If the card is brand new, boot up the PCSX2 BIOS without a game running (choose or Fast Boot with no ISO selected).
Are you using the older version or the modern Nightly (Qt) version?
If you downloaded the .7z or .zip archive and extracted it to a folder of your choice, PCSX2 runs in "portable mode." It keeps all data inside its own directory. [Your PCSX2 Folder]\memcards\ Save States: [Your PCSX2 Folder]\sstates\
If you're running PCSX2 on a Steam Deck (often through EmuDeck), the save files are typically stored at:
Are you getting a when trying to load your game?
: If you are using the popular Steam Deck portable gaming PC, the default installation path for PCSX2 (often via EmuDeck) is: /home/deck/.var/app/xyz.pcsx2.PCSX2/config/PCSX2/ with a direct shortcut at home/.var/app/pcsx2/config/memcards .
: $XDG_CONFIG_HOME/PCSX2/memcards/ (usually ~/.config/PCSX2/memcards/ ) Steam Deck (EmuDeck) : Primary/Emulation/saves/pcsx2/saves/ Quick Access via Emulator
Are you trying to to a new device like a Steam Deck or ROG Ally?
C:\Users\ \Documents\PCSX2\memcards\
Understanding and managing PCSX2 save files can enhance your experience with the emulator, allowing you to pick up right where you left off and enjoy a seamless gaming experience.
If you used the standard PCSX2 installer, your save files are stored in your Documents folder:
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