Breath Of The Wild is an open-world action-adventure game developed and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo Switch and Wii U consoles. With stunning visuals and engaging gameplay, it has seen huge success that hasn't slowed down in the lead up to Tears Of The Kingdom, or 'Breath Of The Wild 2'.
It's natural for players to want to know how long a game takes to beat, but when it comes to Breath Of The Wild, the answer isn't so straightforward. The game is so vast and expansive that players are given a lot of freedom when it comes to playtime. Here is a general guide to how long Breath Of The Wild takes to beat.
Completing The Main Story of Breath Of The Wild
The main story in Breath Of The Wild consists of four main quests, the Divine Beasts, each of which needs to be defeated to reach the final boss, Ganon. These Divine Beasts are essentially sprawling dungeons that culminate in a boss fight with an elemental form of Ganon. After beating all four Divine Beasts, the player must gather different items to make sure they are prepared for the final battle against Ganon.
The length of the main story will depend on how much focus is put on completing the main objectives. If the player only follows the main storyline, it will take around 25–30 hours to beat. However, if the player does some of the side quests and explores the world, it can take over 50 hours to beat the game completely.
Completing the Side Quests in Breath Of The Wild
There are many side quests in Breath Of The Wild that contribute meaningfully to the game's overall experience. These range from simple fetch quests to more significant story-based adventures that involve puzzle-solving, battles, and unique rewards. The number of side quests is significant, and completing them all can considerably extend the game's playtime. For the completionist types, exploring the vast world and hunting down side quests could take over 100 hours of playtime.
Exploration in Breath Of The Wild
One of the most significant selling points of Breath Of The Wild is the vast, open world that it offers players. The game is entirely non-linear, and there is no right or wrong way to play. Each player can choose their way to experience the game, from hunting down shrines, to taking a stroll and discovering new things.
Exploration is not just a way to pass the time, but a necessary element to progress in the game. Progressing through the main story requires the player to complete puzzles that are scattered around - exploring the world is part of the game rather than a distraction.
Breath Of The Wild is available now on Nintendo Switch and Wii U.