Using Refresher to patch a game on PS3
Refresher has native support for decrypting, encrypting and patching PS3 games. This guide aims to show you how to operate Refresher's PS3 patcher.
To download Refresher, you must first visit the Releases Page.
Then, pick the option corresponding to the operating system that is running on your computer. Refresher currently does not provide built binaries for macOS due to issues with code signing. To run Refresher on macOS, you must build the project yourself via the dotnet toolset.
Once you have downloaded the built binaries for your operating system, simply unzip the archive, and you should have an executable.
Step 1: Jailbreak your PS3 and install webMAN
We can't help you with this, but there are various guides out there you can go out and find. We personally recommend MrMario2011's guides.
In general, though, try to use the latest firmware, use HEN for super slims, CFW for other models, etc., etc.
Once you've gotten a modded firmware up and running, head on over to GitHub and download the webMAN-MOD installer.
Move the installer .pkg onto your PS3, and use your PS3's package manager to get the installer on your PS3, then run it to install webMAN-MOD onto your system.
Step 2: Find your PS3's IP Address
Head on over to your PS3, head to settings, then network settings, and open 'Settings and Connection Status List'.
Look for your 'IP Address', and write it down under the 'PS3s IP' field in Refresher. Click the 'Connect' button, and Refresher should connect to your PS3. It may take a couple of seconds for it to download all the game icons and metadata.
Step 3: Fill in the server URL
You should have been given a URL by the person operating the server you're trying to connect to. Copy this URL into the second field - the one named 'Server URL'.
In the case of the official LittleBigRefresh instance, you will use the IP http://lbp.littlebigrefresh.com:2095/lbp
Next, hit the button that says 'AutoDiscover'. This will trigger Refresher to attempt to connect to the remote server to gather more details and extra patching instructions from it. AutoDiscover is required for some games, so you should always use it.
Most servers based on Bunkum, most notably Refresh, should support this protocol. Other servers such as Project Lighthouse do not support this protocol.
If successful, Refresher will open a pop-up presenting the information it gathered from the server. Click 'Yes' to accept these settings, and Refresher will automatically do the rest when you patch.
Step 4: Patch!
Now, click the patch button. It should decrypt the game, patch, then place a working EBOOT onto your PS3.
When all is set and ready to go, register an account on our website, and then open the game and start browsing levels to activate your account!