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 the action-packed series from Capcom. Following the footsteps of Monster Hunter World and its expansive Iceborne addition, Wilds promises an engaging experience. But just how long will it take to conquer its wilds? Here's a detailed breakdown from different members of the IGN team, sharing their journey through the main story, their priorities, and their adventures in the post-game.

Tom Marks - Executive Reviews Editor, Games

It took me just under **15 hours** to reach the credits in Monster Hunter Wilds' campaign, marking the actual end of the story. This is different from Monster Hunter Rise, where the first credits roll at roughly the halfway point. However, reaching the credits in Wilds only signifies the end of Low Rank; High Rank awaits with numerous side quests and challenging encounters, ensuring your adventure is far from over.

I spent **another 15 hours** completing most of these quests, reaching what I consider the true endgame. By this point, I had battled all available monsters, unlocked all initial crafting systems, and explored the custom Artian weapon system designed to keep players engaged. Thanks to Wilds' streamlined progression, I needed only an additional **5 hours** to max out my preferred weapons and armor set, though there's still plenty to achieve with other weapon types.

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 Low Rank**. My time may not be precisely accurate due to time spent idling in menus for guide creation. During the Low Rank phase, I didn't delve into the game's intricate systems, focusing instead on crafting with available resources and progressing through the story without repeating hunts. In High Rank, I ventured off the story path to hunt new optional monsters and engage in multiplayer hunts, which are necessary to unlock further story missions.

I made a concerted effort to upgrade my weapon once by hunting an extra Ajarakan, but otherwise, I rushed to the end with whatever gear I could muster. Given more time, I might have spent around **60 hours** to craft a more efficient armor and weapon set. My post-game plans include catching endemic life, fishing, and completing the remaining six monster-hunting side missions I unlocked. There's also at least one more optional quest to discover. I'm eager to farm specific monsters for Talisman upgrades, craft different armor, experiment with RNG for Artian weapons, and leisurely replay the story with friends, exploring new weapons. Plus, with event quests and title updates bringing new monsters, my journey in Monster Hunter Wilds is far from over.

Simon Cardy - Senior Editorial Producer

It took me **just under 16 hours** to finish the main story of Monster Hunter Wilds, which was quicker than expected, especially compared to my 25-hour journey into World without seeing the end. As a relative newcomer to the series, I found many of the battles quite manageable, though the apex predators occasionally posed a challenge. The game's design seems tailored to ease newcomers in, with simplified elements like less emphasis on crafting and tracking.

The consistent pacing of story cutscenes and monster battles contributed to the shorter runtime, which sometimes felt less like a traditional Monster Hunter experience and more like a story-driven adventure. While I appreciated the swift conclusion to the story, I wonder if some of the series' charm is reserved for the post-game, where the true depth of Monster Hunter can be explored.

Jada Griffin - Community Lead

I reached the initial credits of Monster Hunter Wilds in about **20 hours**, dedicating most of this time to optional and side quests, alongside exploring the game's world. I spent time wandering the map's paths, hunting endemic life, customizing my radial menus, and finding optimal locations for pop-up camps.

Completing all High-rank missions and side quests took me **15 hours**, allowing me to encounter all the post-credit monsters. To date, I've logged nearly **70 hours** in the post-game, enjoying leisurely hunts with friends, farming decorations, and pursuing monster crowns. While I've had a blast, I eagerly await future title updates to expand the monster roster.

Ronny Barrier - Producer, Guides

I hit the first credits in Monster Hunter Wilds after about **20 hours**, mainly focusing on the story with occasional detours to craft armor sets and experiment with different weapons, particularly the Switch Axe. With **65 hours** currently logged, I don't consider the credits the true end; they're more of a narrative turning point. There are still plenty of monsters to hunt, new sights to see, and hats to craft. The story feels like an extended tutorial, which suits me fine as long as there are more monsters to battle—except Congalala, whom I'd rather not see again.