save slot
Progress storage location
A save slot is a designated space in a video game's memory system where a player's progress can be stored.
Games typically offer multiple save slots so different players can maintain separate files, or one player can preserve different points in the game: I keep a save slot right before the final boss.
The term reflects older game design where storage was limited and numbered slots appeared on screen like physical containers.
- autosaveAutomatic file preservation
- checkpointInspection station on route
- quicksaveImmediate game state preservation
- emulatorCross-platform compatibility layer
- memory cardPortable digital data chip
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save slotfresh start
Opportunity to restart unburdened
game over · permadeath · data wipe · clean slate · restart
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