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Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain vs Borderlands 3
Which game takes longer to beat? Here's the side-by-side breakdown.
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| Metric | Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain | Borderlands 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Main Story | 46h | 31h |
| Main + Extras | 83h | 51h |
| Completionist | 160h | 135h |
| Released | 2015 | 2019 |
| Developer | Kojima Productions | Gearbox |
Verdict
Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain is the longer game by about 32 hours on a typical playthrough (83h vs 51h for Borderlands 3).
If you only have time for one and prefer a tighter experience, Borderlands 3 wraps up faster. If you want the longer ride, go with Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain.
For completionists, Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain clocks in at 160 hours total, while Borderlands 3 sits at 135 hours.