Monster Hunter Wilds: Duration Revealed

The much-anticipated Monster Hunter Wilds has finally arrived on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, continuing the legacy of Capcom's renowned action series. Following the footsteps of its predecessor, Monster Hunter World, and its expansive Iceborne DLC, Wilds offers a fresh yet familiar hunting experience. In this article, we delve into how long it took various IGN team members to complete the main story, their priorities during gameplay, and their experiences with the postgame content.

Tom Marks - Executive Reviews Editor, Games

I completed the campaign of Monster Hunter Wilds in just under **15 hours**, marking the true end of the story, unlike the mid-point credits in Monster Hunter Rise. This completion signifies the end of Low Rank, but the journey continues with High Rank, offering numerous side quests and tougher challenges. I spent an additional **15 hours** tackling these quests to reach the endgame, where I engaged with all available monsters, unlocked all crafting systems, and delved into the custom Artian weapon system. Thanks to the game's efficient grind, I needed just another five hours to optimize my preferred weapons and armor set, though there's always more to achieve with other weapon types.

I reached the final story mission in High Rank at around **40 hours**, **22 hours** after seeing the Low Rank credits. My time was somewhat inflated due to guide-related menu idling. During Low Rank, I focused mainly on progressing through the story with minimal crafting, and in High Rank, I ventured into optional monster hunts and multiplayer sessions to unlock more story missions. I only upgraded my weapon once by hunting an extra Ajarakan before the final mission. Given more time, I would have invested around 60 hours to craft a more effective armor and weapon set. Postgame, I'm eager to catch more endemic life, complete remaining side missions, and farm for better Talismans and Artian weapons, all while enjoying leisurely story replays with friends. Upcoming event quests and title updates with new monsters promise even more excitement.

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Simon Cardy - Senior Editorial Producer

Completing the main story of Monster Hunter Wilds took me **just under 16 hours**, a surprisingly short duration compared to my 25-hour journey in Monster Hunter World. As a relative newcomer to the series, I found the battles quite manageable, with only occasional faints against apex predators. The game's streamlined approach, which simplifies elemental strengths, crafting, and hunting mechanics, likely contributed to this. The frequent cutscenes interspersed with battles also made for a brisk pace, though it felt less like a traditional Monster Hunter experience at times, perhaps due to more Western storytelling influences. While I appreciated the swift conclusion to the story, I'm curious about how much of the series' traditional elements have been reserved for the postgame.

Jada Griffin - Community Lead

I reached the initial credits of Monster Hunter Wilds in about **20 hours**, spending much of that time on optional and side quests, as well as exploring the game world. I enjoyed wandering through the map's hidden paths, hunting endemic life, customizing my gear, and finding optimal camp locations. Completing all High Rank missions and side quests took me another **15 hours**. Post-credits, I've logged nearly **70 hours** engaging in fun activities like hunting with friends, farming decorations, and pursuing monster crowns. I'm eagerly anticipating future title updates that will introduce more monsters to the game.

I saw the first credits of Monster Hunter Wilds after about **20 hours**, focusing mainly on the story but taking time to craft some appealing armor sets and experiment with various weapons, particularly the Switch Axe. Currently, I've spent **65 hours** in the game and don't consider the credits as the true ending. The story feels like an extended tutorial, leading into a broader world of hunting, new monsters, and crafting. While I'm excited about the ongoing adventures, I could do without encountering Congalala again.