How do I pause Fallout Shelter?
Just close the app. Seriously, Fallout Shelter doesn't have a pause button. When you come back, it'll pick up pretty much where you left off.
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Nah, you can't pause. Game keeps going but slower when it's not active. It's designed to run in real time, which is pretty cool for keeping things moving even when you're not looking.
Quick tip: you can't really 'pause' Fallout Shelter in the traditional sense, since it's a live simulation game. But, if you need a break without closing the app, just exit to the main menu. This stops almost all gameplay progressions like resource depletion and dweller unhappiness. Remember, though, incidents can still occur if you're in the middle of one!
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