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Dark Souls III vs Baldur's Gate 3

Which game takes longer to beat? Here's the side-by-side breakdown.

Dark Souls III

2016 · FromSoftware
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Baldur's Gate 3

2023 · Larian Studios
MetricDark Souls IIIBaldur's Gate 3
Main Story32h75h
Main + Extras47h98h
Completionist97h146h
Released20162023
DeveloperFromSoftwareLarian Studios

Verdict

Baldur's Gate 3 is the longer game by about 51 hours on a typical playthrough (98h vs 47h for Dark Souls III).

If you only have time for one and prefer a tighter experience, Dark Souls III wraps up faster. If you want the longer ride, go with Baldur's Gate 3.

For completionists, Dark Souls III clocks in at 97 hours total, while Baldur's Gate 3 sits at 146 hours.