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The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom vs The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
Which game takes longer to beat? Here's the side-by-side breakdown.
VS
| Metric | The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom | The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim |
|---|---|---|
| Main Story | 61h | 34h |
| Main + Extras | 124h | 109h |
| Completionist | 227h | 237h |
| Released | 2023 | 2011 |
| Developer | Nintendo | Bethesda |
Verdict
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is the longer game by about 15 hours on a typical playthrough (124h vs 109h for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim).
If you only have time for one and prefer a tighter experience, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim wraps up faster. If you want the longer ride, go with The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
For completionists, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom clocks in at 227 hours total, while The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim sits at 237 hours.