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The save is encrypted for a different firmware or region. Fix: Download a save region matching your disc ID. Or, use a PC tool called Magic Save to re-sign the save to your specific PSP. Download Save Data Game God Of War Ghost Of Sparta
| Aspect | Rating | Notes | |--------|--------|-------| | | ⚠️ Low to Medium | Many download sites (e.g., "thetechgame.com", "gamefaqs.com") are safe, but others host malicious .exe files or pop-up ads. Never download an executable file – real PSP saves are folders with files like DATA.BIN , PARAM.SFO , ICON0.PNG . | | Compatibility | ⚠️ Medium | Save data is region-locked. A European (UCES) save won't work on a US (UCUS) game. You must match the Title ID. | | Effect on Achievements | ⚠️ Mixed | On PSP: No issue. On PS3/Vita remaster: Using another player's save often disables trophies for that playthrough unless you only load it after beating the game. | | Corruption Risk | Low | Most files are small (under 2MB). However, using a save from a different firmware version (e.g., 6.60 vs 6.20) can rarely cause loading errors. | Avoid file-hosting sites with intrusive pop-ups that ask