Monster Hunter Wilds Duration Revealed

Monster Hunter Wilds, the latest installment in Capcom's renowned action series, has finally arrived on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. Building on the success of its predecessor, Monster Hunter World, and its expansive Iceborne expansion, Wilds promises thrilling beast-battling adventures. But just how long does it take to conquer this game? Here, we dive into the experiences of various IGN team members, detailing their journey through the main story, their priorities, and their engagement with the postgame.

Tom Marks - Executive Reviews Editor, Games

It took me just under **15 hours** to reach the credits in Monster Hunter Wilds' campaign, marking the true end of the story. This differs from Monster Hunter Rise, where the first credit roll occurs midway through the plot. However, reaching the campaign's end only signifies the completion of Low Rank. High Rank awaits with a plethora of side quests and tougher challenges, ensuring the adventure continues.

I spent **another 15 hours** tackling nearly all the High Rank quests to reach what I consider the true endgame. This involved battling all available monsters, unlocking all systems and crafting options at launch, and delving into the custom Artian weapon system. Thanks to Wilds' streamlined grind, I only needed an additional five hours to optimize the weapons and armor set I desired. Yet, there remains much to achieve across other weapon types and further customization.

Casey DeFreitas - Deputy Editor, Guides

I completed the final "story" mission in High Rank at around **40 hours**, roughly **22 hours after seeing the credits for the "low rank"** section. My time might be slightly skewed due to idle menu time for guide creation. During the Low Rank phase, I didn't delve deeply into Monster Hunter Wilds' intricate systems, focusing instead on crafting with available resources and progressing without repeating hunts. In High Rank, I explored optional monsters and engaged in more hunts with friends, which is necessary to unlock further Story Missions.

I upgraded my weapon only once by hunting an extra Ajarakan, but otherwise, I made do with what I had and focused on reaching the end. Ideally, I would have spent around 60 hours refining a more efficient armor and weapon set. Post-game, I'm still eager to engage in endemic life-catching, fishing, and completing six remaining monster-hunting Side Missions, along with an additional optional quest. My plans include farming specific monsters for Talisman upgrades, crafting different armor, and experimenting with Artian weapons. I look forward to leisurely replaying the story with friends while mastering a new weapon, plus enjoying upcoming event quests and title updates.

Simon Cardy - Senior Editorial Producer

Completing Monster Hunter Wilds' main story took me **just under 16 hours**, a shorter duration than expected, especially compared to the 25 hours I played in Monster Hunter World without reaching the end. As a relative newcomer to the series, I found many battles more manageable, though the apex predators posed a slight challenge. The game's streamlined approach, reducing the focus on elemental strengths, crafting tailored loadouts, and extensive tracking, made the journey more accessible.

The consistent flow of story cutscenes and monster battles leading up to the credits suggests a blend of Monster Hunter's traditional gameplay with Western cinematic influences. While this allowed for a swift conclusion to the story, it might leave some of the series' core elements to be explored in the post-game, which I'm eager to delve into further.

Jada Griffin - Community Lead

I reached the initial credits of Monster Hunter Wilds in about **20 hours**, much of which was spent on optional and side quests. I also enjoyed exploring the game's world, discovering hidden paths, hunting endemic life, customizing menus, and finding optimal camp locations. It took me **15 hours to complete all the High-rank missions** and side quests, encountering all the monsters available post-credits.

So far, I've logged nearly **70 hours** in the post-credits phase, engaging in fun hunts with friends, farming decorations, and pursuing monster crowns. I'm excited about the future title updates that will bring more monsters to Wilds, further enriching my experience.

Ronny Barrier - Producer, Guides

I hit the first credits in Monster Hunter Wilds after about **20 hours**, primarily focusing on the main story while occasionally grinding for appealing armor sets and experimenting with various weapons, like the Switch Axe. My total playtime now stands at **65 hours**, which I don't consider the true end, as there are still numerous monsters to hunt and new gear to craft. The story feels like an extended tutorial, but I'm thrilled to continue exploring and battling, with the exception of Congalala, whom I'd rather not encounter again.