For modders and those looking to customize player stats, appearances, or boots, understanding the file is essential. This file acts as the database for player data within PES 2021.
Note: You cannot edit the raw Player.bin on a console without using a Save Wizard or transferring the file to a PC via USB.
This guide reveals the exact file paths for every setup and explains how to safely edit the file. Default Installation Locations
Use the in-game "Export Team Data" feature, which creates a compatible file, but it will not be named Player.bin . For deep editing, Xbox players typically rely on PC cross-save (not available for PES 2021) or manual in-game editing. Player.bin Pes 2021 Location
: Do not confuse Player.bin with your personal Edit Data , which is stored as EDIT00000000 in your Windows Documents/KONAMI/eFootball PES 2021 SEASON UPDATE/[User ID]/save folder. Key Usage and Tools
If you are using the base game (no major patches), the file is packed within the game's .cpk files. To edit it, you must locate it within the game data folder:
: /steamapps/compatdata/1259970/pfx/ . PlayStation (PS4/PS5) For modders and those looking to customize player
Default Path (PC): %USERPROFILE%\Documents\KONAMI\eFootball PES 2021 SEASON UPDATE\[your-user-id]\save
If your patch uses encrypted database files, you will need a specific decryption tool (usually provided with the patch) to access player.bin .
The most common tool for editing player.bin files directly. This guide reveals the exact file paths for
Before searching for the Player.bin file, it is crucial to understand its purpose. Unlike the standard save file ( EDIT00000000 ) which stores your personal in-game edits and settings, the Player.bin file is a more fundamental piece of the game's database. It contains the core data for all players in the game, including:
Also back up EDIT00000000 and SYSTEM00000000 . These three files work together. Restoring only Player.bin can cause face/hair mismatches.