Story
36h 18m
Length of Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire
This game has been approved.
Extras
81h 24m
Complete
214h 8m
*Updated
About Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire
Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire are role-playing video games developed by Game Freak and published by Nintendo and The Pokémon Company. Released in 2002 for the Game Boy Advance, these titles are part of the third generation of the Pokémon series. Players explore the Hoenn region, capturing and training Pokémon while battling other trainers and gym leaders. The games introduce new Pokémon species, double battles, and abilities, enhancing strategy and gameplay variety. Players aim to become the Pokémon Champion while thwarting the plans of villainous teams, Team Aqua and Team Magma, who seek to control legendary Pokémon for their own purposes. The vibrant graphics and engaging story expanded the Pokémon universe, making it a beloved entry in the franchise.
Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire is available on Emulated, Game Boy, Game Boy Advance, Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo DS and PC.
How long is Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire?
Let’s take a detailed look at the time you might spend on Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire based on how you play it, detailing also the average times depending on players’ skill levels.
Based on the information provided by 106 players, Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire it has an average duration of 36 hours and 18 minutes if you only complete the main objectives of the game,. Players who follow this playstyle and play slowly tend to complete it in an average time of 58 hours and 9 minutes. Players who follow this playstyle and play quickly tend to complete it in an average time of 25 hours and 41 minutes.
Based on the information provided by 78 players, if you also complete the extras, such as the objectives and optional missions Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire, the game lasts an average of 81 hours and 24 minutes. Players who follow this playstyle and play slowly tend to complete it in an average time of 243 hours and 4 minutes. Players who follow this playstyle and play quickly tend to complete it in an average time of 45 hours and 55 minutes.
Based on the information provided by 22 players, if you complete both the story and the optional objectives, also obtaining all achievements, collectibles, or trophies from Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire to complete it 100%, the game will last an average of 214 hours and 8 minutes. Players who follow this playstyle and play slowly tend to complete it in an average time of 391 hours and 7 minutes. Players who follow this playstyle and play quickly tend to complete it in an average time of 125 hours and 37 minutes.
| players | Average Time | Playing slowly | Playing quickly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Story | 106 | 36h 18m | 58h 9m | 25h 41m |
| Extras | 78 | 81h 24m | 243h 4m | 45h 55m |
| Complete | 22 | 214h 8m | 391h 7m | 125h 37m |
Length of Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire by platform
Below, you can see the average duration of Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire based on each playstyle for the different platforms that has a version available:
| players | Story | Extras | Complete | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emulated | 21 | 35h 47m | 10h 32m | 12h 22m |
| Game Boy | 1 | - | - | 13h 55m |
| Game Boy Advance | 172 | 36h 35m | 4h 23m | 12h 39m |
| Nintendo 3DS | 2 | 31h 12m | 46h 30m | - |
| Nintendo DS | 6 | 36h 1m | 11h 27m | 133h 57m |
| PC | 2 | 41h 21m | 5h 0m | - |
Speedruns of Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire
Check out the statistics for speedruns of Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire submitted by users:
| players | Average Time | Median | Slowest | Fastest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 7h 27m | 5h 28m | 22h 39m | 1h 59m |
Records of Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire
Below is the maximum time and minimum time Below, you can see the maximum time and minimum time that someone has spent on Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire to complete it for each platform, without considering the playstyle:
- Minimum Time: If you go as fast as possible, Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire could last 15 hours and 14 minutes.
- Maximum Time: If you play slowly, Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire could last 572 hours and 11 minutes.
Below, you can see the maximum time and minimum time that someone has spent on Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire to complete it for each platform. The purpose of this data is not to reflect players’ skill but rather to inform about the maximum and minimum times, keeping in mind that many prefer to play leisurely while others prefer the fastest way possible:
| player | Fastest | Slowest | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emulated | Mr/s. Unknown | 15h 27m | 206h 0m |
| Game Boy | Mr/s. Unknown | 87h 39m | 87h 39m |
| Game Boy Advance | Mr/s. Unknown | 15h 14m | 572h 11m |
| Nintendo 3DS | Mr/s. Unknown | 22h 19m | 46h 21m |
| Nintendo DS | Mr/s. Unknown | 19h 3m | 257h 30m |
| PC | Mr/s. Unknown | 30h 2m | 54h 51m |
