Prerequisite: WinRAR or 7-Zip

Most cards are downloaded as .rar or .7z files. You cannot use Windows' default zip extractor for these. Ensure you have 7-Zip or WinRAR installed.


Artificial Academy 2 — How to Install Cards

Below is a step-by-step guide for installing custom cards (player cards, character cards, costume/appearance cards, etc.) into Artificial Academy 2 (AA2). Assume you have a Windows PC and a legal copy of the game. This guide covers locating game folders, file types used by cards, installing single cards, installing multiple cards, and troubleshooting common issues.

Warning: Modding games can risk game stability or corrupt save data. Back up your AA2 game folder and save files before making changes.

4. Step-by-Step Character Card Installation

  1. Download the card (.png file). Make sure the filename is not too long and has no special characters (Japanese characters are fine; avoid # % &).
  2. Copy the .png file.
  3. Navigate to your correct save/female or save/male folder.
  4. Paste the card there.
  5. Do not rename the card unless absolutely necessary — cards contain metadata linked to modded textures. If you must rename, keep the .png extension and avoid spaces.
  6. Launch AA2Edit.exe.
    • In the character list, click “Read from file” (or the folder icon).
    • Your card should appear in the directory browser. Select it.
    • If modded parts are missing, the character may show default bodies, pink textures, or crash. This means you need the same mods the creator used.

Step 2: Locating the Game Directory

  1. Open File Explorer: Navigate to where you have Artificial Academy 2 installed.
  2. Find the Game Folder: Typically, this is in a directory like C:\Games\Artificial Academy 2 or wherever you chose to install it.

Conclusion

Installing cards in Artificial Academy 2 is straightforward once you locate the correct save directory. The main challenge is matching mods between the card creator and your game. Always prioritize cards with mod lists, and keep a clean backup of your game before adding major mod packs. With the steps above, you can populate your academy with thousands of user-created characters.

For real-time help, join the AA2 Modding Discord (link accessible via r/ArtificialAcademy).