Thanks for taking a look at the file, I don't know why I assumed you needed a specific app to read the .txt file, that pointed me in the right direction, I tried the antivirus off maneuver but it did not change. I think this may be the fix for a whole lot of other people that have the same problem where all troubleshooting doesn't work at all after restoring:
I restored from a windows file history backup, I copy pasted the home folders contents and replaced my existing home folder. I believe this caused a permissions error, since I technically only have read access on that folder. Once I switched off the properties in C:/Users/(username) > general tab > read only > apply button > to all enclosed folders > BAM recognized the saves
