Pause the game

elden-ring — Mods & Enhancements

Pause the game is a simple utility mod that lets you pause the game using a customizable controller or keyboard key. With nearly 5,000 endorsements and over 168,000 downloads, it's a popular quality-of-life addition for players who want to take breaks without quitting. Last updated in February 2023, it remains a reliable choice for pausing on demand.

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Downloads: 168,939 | Endorsements: 4,969

💡 Notes

By TechieW and iArtorias | v9.0 | 4,969 endorsements

🎯 Tips & Tricks

Check if the mod is compatible with your current game versio

Check if the mod is compatible with your current game version, as it hasn't been updated since early 2023.

If you're using a mod manager, install it through that for e

If you're using a mod manager, install it through that for easy removal; otherwise, just drop the files into your mod folder.

Test the default key binding first, then customize it to you

Test the default key binding first, then customize it to your liking in the game's settings.

🔧 Troubleshooting

Mod not working

Check load order and required dependencies. Read the full mod description.

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Installing multiple mods that modify the same files without checking compatibility

👍 Pros

Huge community trust: 4,969 endorsements and 168k downloads show it's a go-to for many players.
Does exactly what it says—no bloat, just a pause function with customizable keys.
Works with both controller and keyboard, so it fits your preferred setup.

👎 Cons

Last updated in February 2023—might not be compatible with the latest game patches, so check before installing.
No detailed description of how to customize the key bindings, so you might need to fiddle in-game.
Purely a utility mod—if you're looking for content or gameplay changes, this isn't it.

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