PCSX2 uses two distinct methods for saving progress, each with its own file location: Location Folder Description memcards
Save States (instant snapshots). Installer Version: Memory Cards: C:\Users[YourUsername]\Documents\PCSX2\memcards Save States: C:\Users[YourUsername]\Documents\PCSX2\sstates Portable Version: Memory Cards: [PCSX2 Folder]\memcards Save States: [PCSX2 Folder]\sstates YouTube +1 Linux & macOS Locations Linux: Typically found in
If you’re using a of PCSX2 (or told the installer to use a custom folder), the saves will be inside the PCSX2 install directory instead: pcsx2 save file location
Finding your PCSX2 save files depends on how you installed the emulator and which operating system you use. PCSX2 uses two distinct types of saves: (which act like a real PS2 card) and Save States (which capture the exact moment in a game). Default PCSX2 Save File Locations Operating System Default Path Windows (Installer) Memory Cards %USERPROFILE%\Documents\PCSX2\memcards Save States %USERPROFILE%\Documents\PCSX2\sstates Windows (Portable)
Note: On macOS, the Library folder is hidden by default. In Finder, press Cmd+Shift+G and type ~/Library to access it. PCSX2 uses two distinct methods for saving progress,
The easiest way to find your saves is through the emulator interface:
You can find the exact location directly through the PCSX2 interface by navigating to: > Memory Cards > Browse . Alternatively, use Tools > Open Data Directory . Default Locations by Installation Type Default PCSX2 Save File Locations Operating System Default
: Typically found in Android/data/xyz.aethersx2.android/files/memcards , though these are often inaccessible without using the emulator's "Transfer Data" tool. Understanding Save Types
