If you are using HEN (Hybrid Firmware) or an ODE (Optical Drive Emulator), the Folder format often requires you to mount a "disc" via multiMAN or webMAN MOD. This adds background processes that eat up RAM.
The term "Wet" is often attributed to early translations where "liquid" or "fluid" might have been used to describe a file that is "loose" or "unpacked"—meaning it does not require the rigid, compressed installation process of a standard PS3 package. Over time, community members began using "Wet" as a slang term for wet ps3 pkg better
Some even joke that “wet” refers to – a “wet” (freshly pasted) PS3 runs cooler, making PKG installation safer. This is false but adds to the folklore. If you are using HEN (Hybrid Firmware) or
If you’ve spent any time in the PlayStation 3 homebrew community, you’ve likely stumbled upon the debate between different file formats. Specifically, the term (often referring to decrypted or "debug" style packages) has gained traction among enthusiasts. Over time, community members began using "Wet" as
Using a PKG (Package) file over a physical disc or ISO can offer specific advantages: Wet Review - 2009's Forgotten Shooter : r/Games