Apollo Save Tool v2.0.2

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Apollo Save Tool is a homebrew application for PlayStation 3 that allows users to manage, patch, resign, and download save-game files directly on the PS3. The app is simple to use and doesn’t require advanced setup or configurations. It supports multiple users and a variety of game formats, including PS1, PS2, and PS3 save games.

Application Details

NameApollo Save Tool
Version2.0.2
Latest ReleaseDec 30, 2024
Supported PlatformPS3
File Format.PKG (Package File)
Apollo Save Tool v2.0.2

Features of Apollo Save Tool v2.0.2:

  • Easy to use: No crypto-key configuration or advanced setup needed.
  • Standalone: The application operates directly on the PS3, with no need for a computer.
  • Automatic Settings: Auto-detection of PSID, IDPS, and Account-ID settings for seamless usage.
  • Multi-user Support: The tool supports multiple user accounts for shared use.
  • Save Management: Quick access to save files on USB and PS3 HDD, including file details.
  • Save SFO Unlocking: Remove copy-lock flags from save files, enabling the transfer of Copying Prohibited saves.
  • Save Patching: Supports Bruteforce Save Data and Game Genie cheat patches to enhance your save games.
  • Save Resigning: Resign save files made by other users or consoles to make them compatible with your PS3.
  • Save File Conversion: Converts PS1 and PS2 save-game formats to PS3 .PSV format for easy compatibility.
  • Trophy Management: Resign, export, import, and unlock trophy sets.
  • PS2 Classics Management: Manage PS2 memory cards, ISOs, and encrypted files for enhanced game compatibility.
  • PS1/PS2 Virtual Memory Card Management: Manage VMC save files, import/export saves from different formats, and much more.

Setup Instructions

No special setup is needed. Just download the latest apollo-ps3.pkg package and install it on your PlayStation 3. On first run, the application will detect and set up the required user settings automatically.

Data Folders:

The application uses the following folder structure to manage data:

  • PS3:
    USB saves – /dev_usb00x/PS3/SAVEDATA/
    HDD saves – /dev_hdd0/home/000000XX/savedata/
  • PS2:
    USB saves – /dev_usb00x/PS2/SAVEDATA/
    VMC cards – /dev_usb00x/PS2/VMC/
  • PS1:
    USB saves – /dev_usb00x/PS1/SAVEDATA/
    USB VMC cards – /dev_usb00x/PS1/VMC/

Usage Instructions

Using Apollo Save Tool is straightforward:

  • Use UP/DOWN to select the save-game file and press the X button. The patch screen will show the available fixes for the file. Select and click Apply to apply the patches.
  • To view the item’s details, press the Triangle button to open the context menu. Press O to return to the list.
  • To reload the list, press Square.
  • Use L1/L2 or R1/R2 to move between pages.

FAQs

Where can I get a save game for the XYZ game?

You can check sites like Brewology.com, and GameFAQs, or use Google search to find save games.

I want to share a save-game file. How can I upload it?

If you’d like to share a saved file, check the Apollo Save Tool instructions for uploading.

Why is it called Apollo?

The project is named after Apollo, the twin brother of Artemis, to honor the Artemis-GUI codebase used for development.