Los Santos is vast, chaotic, and packed with distractions-but how long does it actually take to see Grand Theft Auto V through to the end? From blistering heists to leisurely side missions, here’s what to expect before the credits roll.
- As a fully-fledged sandbox, Grand Theft Auto 5 offers a very large and open world. GTA 5 is almost impossible to finish in a shorter amount of time, especially that you can free roam, which means traveling across Los Santos without completing storyline or side missions. The main storyline takes up about 30 hours.
- Nevertheless, the story is not all there is, as you can engage in side missions. If we decide to complete all tasks in game, the game will last you about 50 hours.
- Hardcore players can even add additional hours to their playtime, as you can engage in unlocking trophies or visiting various landmarks. In that case, the game will last 80 hours, or more.
- And that’s only the single player mode. GTA 5 also offers multiplayer mode GTA Online which can bring a lot of fun, taking additional hours. It is difficult to say how many hours does the multiplayer mode last, but it 180 – 200 hours is a good estimate.
Time to finish only main story missions
GTA 5’s main story missions take about 30-32 hours on average to complete. This covers the 69 core missions focused solely on the primary campaign with protagonists Michael, Franklin, and Trevor, skipping side activities. Rushing through without distractions shortens it to 22-25 hours.
Speedrun Time
Dedicated speedrunners finish the main storyline in under 25 hours by optimizing routes and minimizing exploration. Guides emphasize direct mission progression, avoiding open-world detours.
Average Playthrough
Casual players sticking only to main missions average 30-35 hours due to occasional deaths or replays. The 69 missions span heists, chases, and narrative beats without Strangers & Freaks or collectibles.
Estimated hours to beat only Cyberpunk 2077 main story
Cyberpunk 2077’s main story takes about 20-25 hours to beat on average. This covers only the core quests from prologue to ending, skipping side jobs, gigs, and open-world exploration in Night City. Times vary by difficulty, skill checks, and player deaths.
Main Story Details
Rushing the primary campaign without distractions averages 20 hours on easy settings. Reviews note IGN completed it in around 20-24.5 hours, with multiple endings accessible via key choices. Phantom Liberty DLC adds extra main quests but extends base story minimally if skipped.
Speedrun vs Average
Speedrunners hit under 17-20 hours using optimal paths. Casual mainline playthroughs reach 25-30 hours due to cutscene viewing and minor detours.
