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Mastering the Mat: A Guide to Save Games for WWE SmackDown! Here Comes the Pain on PCSX2

Once you’ve loaded a 100% save, consider these emulator-level enhancements:

Regularly Save:

It's a good practice to save frequently, especially before attempting challenging moves or matches, to prevent losing progress in case of a crash or power outage.

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On PCSX2, a properly configured save file eliminates this grind entirely. It allows you to:

A complete save file typically bypasses the need to spend "SmackDown! Dollars" in the Shop Zone to unlock: