Monster Hunter Wilds: Duration Revealed

The highly anticipated Monster Hunter Wilds has finally arrived on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, continuing the legacy of the acclaimed Monster Hunter World and its Iceborne expansion. As fans dive into this latest installment, many are curious about the game's length and what to expect. Here, we'll provide insights from different members of the IGN team, detailing their experiences in terms of hours spent to complete the main story, their focus during gameplay, and their engagement with the postgame.

Tom Marks - Executive Reviews Editor, Games

I completed the main campaign of Monster Hunter Wilds in just under **15 hours**, reaching the actual end of the story. This marks the conclusion of the Low Rank portion, with High Rank challenges and side quests awaiting afterward. I spent an additional **15 hours** tackling these quests to reach what I consider the true endgame. During this time, I battled all available monsters, unlocked all initial crafting systems, and delved into the new Artian weapon system. Thanks to the game's streamlined progression, it took me just another **5 hours** to optimize my preferred weapons and armor set, although there's much more to explore across other gear options.

I completed the final story mission in High Rank at around **40 hours**, roughly **22 hours** after the initial credits rolled at the end of Low Rank. My time may not be precise due to idle periods spent in menus for guide creation. During the Low Rank phase, I focused primarily on progressing through the story, crafting with available resources without repeating hunts. In High Rank, I ventured into optional monster hunts and multiplayer sessions, which are essential for unlocking further story missions. I only specifically upgraded my weapon once, focusing more on reaching the end rather than optimizing my gear. If I had more time, I might have spent up to **60 hours** perfecting my armor and weapon sets. Postgame, I have several side missions and activities like endemic life-catching and fishing to look forward to, along with farming for Talismans and experimenting with Artian weapons. I'm excited about the upcoming event quests and title updates that will introduce new monsters throughout the year.

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Simon Cardy - Senior Editorial Producer

I finished the main story of Monster Hunter Wilds in just under **16 hours**, which was surprisingly quick compared to my 25-hour journey in Monster Hunter World. As a relative newcomer to the series, I found the battles quite manageable, though some apex predators did pose a challenge. The game's streamlined approach, with less emphasis on complex systems like elemental weaknesses and extensive tracking, contributed to this shorter runtime. The consistent pacing of story cutscenes and monster battles made the experience feel more cinematic, perhaps at the expense of the traditional Monster Hunter feel, which I hope to see more of in the postgame.

Jada Griffin - Community Lead

It took me about **20 hours** to reach the initial credits in Monster Hunter Wilds. I spent most of this time completing optional and side quests, with some time dedicated to exploring the game's world, hunting endemic life, and optimizing my gameplay setup. It took me another **15 hours** to complete all High Rank missions and see all the post-credit monsters. So far, I've logged nearly **70 hours** in the postgame, enjoying activities like hunting with friends, farming decorations, and pursuing monster crowns. I'm eagerly anticipating future title updates that will bring more monsters to the game.

I reached the first credits in Monster Hunter Wilds after about **20 hours**, focusing mainly on the story with occasional detours to craft appealing armor sets and experiment with various weapons, particularly the Switch Axe. Currently, I've logged **65 hours** in the game, and I view the credits as more of a narrative turning point than the true end. There's still a wealth of content to explore, from new monsters to unique crafting opportunities. The story feels like an extended tutorial, setting the stage for the real adventure that lies ahead in the postgame.