What Does Restore PS3 System Do?
Hot take: The Restore PS3 system option is just Sony's extreme declutter button. Use with caution!
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It basically cleans out your PS3 like a spring cleaning — you'll lose everything, but your system will be nice and fresh.
Restoring the PS3 system will reset your console to its factory settings, wiping all data, including games, saves, and user accounts. It's like giving your PS3 a fresh start!
I've restored my PS3 before. It removes everything, so make sure to back up your data first. It’s like starting from scratch.
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