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How long is The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim?

The Nordic open-world RPG that launched a thousand mods.

Action RPGOpen WorldFantasy

Completion Times

Main Story
34hours
Critical path only — beeline to the credits.
Main + Extras
109hours
Most players' typical playthrough with side content.
Completionist
237hours
100% — every collectible, side quest, and trophy.

Game Info

Developer
Bethesda
Publisher
Bethesda
Released
2011
Genres
Action RPG, Open World, Fantasy
Platforms
PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Switch

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About The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

The Nordic open-world RPG that launched a thousand mods. Released in 2011 by Bethesda, the game has become a notable entry in the action rpg genre.

Most players finish the main story of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim in around 34 hours, while a typical playthrough including side content runs about 109 hours. Completionists chasing every collectible and side quest can expect to spend closer to 237 hours with the game.

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is available on PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Switch.