A PSV file is a virtual memory card file created by the PlayStation 3 (PS3) when playing PS1 or PS2 classics. It contains the save data for those games.

How do I open a PSV file?

You can use this PSV Exporter tool to open the file, view the saves inside, and convert it to a format compatible with emulators like ePSXe or PCSX2.

Yes, this tool runs entirely in your browser. Your files are never uploaded to any server.

PSV Exporter Online - Convert PSV to MCR/MCD & Extract Saves

Drag & Drop your .PSV file here

or click to browse (Max 10MB)

save.psv

150 KB

✓ Valid PSV File Detected

Individual Saves Found

About PSV Exporter

The PSV Exporter is a specialized web tool designed for retro gaming enthusiasts who want to transfer their save games from the PlayStation 3 (PS3) ecosystem to PC emulators. When you play PS1 or PS2 Classics on a PS3, the system creates a virtual memory card file with the extension .PSV.

While these files work perfectly on the console, they are not directly compatible with popular emulators like ePSXe, PCSX2, DuckStation, or RetroArch. This tool bridges that gap by extracting the raw memory card data (MCR/MCD format) from the PSV container, allowing you to continue your progress on any device.

Key Features

Instant Conversion: Convert .PSV to .MCR (PS1) or raw memory card images in milliseconds.
Save Extraction: View and extract individual game saves from within the memory card file.
Privacy First: All processing happens locally in your browser. No files are ever uploaded to a server.
Cross-Platform: Works on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, and iOS.

How to Use

Locate your PSV file: Copy your PSV save file from your PS3 to a USB drive, then to your computer.
Upload: Drag and drop the file into the box above, or click to select it.
Analyze: The tool will automatically detect if it's a PS1 or PS2 save file.
Export: Click "Export as .MCR" for the full memory card, or download individual saves from the list.
Load in Emulator: Open your emulator (e.g., ePSXe), go to Memory Card settings, and load the exported file.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between .PSV and .MCR?

.PSV is the proprietary format used by the PS3 for virtual memory cards. It includes a digital signature and header. .MCR (or .MCD) is the raw binary format of a physical PS1 memory card, which is what most emulators expect.

Can I convert PS2 .PSV files?

Yes! The tool supports extracting the raw memory card image from PS2 .PSV files as well. You can then use this image with PCSX2.

Does this work with encrypted saves?

Most PSV files created by the PS3 for PS1/PS2 Classics are signed but the internal data is standard. This tool strips the container to reveal the usable data. If a file is heavily encrypted (rare for standard virtual cards), it may not work.

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