Because the FAT table is a system table allowing Windows to access files. So no FAT table => fiiles are there but not accessible. So no accessible saved game either.
Except ... if Cyric performs a copy of his saved games on an external support (CD, Zip, ...) from time to time.
I know that tools exist allowing to recover from FAT crashes, but I hadn't had to use them for a long time, so I don't know what is the latest fashion.
Please tell me if you want me to try to make a search for you, Cyric.
------------------
The world is my oyster !