How to Save in Virtual Families: PC Legacy vs Mobile Auto-Save and Cloud Sync

Depends entirely on **which version** you're playing:

Original Virtual Families (PC / Mac, 2009 — Legacy)

• No manual save. Real-time simulation — runs when closed.
• Auto-save only on clean exit (File → Quit). Power loss / crash = progress lost since last quit.
• No pause. "Pause" button only stops *visuals*; simulation continues.

Virtual Families 2 / 3 (Mobile: iOS / Android — Current)

• Auto-save constantly. Every action (birth, purchase, career event) writes to cloud/local.
• Cloud Sync: Sign in (Google Play Games / Game Center / LDW Account) → progress follows device.
• Offline Play: Works; syncs on next connection.
• No "Save Button" needed. Just close app.

Virtual Families: Cook Off (Mobile Spin-off)

• Same auto-save + cloud.

If on PC (Legacy): Quit via menu *frequently*. No other safety net.