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The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt vs The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

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

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MetricThe Witcher 3: Wild HuntThe Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
Main Story52h34h
Main + Extras105h109h
Completionist175h237h
Released20152011
DeveloperCD Projekt RedBethesda

Verdict

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is the longer game by about 4 hours on a typical playthrough (109h vs 105h for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt).

If you only have time for one and prefer a tighter experience, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt wraps up faster. If you want the longer ride, go with The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim.

For completionists, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt clocks in at 175 hours total, while The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim sits at 237 hours.