Save State Vault – Boss Fights, Checkpoints & Arcade Finals [2025 Edition]
🎮 What Is the Save State Vault?
This vault is a curated collection of genre-based save states designed to:
⦁ ✅ Skip grinding and replay loops
⦁ ✅ Jump directly into boss fights, arcade finals, and key story checkpoints
⦁ ✅ Enable speedrun practice and mod testing
⦁ ✅ Support cross-device compatibility (Android, PC, Mac)
⦁ ✅ Preserve progress across emulator versions
Each save state is optimized for AetherSX2 v1.5+, .CHD format, and BIOS-matched game regions.
🧠 Save State Templates by Genre
| Genre | Save State Highlights |
|---|---|
| Fighting | Arcade finals, unlocked characters, max stats |
| RPG | Boss battles, dungeon checkpoints, max XP |
| Adventure | Puzzle unlocks, final stage access |
| Racing | Final race, all cars unlocked |
| Shooter | Weapon upgrades, final mission |
| Open World | Gang war start, weapon wheel unlocked |
| Wrestling | WrestleMania main event, stamina maxed |
All save states are .state files compatible with Android and PC builds of AetherSX2.
📦 Featured Save States
| Game Title | Save Point Description |
|---|---|
| Tekken 5 | Arcade final match with all characters unlocked |
| DBZ Budokai 3 | Final boss fight with SSJ4 unlocked |
| WWE SmackDown HCTP | WrestleMania main event, full roster |
| Final Fantasy X | Seymour battle, max gil and items |
| Persona 3 FES | Tartarus checkpoint, max SP/HP |
| GTA: San Andreas | Gang war start, infinite health |
| Soul Calibur II | Final stage unlocked, custom skins |
| Need for Speed: MW | Final blacklist race, all cars unlocked |
| God of War II | Final boss fight, cinematic config |
| Def Jam: Fight for NY | Underground final fight, max stats |
Save states are FPS-safe and tested across Mali, Adreno, and Snapdragon devices.
🧠 FAQ Section (Schema-Ready)
Q: How do I prevent overheating during long sessions?
Use Safe Mode config, play on hard surfaces, and limit upscale settings.
Q: Which GPU settings are best for Mali devices?
OpenGL renderer, 1x upscale, FXAA off — optimized for thermal safety.
Q: Can I extend battery life while gaming?
Yes. Use Eco Mode, disable turbo boost, and lower screen brightness.
Q: Is ThermalKiller safe to use?
Yes, but it requires a rooted device and Magisk. Proceed with caution.
🗣️ User Testimonials (Trust Signals)
“Jumped straight into the arcade final in Tekken 5 — no grinding, just glory.”
“Used Persona 3 FES save state to skip Tartarus grind — boss fight was epic.”
“Final blacklist race in NFS MW loaded instantly — all cars unlocked!”
🧊 Pro Tips
⦁ Use .CHD format for faster boot and save compatibility
⦁ Match BIOS region with save state origin to avoid boot errors
⦁ Backup save states before emulator updates
⦁ Avoid saving during cutscenes or transitions
⦁ Use descriptive filenames (e.g., tekken5_arcadefinal.state)