Story
17h 24m
Length of Outer Wilds
This game has been approved.
Extras
23h 36m
Complete
29h 38m
*Updated
About Outer Wilds
Outer Wilds is an exploration-based adventure game set in a mysterious, ever-evolving solar system filled with ancient relics and secrets. Players take on the role of a space explorer in a small, quirky alien civilization who is tasked with uncovering the mysteries surrounding their world. As the player journeys through various planets and moons, they experience a time loop that resets every 22 minutes, forcing them to strategize and solve puzzles to unravel the story of an enigmatic race and the cosmic phenomena threatening their existence. The game is known for its rich lore, stunning visuals, and the freedom it offers players to explore at their own pace.
Outer Wilds can be played on the platforms PC, PC VR, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S and Nintendo Switch.
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Additional Content of Outer Wilds
Outer Wilds has 1 DLC/Expansions:
| Expansion/DLC | Story | Extras | Complete |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Wilds: Echoes of the Eye | 10h 48m | 14h 17m | 15h 35m |
How long is Outer Wilds?
Let’s examine in detail the time you might spend on Outer Wilds depending on how you play it, also considering the average times based on players’ abilities.
According to the information provided by 286 players, Outer Wilds it has an average duration of 17 hours and 24 minutes if you only complete the main objectives of the game,. If you play quickly, you will finish this playstyle in an average time of 23 hours and 4 minutes. If you play slowly, you will finish this playstyle in an average time of 12 hours and 15 minutes.
According to the information provided by 501 players, if you also complete the extras, such as the objectives and optional missions Outer Wilds, the average time is 23 hours and 36 minutes. If you play quickly, you will finish this playstyle in an average time of 41 hours. If you play slowly, you will finish this playstyle in an average time of 15 hours and 48 minutes.
According to the information provided by 223 players, if you complete both the story and the optional objectives, also obtaining all achievements, collectibles, or trophies from Outer Wilds to complete the game 100%, the average duration is 29 hours and 38 minutes. If you play quickly, you will finish this playstyle in an average time of 52 hours and 45 minutes. If you play slowly, you will finish this playstyle in an average time of 21 hours and 2 minutes.
| players | Average Time | Playing slowly | Playing quickly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Story | 286 | 17h 24m | 23h 4m | 12h 15m |
| Extras | 501 | 23h 36m | 41h 0m | 15h 48m |
| Complete | 223 | 29h 38m | 52h 45m | 21h 2m |
Length of Outer Wilds by platform
Below, you can see the average duration of Outer Wilds based on all playstyles for each platform where it is available:
| players | Story | Extras | Complete | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PC | 804 | 17h 38m | 23h 49m | 12h 6m |
| PC VR | 1 | - | 14h 34m | - |
| PlayStation 4 | 66 | 16h 27m | 24h 20m | 17h 55m |
| PlayStation 5 | 64 | 3h 1m | 22h 24m | 11h 50m |
| Xbox One | 39 | 7h 31m | 25h 9m | 11h 54m |
| Xbox Series X/S | 35 | 3h 30m | 26h 33m | 37h 0m |
| Nintendo Switch | 4 | 23h 38m | 4h 43m | 30h 16m |
Speedruns of Outer Wilds
Check out the statistics for speedruns of Outer Wilds submitted by users:
| players | Average Time | Median | Slowest | Fastest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 0h 18m | 0h 20m | 0h 22m | 0h 12m |
Records of Outer Wilds
Let’s now look at the maximum time and minimum time Below, you can see the maximum time and minimum time that someone has spent on Outer Wilds to complete it depending on the platform on which it exists, regardless of the playstyle:
- Minimum Time: If you go as fast as possible, Outer Wilds could last 7 hours and 12 minutes.
- Maximum Time: If you go slowly, taking your time, Outer Wilds could last 77 hours and 19 minutes.
Below, you can see the maximum time and minimum time that someone has spent on Outer Wilds to complete it depending on the platform on which it exists. This does not necessarily reflect the players’ skill levels but rather the number of hours that can be dedicated to the game:
| player | Fastest | Slowest | |
|---|---|---|---|
| PC | Mr/s. Unknown | 7h 12m | 77h 19m |
| PC VR | Mr/s. Unknown | 14h 25m | 14h 25m |
| PlayStation 4 | Mr/s. Unknown | 10h 18m | 56h 39m |
| PlayStation 5 | Mr/s. Unknown | 7h 12m | 51h 30m |
| Xbox One | Mr/s. Unknown | 8h 55m | 71h 48m |
| Xbox Series X/S | Mr/s. Unknown | 10h 18m | 55h 3m |
| Nintendo Switch | Mr/s. Unknown | 21h 37m | 36h 40m |
