Trying to load the saves that were stored here, but the config won't see them. Is it standard that a new runner complete the game on their own first?

Hey there. It's not standard, but it's preferable if you want to do good runs, as it will get you used to the combat which is a big part of the runs. And for the saves not showing up, check that you put them in Documents/Bioware/Mass Effect 2/Save. If the game can't see them, I don't know sounds weird to me XD

Thanks! I discovered what my mistake was. I was trying to import the ME2 save file as an ME1 save instead of just LOADING it... Sometimes reading is hard. Thanks for the file move suggestion, as it was needed.

I'm very familiar with the game, but I mainly played ME2 and 3 on Xbox, and have been on PC after that console. I'm adjusting from having separate run, crouch, and mantle buttons.

Fair. Anyways feel free to join our discord so we can help you more easily, you can find it in the tabs on the left.