remains - reset Samsung Galaxy to factory settings. This will delete all data from the device, including games, photos and applications.

How to reset:

  1. Back up your important data via Samsung Cloud or Smart Switch
  2. Go to Settings → General management → Reset
  3. Select Reset data (do not confuse with "Reset network settings")
  4. Enter the PIN code and confirm the action
  5. After rebooting, set up the phone as new

What will be deleted:

  • 📱 All installed applications and their data
  • 📸 Photos, videos and music (if not in SD card)
  • 📞 Contacts and messages (if not synchronized with Google)
  • 🎮 All local game saves

For models with One UI 6.0 (for example, Galaxy S24) the option "Delete everything, but save media files." This will save the photos, but will delete the games.

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Factory reset is the only reliable way to delete data from games with root access or system bindings. Use it only if other methods have not helped.

⚠️ Attention: On devices with Knox (corporate models Samsungafter the reset, you may need to re-activate through the company services. Make sure you have access to your corporate account.

6. Advanced methods: ADB and root access

For tech-savvy users, there are ways to selectively delete game data without a full reset. These methods require skills to work with ADB or the presence of root access.

Method 1: ADB (without root)

adb shell pm clear [game package]

example: adb shell pm clear com.nianticlabs.pokemongo

Method 2: Manual removal via root

  • Install Root Explorer or FX File Explorer
  • Go to /data/data/[package games]/
  • Delete folders shared_prefs and databases
  • Restart the device

Method 3: Changing the game UID (to bypass cloud saves)

adb shell

su


pm uninstall -k --user 0 [game package]


pm install -r -d [path to APK]

Warnings:

  • ⚠️ On Samsung s Knox getting root disables Samsung Pay i Secure Folder
  • ⚠️ Some games (for example, Pokémon GO) block devices with root
  • ⚠️ Operations with ADB may cause applications to crash if commands are entered incorrectly

7. Alternative solutions for stubborn games

Some games (especially online MMOs) specifically block the ability to reset to prevent cheating. In such cases, workarounds will help:

Method 1: Create a new Google/Facebook account

  • 📧 Register a new email via ProtonMail or Temp-Mail
  • 🔑 Create a new Google account without linking to the main one
  • 🎮 Install the game and log in through a new account

Method 2: Using an emulator

  • 🖥️ Install BlueStacks or LDPlayer on PC
  • 📱 Create a new instance of the emulator with a clean system
  • 🎮 Launch the game in the emulator for a new start

Method 3: Contact support

  • 📧 Find the official website of the game and the "Support" section
  • 📝 Write a request asking to reset your account (indicate the reason)
  • ⏳ Expect a response from 24 hours to a week

For games with Samsung Gaming Hub (for example, Xbox Cloud Gaming):

  1. Open Samsung Gaming Hub
  2. Go to Settings → Account
  3. Unlink the current profile and create a new one

Frequently asked questions

Is it possible to reset progress in the game without losing it purchases?

In most cases no. Purchases are tied to your Google Play or developer account. The exception is games with a separate purchase recovery system (for example, Minecraft saves purchases even after resetting the worlds).

Why does the game still restore progress after clearing the data?

This means that the game is using cloud synchronizationCheck the settings Google Play Games, Facebook or Samsung Cloud —automatic recovery may be enabled there. Disable synchronization for this game.

How to reset progress in Clash Royale on Samsung?

In Clash Royale progress is locked to Supercell ID. To start over:

  1. Open the game settings
  2. Click "Unlink" next to Supercell ID
  3. Create a new account via another email
  4. Start a new game

Important: the old account will be blocked for repeated use for 30 days.

Will there be a ban for frequent account resets?

In most games no automatic ban for resetting, but some services (for example, Niantic for Pokémon GO) can regard this as suspicious activity. We recommend doing this no more than once every 3 months.

Is it possible to return progress after a reset?

If you made a backup via Samsung Cloud or Titanium Backup (with root), then yes. For cloud saves (Google Play Games), recovery is possible within 30 days through your account settings.

Now you know all the possible ways to reset progress in games to Samsung Galaxy. Start with the simplest methods (built-in game settings) and move on to radical ones (resetting the device) only if all else fails. Remember that some online games specifically block this feature - in such cases, all that remains is to create a new account.

If the game uses non-standard saving methods (for example, through its own launcher), check the official documentation of the developer. For models Samsung with DeX or Gaming Mode additional steps may be required - these are best clarified in the user manual for the specific device.