: Some users have reported that modifying this file can drastically alter aim assist behavior. File Location
: Lowering lobby FPS is highly recommended to prevent your GPU from heating up before a match even starts.
Unlike .ini configuration files (such as GameUserSettings.ini ), .sav files are compiled binary files. This means you cannot simply open them in Notepad to alter hidden visual or network configurations. Attempting to force-edit a .sav file with a text editor will corrupt the data integrity, causing the game to reject the file.
: If you forced your configuration files to "Read-Only" for performance tweaks, uncheck this box before downloading a new PUBG update. If the game engine requires a new line of code added by the developers and your file is locked, the game may crash on launch.
Disclaimer: Modifying game files violates the Terms of Service of PUBG Mobile. Editing active.sav to gain advantages (like aim assist configs) usually triggers the Ban Pan anti-cheat system.
Understanding PUBG Active.sav Files: Optimization, Customization, and Risks
Let’s break down the truth about the PUBG Active SAV file.