Opening PS2 Files

The PS2 file type is primarily associated with PCSX2.

PS2	File extension: PS2
	File type:	memory card data file

What is a PS2 file?

PS2 files mostly belong to PCSX2. PS2 files are mainly used as memory card files for PlayStation 2 games. They hold game save data and are managed by emulators like PCSX2.
This file type has several uses:

Game Save Data: The majority of PS2 files store game progress. Use tools like PCSX2 or PS2 Save Builder to open and edit these files. For more details, visit PCSX2 or PS2 Save Tools.

PostScript Files: Some instances use the PS2 extension for PostScript files. These are handled by software such as Ghostscript and products from WordStar. See WordStar for additional info.

The file may also be noted under alternative descriptions related to PlayStation 2 save data.
FilExt.com tips: When opening a PS2 file, identify its origin first. If it is a game save, use the appropriate emulator tools. If it is a PostScript file, a dedicated PostScript viewer is needed.

How do you open PS2 files?

You need a suitable software like PCSX2 to open a PS2 file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your PS2 file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a PS2 file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

Online PS2 File Viewer

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How do you convert PS2 files to JPG, PDF, HTML, DOC, ...

You can convert PS2 files using our online PS2 file viewer (powered by Convert.Guru):

To do this, click the button "Choose your .ps2 file to view this image" on this page.
Your PS2 file will then be displayed in the browser.
Now click on "Save as..." at the top of the page.
Then click the file format (e.g. PDF, JPG, DOCX, TXT, ...) you want.
Download the converted file.

Programs that open and convert PS2 files:

PCSX2
See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. PS2 files are often referred to as PCSX2 games because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
Level II PostScript File by Adobe Systems Incorporated

PS2 format details:

A file format defines how the data in the file is structured. The file format can be deduced from the file extension and the signature. If the file extension does not match the file format, double-clicking on the file will cause an error upon opening. Exact knowledge of the format is therefore important in order to solve problems occurring in files. Below is our analysis of the PS2 files:

PS2 is rarely used as a file extension and is used by different programs with different formats. The file formats most commonly found in PS2 files are:

55% of all PS2 files belong to PS2 Memory Card image. These files are binary files, so they do not contain text, but only cryptic characters. The file size is in the range of 8.6 MB to 34 MB. The file type was developed 10 years ago and is still in use today. Certain words are almost always found in the files, such as Sony PS2 Memory Card Format 1.2.0.0. The file name Mcd001.ps2 is characteristic of these files. These files are often associated with memory.
6% of all PS2 files have the same signature PS2. These files are text files and can therefore be read using a text editor. A typical file size is 4 KB.

All other PS2 files (39%) have no consistent format. Sometimes used for card. Just click the "Choose your .ps2 file to view this image" button on this page to find out what your PS2 file is.

Technical Data for PS2 File Extension

File classification:

Game

Related files:

ps, mcd, eps, p2s, ps1, exe, iso, max, rar, 7z, mp4, sav, bin

Mime type:

application/octet-stream

The following listing is compiled from the database produced by the 'Associate This!' program, selected data from the main FILExt database and file extension information submitted by users.

ProgramID: CdgenPS2.Document
EXEFile: C:\DOCUME~1\TESSiER\SKRIVB~1\PS2\MONKEY~1\CDGENP~1.0\cdgenPS2.exe %1

a ps2 memory card data file is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with PS2 files

Associate the PS2 file extension with the correct application.
Update your software that should actually open memory card data files. Because only the current version supports the latest PS2 file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the manufacturer website after an available PCSX2 update.
To make sure that your PS2 file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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