
Rename your existing memory card to avoid losing your personal progress.
⚠️ Do not edit the file while the emulator is running – corruption may occur.
By default, AetherSX2 stores everything in:
/Internal Storage/AetherSX2/ resident evil 4 aethersx2 save data
Inside this folder, you will find:
Best practice: keep both when possible — memory card saves for long-term, interoperable progress; occasional save states for short-term convenience or tricky segments. Rename your existing memory card to avoid losing
For power users: RE4 PS2 save on memory card is a folder with:
Inside AetherSX2’s .ps2 file (raw dump of PS2 flash), the save occupies about 190KB. Tools like mymc (PC) or PS2 Save Builder can extract individual game saves. ⚠️ Do not edit the file while the
Hex offset for RE4 save slot 1 (approx):
Editing is discouraged – can break checksums (RE4 verifies save integrity).
If you don't trust pre-made saves, create your own using Cheat Codes within AetherSX2. This allows you to generate a legitimate Resident Evil 4 AetherSX2 save data file with infinite health and ammo.
Mcd001.ps2 is now your personal perfect save file. Back it up to the cloud.