God of War Ragnarök life span, game time revealed

As the release of God of War Ragnarök approached, one of the most frequently asked questions among fans was:
“How long is the game?”
Thanks to insights from the developers and trusted sources, we now have a clearer idea of the game’s total lifespan.


🕒 How Long to Beat God of War Ragnarök?

According to a report from Insider Gaming, the estimated total playtime for God of War Ragnarök is around 40 hours.

Here’s how that time breaks down:

  • Main Story: ~20 hours

    • Includes approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes of cinematics

  • Side Content: ~20 hours

    • Includes about 1 hour of cutscenes

God of War Ragnarök, GoW, Life Span, Game Time
These figures come from insider reports and were later backed by David Jaffe, creator of the original God of War (2005), who stated in a YouTube video that players can expect up to 40 hours of gameplay in total (source).


🎮 How It Compares to God of War (2018)

For comparison, the 2018 reboot of God of War offered:

  • Around 20 hours to complete the main story

  • Up to 50 hours for 100% completion, including all side quests and collectibles

Ragnarök seems to follow a similar structure—but with more polish, deeper combat, and expanded exploration across the Nine Realms.


🔄 Note on Lifespan Variability

While these estimates offer a solid idea of what to expect, the actual time it takes to complete God of War Ragnarök may vary depending on:

  • Your playstyle (main path vs full exploration)

  • Difficulty settings

  • How thoroughly you pursue collectibles, optional bosses, and puzzles

Many players who explore every corner of the game world can likely expect 45–50+ hours of gameplay.


🧠 TL;DR – God of War Ragnarök Game Length

  • 🗡️ Main Story: ~20 hours (incl. 3.5 hours of cutscenes)

  • 📜 Side Quests & Exploration: ~20 hours (incl. 1 hour of cutscenes)

  • Total Estimated Lifespan: ~40 hours

  • 💯 Completionist Playthrough: ~50 hours+


God of War Ragnarök promises a content-rich experience with epic storytelling, deep lore, and action-packed gameplay. Whether you're here for the narrative or aiming for 100% completion, the game offers a journey worthy of the gods. (source).

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