: Running the game directly from the internal HDD reduces load times compared to physical Blu-ray discs.

: Approximately 8 GB for the base game. Additional space is required for updates and DLCs (e.g., Stimulus and Resurgence map packs).

If you plan to use an .EBOOT.BIN mod menu or custom patch file alongside your PKG setup, always make sure to clear your system cache and back up your original game files. Keep in mind that playing with active mod menus on public Sony servers carries a high risk of a PSN account or console ID (CID) ban. Always use a secondary "burner" account if you intend to experiment with game modifications online.

Insert the USB drive into the rightmost USB port of your PS3 (closest to the Blu-ray drive for optimal read speeds). Boot up your console and enable HEN (if applicable). Navigate to the column on the XMB. Select Package Manager > Install Package Files > Standard .

A PS3 package file, which is the standard file format for installing games and apps on a jailbroken PS3.