Having 99,999,999 souls but a Soul Memory of 0.
Plug a FAT32/exFAT formatted USB into your PS4. Go to Settings > Application Saved Data Management > Saved Data in System Storage and copy the DS2 save to the USB.
If you are running a PS4 with custom firmware (CFW), the is a powerful, free alternative. It allows you to manage and patch saves directly on the console without needing a PC intermediary. Key Features of a Dark Souls 2 Save Editor
Adding 99 Human Effigies, Petrified Something, or rare weapons like the Blackstinger that usually require heavy farming.
Going beyond the "Soul Vessel" limits to create "99 in everything" builds for offline experimentation. The Risks: Softbans and Connectivity
When using these tools, you aren't just changing numbers; you are fundamentally altering your character's "Soul History." Common modifications include:
Use Save Wizard (PC) or Apollo (PS4 CFW) to apply your desired cheats.
The PS4 encrypts save data using a unique Account ID key. You cannot simply move a save file to a PC via USB and open it in a standard hex editor. To modify a , you generally need a third-party decryption service. 1. Save Wizard for PS4 (The Industry Standard)
If you plan on using a save editor, play offline. If you want to use the character online, ensure your stats and Soul Memory appear "natural" to the game’s automated cheat detection. How to Edit Your DS2 Save (Step-by-Step)
Boot the game. If you get a "Failed to load save data" error, the file was corrupted during encryption; revert to your backup. Final Verdict
