For real-time mod menus that appear during gameplay, a jailbroken system (using or PS3HEN ) is generally required.
: Tools like Horizon allow players without a jailbroken console to perform basic save-game edits using only a USB drive. How to Install a Mod Menu on PS3
: Users can often "gib" (spawn) items directly into their inventory, which is useful for testing builds or obtaining rare drops like the Moonlight Greatsword early.
: Many menus allow you to instantly modify HP, stamina, and level without exiting to the main menu.
: While limited by hardware, some mods specifically for the PS3 version target performance, such as a 60fps patch designed for unpatched 1.0 versions of the game to bypass original frame rate caps.