PS2 saves are region-locked. A save from a PAL (European) version of the game will not work on an NTSC (USA) ROM. Ensure your game ID (e.g., SCUS-97481 for USA) matches the save file.
If you want to back up your progress or move it to a new phone, you need to find where AetherSX2 stores its files. Depending on your Android version, the path usually looks like this: Android/data/link.ae3.aethersx2/files/memcards/ save data god of war 2 aether sx2
Note: On Android 11 and above, you may need a specialized file explorer like to access the "Data" folder due to scoped storage permissions. 3. How to Import a 100% Save File PS2 saves are region-locked
This mimics the original PlayStation 2 experience. You visit a "Luminous Pillar" (save point) in God of War II and save to a virtual .ps2 memory card. This is the most stable method and less likely to corrupt during emulator updates. If you want to back up your progress
Always keep a "hard save" on your virtual memory card, even if you primarily use save states. 2. Locating Your Save Data Folder
You can "Import" a save into an existing card or simply point the emulator to the new .ps2 file you downloaded.