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The save file is stored in battery-powered {{wp|Static random-access memory|SRAM}} in [[Generation]]s {{gen|I}} and {{gen|II}}, and in {{wp|flash memory}} from [[Generation III]] onward. It is required when using certain in-game features (see [[:#List of activities|List of activities]] for more information). | The save file is stored in battery-powered {{wp|Static random-access memory|SRAM}} in [[Generation]]s {{gen|I}} and {{gen|II}}, and in {{wp|flash memory}} from [[Generation III]] onward. It is required when using certain in-game features (see [[:#List of activities|List of activities]] for more information). | ||
Prior to [[Generation VI]], a new game can be started even if there is already a save file stored on the game's cartridge. However, the new game cannot be saved without overwriting the existing file, which results in all prior progress to be lost. From [[Generation IV]] up to [[Generation VI], as a precaution against unwanted loss of data, any existing save file must be manually deleted by pressing the '''↑ + SELECT + B''' button combination on the title screen before a new game's save data can be written. The game will show a warning message notifying the player of this, and an error message will appear if the player attempts to save anyways. The combination was changed to '''↑ + X + B''' in [[Generation VI]], and the option to start a new game is not available starting in Generation VI when a save file is present. | Prior to [[Generation VI]], a new game can be started even if there is already a save file stored on the game's cartridge. However, the new game cannot be saved without overwriting the existing file, which results in all prior progress to be lost. From [[Generation IV]] up to [[Generation VI]], as a precaution against unwanted loss of data, any existing save file must be manually deleted by pressing the '''↑ + SELECT + B''' button combination on the title screen before a new game's save data can be written. The game will show a warning message notifying the player of this, and an error message will appear if the player attempts to save anyways. The combination was changed to '''↑ + X + B''' in [[Generation VI]], and the option to start a new game is not available starting in Generation VI when a save file is present. | ||
In [[Generation VIII] by pressing the button '''↑ + X + B''' combination in the title screen players can choose to load a backup save file. There's also no way to delete the saves in-game (but can be deleted in the console's settings). | In [[Generation VIII]] by pressing the button '''↑ + X + B''' combination in the title screen players can choose to load a backup save file. There's also no way to delete the saves in-game (but can be deleted in the console's settings). | ||
In the event that the saving process is interrupted, the save file risks corruption, effectively causing its data to be lost, thus forcing the player to start a new game. The game will notify the player of a corrupted save the next time they access the [[main menu]]. Starting in [[Generation III]], save file backups are stored, meaning that if the saving process is interrupted and the save file becomes corrupted, then the previous file will be loaded from the backup. Interrupting the saving process in the Generation I and II games may result in permanent loss or corruption of data. | In the event that the saving process is interrupted, the save file risks corruption, effectively causing its data to be lost, thus forcing the player to start a new game. The game will notify the player of a corrupted save the next time they access the [[main menu]]. Starting in [[Generation III]], save file backups are stored, meaning that if the saving process is interrupted and the save file becomes corrupted, then the previous file will be loaded from the backup. Interrupting the saving process in the Generation I and II games may result in permanent loss or corruption of data. | ||