Monster Hunter Wilds Duration Revealed

Monster Hunter Wilds has finally arrived on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, continuing Capcom's epic tradition of beast-battling action. Following the success of Monster Hunter World and its expansive Iceborne DLC, Wilds promises an engaging adventure. But just how long will it take to conquer its wilds? Here's a detailed look at how long it took different members of the IGN team to complete the main story, what they focused on during their playthrough, and their experiences with the post-game content.

Tom Marks - Executive Reviews Editor, Games

I reached the credits in Monster Hunter Wilds' campaign in just under **15 hours**, marking the end of the main story and Low Rank. Unlike Monster Hunter Rise, where the first credits appear halfway through the story, Wilds' credits signify the conclusion of the narrative at this point. 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 complete nearly all the High Rank quests, bringing me to the true endgame. During this time, I battled all available monsters, unlocked all the systems and crafting options available at launch, and delved into the custom Artian weapon system. Thanks to Wilds' efficient grind, I needed only another **5 hours** to optimize my preferred weapons and armor set. Yet, there's always more to explore with other weapon types and further enhancements.

I completed the final "story" mission in Monster Hunter Wilds' High Rank after around **40 hours**, approximately **22 hours** after seeing the credits for Low Rank. My time isn't entirely precise due to idle periods spent in menus for guide creation. During Low Rank, I didn't delve deeply into the game's intricate systems, focusing instead on crafting with available materials and moving forward without repeating hunts. In High Rank, while still following the story, I engaged more with optional monsters and multiplayer hunts necessary to unlock further story missions.

I only upgraded my weapon once specifically for the final mission by hunting an Ajarakan. If I had more time, I would have aimed for a more strategic approach, potentially reaching **60 hours** at the finish line to create a more effective armor and weapon set. My journey continues with endemic life-catching, fishing, and completing remaining side missions. I'm eager to farm specific monsters for Talisman upgrades, experiment with different armor sets, and explore the Artian weapons. I also look forward to replaying the story with friends and experiencing upcoming event quests and title updates with new monsters.

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Simon Cardy - Senior Editorial Producer

Completing Monster Hunter Wilds' main story took me **just under 16 hours**, which was surprising compared to the 25 hours I spent in Monster Hunter World without reaching the end. As a relative newcomer to the series, I found many battles more manageable than expected, though some apex predators did pose a challenge. The game's streamlined approach, with less emphasis on elemental strategies, crafting tailored loadouts, and extensive tracking, caters well to newcomers like me.

The consistent rhythm of story cutscenes and monster battles up to the credits made the experience feel more cinematic and less like a traditional Monster Hunter game at times. While this helped me quickly finish the initial story, I wonder if it might leave some core Monster Hunter elements behind until the post-game content kicks in.

Jada Griffin - Community Lead

It took me about **20 hours** to reach the initial credits in Monster Hunter Wilds. Most of that time was spent on optional and side quests, with some time dedicated to exploring the game's world, hunting endemic life, and optimizing my gameplay setup, including radial menus and camp locations.

Completing all High Rank missions and side quests took an additional **15 hours**, allowing me to encounter all post-credit monsters. Since then, I've logged nearly **70 hours** in the post-game, enjoying monster hunts with friends, decoration farming, and hunting for monster crowns. I'm excited about future title updates that will add more monsters to the game.

I saw the first credits in Monster Hunter Wilds after about **20 hours**. My focus was primarily on the story, though I took brief detours to craft a couple of armor sets and experiment with various weapons, particularly the Switch Axe. At **65 hours** of playtime, I consider the credits a milestone rather than the end, with plenty of new monsters, hunts, and crafting opportunities awaiting me. The story feels like an extended tutorial, which suits me fine as it leads to more monster battles—except for Congalala, whom I'd rather avoid.