Compare the suspect EBOOT with a known original (if available). Original sizes are typically between 10 MB and 40 MB. If it’s exactly 1 MB or several hundred MB, it’s likely fake or a different file type.
Troubleshooting: If error 80010006 appears, the EBOOT is still not matching the firmware region (e.g., trying to run a Japanese EBOOT on a US console). Obtain the correct region version.
Use a PC utility like or PkgView to open the package.
If you have a jailbroken PS3, you might wonder why you would ever want to go back to the original, unmodified file.
When downloading a game update (patch), the update often includes a new EBOOT. If you are using a custom EBOOT, it might conflict with the new patch, causing crashes.
: The most reliable way to get an original EBOOT is to re-rip the game from your physical disc or re-download it from your "Purchased" list on the PSN Store. Locating Original EBOOT Files
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