A: No. Save files contain no game code or copyrighted assets (like ROMs). They are simply text/binary progression files. Distributing them is legal and considered fair use for personal backups.
: You can find 100% complete save files uploaded by community members on GameFAQs , which typically include all characters, missions, and tracks unlocked. cars+2+psp+save+data+free
The most common reason a downloaded save data file shows up as or fails to load is a region mismatch . Save files are region-locked. The region ID of your downloaded save file must match the region ID of your game ISO or UMD disk. Game Region Serial / Region ID North America (USA) ULUS-10580 Europe (PAL) ULES-01540 Distributing them is legal and considered fair use
Ensure the downloaded save folder matches the region ID of your ISO file (US versions typically use ULUS , European versions use ULES ). Save files are region-locked