[STORY] In-Game Pause Menu System - COMPLETED

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Story Description

Implement a pause menu system that allows users to access game management options while in the middle of their farming simulation without losing progress.

Acceptance Criteria

• Pause menu overlay with semi-transparent background
• Resume Game option to return to simulation
• Save Game option to persist current progress
• Load Game option to switch to different farm
• Settings access from pause menu
• Main Menu option to return to main screen
• Exit Game option with proper cleanup
• ESC key toggle for pause menu

Current Implementation Status

✅ COMPLETED - Fully functional pause menu system

Technical Details

• Implemented in draw_pause_menu() and handle_pause_menu_event()
• Semi-transparent overlay maintains game context
• Complete navigation with keyboard and mouse support
• Proper state transitions between pause menu and game

Related Issues

Part of epic #1 - Complete Main Menu System

Educational Value

Allows students to manage their learning session without losing progress, essential for classroom time constraints.