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God of War Ragnarök vs Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain

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

God of War Ragnarök

2022 · Santa Monica Studio
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Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain

2015 · Kojima Productions
MetricGod of War RagnarökMetal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain
Main Story26h46h
Main + Extras36h83h
Completionist54h160h
Released20222015
DeveloperSanta Monica StudioKojima Productions

Verdict

Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain is the longer game by about 47 hours on a typical playthrough (83h vs 36h for God of War Ragnarök).

If you only have time for one and prefer a tighter experience, God of War Ragnarök wraps up faster. If you want the longer ride, go with Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain.

For completionists, God of War Ragnarök clocks in at 54 hours total, while Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain sits at 160 hours.