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 expansive Iceborne update. As the latest installment in Capcom's renowned action series, fans are eager to know just how long it takes to conquer this new beastly adventure. Here, we'll dive into the time it took various members of the IGN team to complete the main storyline, 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**, reaching the true end of the story. Unlike Monster Hunter Rise, where the first credits roll at the midpoint, this marks the conclusion of the Low Rank section. However, the journey doesn't end there; High Rank awaits with numerous side quests and tougher challenges.

It took me an additional **15 hours** to tackle nearly all the High Rank quests, reaching what I consider the true endgame. By this point, I had battled every monster, unlocked all available systems and crafting options at launch, and delved into the new Artian weapon system designed to keep players engaged. Thanks to the streamlined grind, I only needed another five hours to optimize my preferred weapons and armor set, though there's always more to achieve with other weapon types.

Casey DeFreitas - Deputy Editor, Guides

I completed the final "story" mission in High Rank after around **40 hours**, roughly **22 hours after the Low Rank credits**. My time might not be precise due to idle menu time for guide creation. During the Low Rank phase, I didn't delve deeply into the game's intricate systems, focusing instead on crafting with available resources and progressing without repeating hunts. In High Rank, I ventured into optional monster hunts and multiplayer sessions, which are necessary to unlock further Story Missions.

I only upgraded my weapon once by hunting an extra Ajarakan, otherwise sticking to what I could craft and rushing to the end. Ideally, I would have spent closer to 60 hours, crafting a more efficient set. Postgame, I have more to explore, including endemic life-catching, fishing, and six remaining monster-hunting Side Missions. I'm also eager to farm specific monsters for Talisman upgrades, experiment with different armor, and try my luck with Artian weapons. Plus, I look forward to replaying the story with friends and tackling upcoming event quests and title updates.

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 the apex predators posed a slight challenge. The game's streamlined approach, with less emphasis on elemental strategies, loadout customization, and extensive tracking, made it more accessible for players like me.

The consistent pacing of story cutscenes and monster battles until the credits felt somewhat less like a traditional Monster Hunter experience and more influenced by Western cinematic storytelling. While I appreciated the swift conclusion to the initial story, I wonder if this approach might leave some of the series' core elements for the postgame.

Jada Griffin - Community Lead

It took me about **20 hours** to reach the initial credits in Monster Hunter Wilds, with most of that time spent on optional and side quests, and some dedicated to exploring the game's world. I enjoyed discovering hidden paths, hunting endemic life, customizing my radial menus, and finding optimal camp locations.

Completing all High Rank missions and side quests took another **15 hours**, allowing me to encounter all post-credit monsters. So far, I've logged nearly **70 hours** in the postgame, enjoying casual hunts with friends, farming decorations, and pursuing monster crowns. I'm excited for future title updates that will bring new monsters to the game.

Ronny Barrier - Producer, Guides

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'm at **65 hours** and don't consider the credits the true end, as there's still much to explore and hunt.

The story feels like an extended tutorial, which suits me fine as it leads to more monster encounters and crafting opportunities. While I'm eager to continue my adventure, I could do without facing Congalala again.