Story
26h 50m
Length of Pokémon Sword and Shield
This game has been approved.
Extras
49h 57m
Complete
121h 25m
*Updated
About Pokémon Sword and Shield
Become a Pokemon Trainer and embark on a new journey in the new Galar region! Choose from one of three new partner Pokemon: Grookey, Scorbunny, or Sobble. In this all new adventure, you'll encounter new and familiar Pokemon as you catch, battle, and trade Pokemon while exploring new areas and uncovering an all-new story. Get ready for the next Poke mon adventure in the Pokemon Sword and Pokemon Shield games.
Additional Content of Pokémon Sword and Shield
Pokémon Sword and Shield has 2 DLC/Expansions:
| Expansion/DLC | Story | Extras | Complete |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pokémon Sword and Shield - The Isle of Armor | 5h 39m | 10h 46m | 18h 27m |
| Pokémon Sword and Shield - The Crown Tundra | 6h 4m | 13h 41m | 29h 10m |
How long is Pokémon Sword and Shield?
The times below represent the possible times you could dedicate to Pokémon Sword and Shield based on how you play it. We’ll also look at the average times according to player’s abilities.
Based on the data provided by 954 players, Pokémon Sword and Shield has an average duration of 26 hours and 50 minutes if you limit yourself to completing the main objectives of the game,. If you play quickly, you will finish this playstyle in an average time of 43 hours and 9 minutes. Players who follow this playstyle and play quickly have completed it in an average time of 17 hours and 9 minutes.
Based on the data provided by 850 players, if you also complete the extras, among which the side missions or optional objectives from Pokémon Sword and Shield, the game lasts an average of 49 hours and 57 minutes. If you play quickly, you will finish this playstyle in an average time of 228 hours and 35 minutes. Players who follow this playstyle and play quickly have completed it in an average time of 27 hours and 59 minutes.
Based on the data provided by 320 players, if you complete the story along with the optional objectives and also achieve all achievements, collectibles, or trophies from Pokémon Sword and Shield to complete the game 100%, the average duration is 121 hours and 25 minutes. If you play quickly, you will finish this playstyle in an average time of 482 hours and 7 minutes. Players who follow this playstyle and play quickly have completed it in an average time of 73 hours and 41 minutes.
| players | Average Time | Playing slowly | Playing quickly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Story | 954 | 26h 50m | 43h 9m | 17h 9m |
| Extras | 850 | 49h 57m | 228h 35m | 27h 59m |
| Complete | 320 | 121h 25m | 482h 7m | 73h 41m |
Length of Pokémon Sword and Shield by platform
Below, you can see the average duration of Pokémon Sword and Shield depending on the different playstyles for each platform that has a version available:
| players | Story | Extras | Complete | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emulated | 16 | 24h 1m | 36h 28m | 102h 34m |
| Nintendo Switch | 2104 | 26h 54m | 50h 26m | 122h 14m |
Speedruns of Pokémon Sword and Shield
Below, you can see the statistics for speedruns of Pokémon Sword and Shield submitted by users:
| players | Average Time | Median | Slowest | Fastest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 8h 18m | 8h 10m | 9h 52m | 6h 37m |
Records of Pokémon Sword and Shield
Below, you can see the maximum time and minimum time Below, you can see the maximum time and minimum time that someone has spent on Pokémon Sword and Shield to finish it based on the platforms available, regardless of the playstyle:
- Minimum Time: Playing quickly, Pokémon Sword and Shield could last 8 hours and 9 minutes.
- Maximum Time: If you go slowly, taking your time, Pokémon Sword and Shield could last 852 hours and 33 minutes.
Below, you can see the maximum time and minimum time that someone has spent on Pokémon Sword and Shield to finish it based on the platforms available. 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 | 14h 16m | 102h 0m |
| Nintendo Switch | Mr/s. Unknown | 8h 9m | 852h 33m |
Gameplays of Pokémon Sword and Shield
Here you can find players' gameplays along with the time they took to complete Pokémon Sword and Shield. Remember, you can add your times and share your YouTube gameplays.
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Lucas23 has completed Pokémon Sword and Shield on Nintendo Switch
2025/05/25 14:05:51Lucas23 has completed Pokémon Sword and Shield on Nintendo Switch Completed in a time of 33 hours, in its story mode, completing the main objectives. -
A user has completed Pokémon Sword and Shield on Nintendo Switch
2025/06/18 03:06:20DuracionDe has completed Pokémon Sword and Shield on Nintendo Switch Completed in a time of 19 hours and 39 minutes, in its story mode, completing the main objectives. -
A user has completed Pokémon Sword and Shield on Nintendo Switch
2022/12/11 14:12:51DuracionDe has completed Pokémon Sword and Shield on Nintendo Switch Completed in a time of 20 hours, in its story mode, completing the main objectives. -
A user has completed Pokémon Sword and Shield on Nintendo Switch
2022/10/17 12:10:16DuracionDe has completed Pokémon Sword and Shield on Nintendo Switch Completed in a time of 70 hours, in its story mode, completing the main objectives.
