Pause the game
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #7 of 156 Miscellaneous mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
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Requirements:
Does not require running an external application or replacing files. You only need Elden Mod Loader which will automatically load the mod on startup.
Installation:
Place the mods folder from "PauseEldenRing.zip" into the game root folder. For example: "G:\SteamLibrary\steamapps\common\ELDEN RING\Game\".
How to pause:
The default pause key for keyboard is P and the default for controllers is pressing the left analog stick + A (X on PS controllers).
Rebinding the pause key:
Edit "mods/PauseTheGame/pause_keybinds.ini" to rebind the keys, you can bind a single button or a button combination for both your controller and keyboard. See below for examples and which keys you can bind.
Keybind examples
pause_keys = a+b+c, start
unpause_keys = backspace+pagedown, lmb
Key mapping list, use these key names when binding!
lmb - left mouse button
rmb - right mouse button
mmb - middle mouse button
mb1 - mouse side button 1
mb2 - mouse side button 2
printscreen
numpad0 to numpad9
multiply - * key on numpad
add - + key on numpad
separator - , key on numpad
subtract - - key on numpad
decimal - also , key I think
divide - / key on numpad
Controller mappings
start - Options on PS controllers
select - Back or Share
lthumbpress - Press down on left analog stick
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.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ 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.
- Purely a utility mod—if you're looking for content or gameplay changes, this isn't it.
For players who want a quick pause button without quitting the game, especially during long sessions or when you need to step away. Also great for controller users who want a dedicated pause key. Skip if you're after new content or gameplay overhauls—this is a simple QoL tool.
💡 Beginner Tips
- 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 easy removal; otherwise, just drop the files into your mod folder.
- Test the default key binding first, then customize it to your liking in the game's settings.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Elden Ring Mods
- Author
- TechieW and iArtorias
- Version
- 9.0
- Downloads
- 168,939
- Endorsements
- 4,969
- Category
- Miscellaneous
- Created
- 2/27/2022
- Updated
- 2/19/2023
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