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Outer Wilds vs Subnautica

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

VS
MetricOuter WildsSubnautica
Main Story15h29h
Main + Extras21h42h
Completionist29h67h
Released20192018
DeveloperMobius DigitalUnknown Worlds

Verdict

Subnautica is the longer game by about 21 hours on a typical playthrough (42h vs 21h for Outer Wilds).

If you only have time for one and prefer a tighter experience, Outer Wilds wraps up faster. If you want the longer ride, go with Subnautica.

For completionists, Outer Wilds clocks in at 29 hours total, while Subnautica sits at 67 hours.