Story
20h 48m
Length of The Longing
This game has been approved.
Extras
27h 33m
Complete
66h 0m
*Updated
About The Longing
The Longing is a unique indie game that combines elements of exploration, puzzle-solving, and time management. Set in a vast underground realm, players take on the role of a solitary Shade, awaiting the return of their slumbering king. The game operates in real-time, with the Shade having to survive through various tasks and interactions while navigating the passage of 400 days until the king awakens. The atmosphere is deeply immersive, marked by hand-drawn visuals and a haunting soundtrack, inviting players to reflect on themes of loneliness, patience, and the passage of time. Each decision and action contributes to the Shade’s journey, making for a contemplative and engaging experience.
The Longing is available on Nintendo Switch and PC.
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How long is The Longing?
Next, let’s look at the time you might spend on The Longing based on how you play it, detailing also the average times depending on players’ skill levels.
Based on the data provided by 7 players, The Longing it has an average duration of 20 hours and 48 minutes if you only complete the main objectives of the game,. The slowest players tend to complete this playstyle in an average time of 29 hours and 12 minutes. If you play slowly, you will finish this playstyle in an average time of 14 hours and 11 minutes.
Based on the data provided by 12 players, if you also complete the extras, such as the objectives and optional missions The Longing, the average time is 27 hours and 33 minutes. The slowest players tend to complete this playstyle in an average time of 52 hours and 26 minutes. If you play slowly, you will finish this playstyle in an average time of 17 hours and 2 minutes.
Based on the data provided by 12 players, if you complete both the story and the optional objectives, also obtaining all achievements, collectibles, or trophies from The Longing to complete the game 100%, the average duration is 66 hours. The slowest players tend to complete this playstyle in an average time of 247 hours and 5 minutes. If you play slowly, you will finish this playstyle in an average time of 35 hours and 30 minutes.
| players | Average Time | Playing slowly | Playing quickly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Story | 7 | 20h 48m | 29h 12m | 14h 11m |
| Extras | 12 | 27h 33m | 52h 26m | 17h 2m |
| Complete | 12 | 66h 0m | 247h 5m | 35h 30m |
Length of The Longing by platform
Let’s proceed with the average duration of The Longing based on all playstyles for each platform where it is available:
| players | Story | Extras | Complete | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nintendo Switch | 5 | 18h 8m | 25h 15m | 58h 52m |
| PC | 25 | 7h 31m | 28h 46m | 66h 46m |
Records of The Longing
Below, you can see the maximum time and minimum time Below, you can see the maximum time and minimum time that among all players has been spent on The Longing to complete it for each platform, including all playstyles:
- Minimum Time: If you go as fast as possible, The Longing could last 7 hours and 45 minutes.
- Maximum Time: Playing as slowly as possible, The Longing could last 441 hours and 21 minutes.
Below, you can see the maximum time and minimum time that among all players has been spent on The Longing to complete it for each platform. 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nintendo Switch | Mr/s. Unknown | 9h 42m | 58h 12m |
| PC | Mr/s. Unknown | 7h 45m | 441h 21m |
