The default Codebreaker release (e.g., version 7.0 or 8.0) only includes codes for games released up to 2004. If you try to use it with Final Fantasy XII, Shadow of the Colossus, or Kingdom Hearts II, you will see an error: "No cheats found for this disc."
An updated games list is a user-edited or repacked .cht (cheat) file or a modified Codebreaker memory card that includes:
By default, the path is:
Inside, you will see Mcd001.ps2 and Mcd002.ps2.
Unlike PC software updates, there is no official, direct download source for a stand-alone, pre-packaged mcd001.ps2 file containing a verified "updated list" solely for PCSX2. Codebreaker updates were originally designed to be delivered via: The default Codebreaker release (e
Therefore, obtaining an updated list requires community-sourced methods.
Once you obtain a functional mcd001.ps2 file:
⚠️ Warning: Replacing
mcd001.ps2will delete all existing saves on that virtual card. Use a dedicated card for Codebreaker only.
When you search for downloads, you will see filenames like:
Codebreaker_Mcd001.ps2 or CB_Updated_Mcd001.ps2 Inside, you will see Mcd001
Why the exact name matters: PCSX2 is case-sensitive with memory card files. If you download a file named CODEBREAKER.ps2 but your PCSX2 is configured to look for Mcd001.ps2, the emulator will not see it. The -mcd001.ps2- notation tells the user: "Rename this file to Mcd001.ps2 and place it in your memcards folder."
Pro Tip: Always back up your original
Mcd001.ps2before replacing it. You will lose saved game data for every other game on that card.
Getting an updated CodeBreaker games list for PCSX2 is simply a matter of finding or building the right Mcd001.ps2 memory card file. Once installed, you unlock the full potential of PS2 cheats, breathe new life into old classics, and save dozens of hours of grinding.
Final checklist:
✅ Download a pre-made .ps2 from Archive.org / GitHub.
✅ Rename it to Mcd001.ps2 in PCSX2’s memcards folder.
✅ Boot CodeBreaker v10.
✅ Enjoy your updated cheat library. the PS2 emulator.
If you can’t find a working -mcd001.ps2 file, the next best thing is to build your own using myMC + a community .cbc database — but for 99% of users, the pre-built memory card is the quickest path to unlimited PS2 cheating on PCSX2.
Have a working download link or a newer database? Share it on the PCSX2 Reddit or forums — the emulation community thrives on collaboration.
Here’s a review tailored for someone who has downloaded or is considering downloading the Codebreaker updated games list file (mcd001.ps2) for use with PCSX2, the PS2 emulator.