The PS3 version of Saints Row 2 runs at an unlocked frame rate that frequently dips below 20 FPS. The digital PKG version, when combined with the official 1.01 update, offers slightly better streaming optimization than the Blu-ray disc. On a PS3 with a solid-state drive (SSD), the PKG install reduces pop-in and stuttering.
Your console may be missing the required rap license file. For digital PKGs, you need a .rap file in dev_hdd0/exdata/ . Use PSNPatch or ReactPSN to activate the license. saints row 2 pkg
The PKG format is preferred over disc dumps (ISO) on RPCS3 because it installs as a native digital title, avoiding Blu-ray drive emulation bugs. The PS3 version of Saints Row 2 runs