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Dark Souls III vs Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain

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

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MetricDark Souls IIIMetal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain
Main Story32h46h
Main + Extras47h83h
Completionist97h160h
Released20162015
DeveloperFromSoftwareKojima Productions

Verdict

Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain is the longer game by about 36 hours on a typical playthrough (83h 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 Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain.

For completionists, Dark Souls III clocks in at 97 hours total, while Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain sits at 160 hours.