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Hollow Knight 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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MetricHollow KnightMetal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain
Main Story27h46h
Main + Extras40h83h
Completionist63h160h
Released20172015
DeveloperTeam CherryKojima Productions

Verdict

Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain is the longer game by about 43 hours on a typical playthrough (83h vs 40h for Hollow Knight).

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

For completionists, Hollow Knight clocks in at 63 hours total, while Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain sits at 160 hours.