{"id":82070,"date":"2025-01-28T22:55:35","date_gmt":"2025-01-28T22:55:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dejan.au\/index.php\/2025\/01\/28\/how-to-pause-elden-ring-players-find-simple-trick-to-pause-the-game-dexerto\/"},"modified":"2025-01-28T22:55:35","modified_gmt":"2025-01-28T22:55:35","slug":"how-to-pause-elden-ring-players-find-simple-trick-to-pause-the-game-dexerto","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dejan.au\/index.php\/2025\/01\/28\/how-to-pause-elden-ring-players-find-simple-trick-to-pause-the-game-dexerto\/","title":{"rendered":"How to pause Elden Ring: Players find simple trick to pause the game &#8211; Dexerto"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>How to pause Elden Ring: Players find simple trick to pause the game FromSoftwareAlthough Elden Ring doesn\u2019t come with a traditional pause function, players have discovered a simple method of freezing the game with ease. With Elden Ring\u2019s lively open world always in motion, FromSoftware\u2019s latest title doesn\u2019t give players an option to pause. At least in the traditional sense, there\u2019s no way to stop the action for even a brief moment. Even if you\u2019re casually strolling through your single-player journey without any invaders present, pausing hasn\u2019t been an option. Until now that is, as a few crafty gamers have found a unique method of actually pausing Elden Ring. While it\u2019s not quite as simple as hitting a dedicated pause button on your controller or keyboard, it is still possible to pause Elden Ring with a few nifty tricks. Here\u2019s how it\u2019s done. How to pause Elden Ring Whether you\u2019re in the midst of combat or just want to take a breather while tracking down the next Site of Grace, pausing Elden Ring can obviously come in handy. Thankfully, a simple method of freezing the game has already been found. Your first step involves opening your Inventory screen. For a brief moment, you may still be in danger. The trick from here on out is to quickly open the \u2018Menu Explanation\u2019 feature as fast as possible. Triggering this option immediately pauses Elden Ring. Read More: How to survive an invasion in Elden Ring &#8211; For as long as you need, Elden Ring will remain frozen while the Menu Explanation screen is in focus. If you\u2019re unsure how to trigger this in your Inventory, below is a step-by-step breakdown. Access your Inventory. &#8211; Quickly tap your Start\/Help button. &#8211; Navigate down and select the \u2018Menu Explanation\u2019 feature. &#8211; Congratulations, you\u2019ve just paused Elden Ring. &#8211; This manual pause trick can be used anytime, anywhere in Elden Ring, so long as you\u2019re not in an active multiplayer session. Read More: Should you trust Gostoc in Elden Ring? &#8211; If you have allies on your side or there\u2019s an invader hot on your heels, this method will no longer work. So be mindful of that if you\u2019re banking Runes and trying to play it safe. If you\u2019re searching for more tips, guides, and Elden Ring walkthroughs, we\u2019ve got plenty to help along your journey in The Lands Between. You can find all right here or by checking individual guides below. Ash of War: Bloodhound\u2019s Step | Mimic Tear | Gold Scarab | Elden Ring Stonedigger Troll | Elden Ring Margit the Fell Omen | Elden Ring Flying Dragon Agheel | Elden Ring Tree Sentinel | Elden Ring Grave Warden | Elden Ring Pumpkin Head | Elden Ring Soldier of Godrick<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How to pause Elden Ring: Players find simple trick to pause the game FromSoftwareAlthough Elden Ring doesn\u2019t come with a traditional pause function, players have discovered a simple method of freezing the game with ease. With Elden Ring\u2019s lively open world always in motion, FromSoftware\u2019s latest title doesn\u2019t give players an option to pause. 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