To use this save on a physical PlayStation 3, your console must be running homebrew (such as CFW or PS3HEN) to bypass original user restrictions, or you must manually resign the save using a PC utility. Method 1: Using Apollo Save Tool (Recommended)

: Extract your downloaded ZIP and copy the folder (e.g., BCUS98111-USERDATA ) into the savedata directory.

The code refers strictly to the original North American retail release of God of War 3 on the PS3. Save files downloaded from the internet for this game often fail for two main reasons:

: Some "fixed" saves are specifically created to bypass areas where the game frequently hangs or crashes on PC, such as the Helios encounter. How to Install a Downloaded Save

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The 00000001 may be different if you have multiple virtual users.

: Place the folder (e.g., BCUS98111-SAVE-01 ) into the SAVEDATA folder.

A dedicated repository for PS3 save files, often offering fixed files for the North American version.

: Create a folder named PS3 on the root of the USB, then a folder named SAVEDATA inside it ( USB:/PS3/SAVEDATA/ ).

If you are playing on a physical PlayStation 3 running Custom Firmware (CFW) or PS3HEN, you must bypass the profile lock.