How Long to Beat OOT Remake

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TheGamer estimates 22–25 hours for a first-time main-story playthrough and 18–20 hours for returning players. Space4Games gives 18–22 hours for a focused story run and 25–35+ hours for a thorough first playthrough. These are guide estimates for different playstyles, not a single measured community median.

For full completion, TheGamer suggests around 30 hours. Space4Games gives 27–30 hours for players with prior knowledge. Exploration, puzzle familiarity and the amount of help used explain part of the spread; the table keeps each estimate attached to its source.

Reported Switch 2 remake playtimes, checked 12 Nov 2026
PlaystyleReported hoursSource status
First-time story22–251 source · TheGamer
Returning player story18–201 source · TheGamer
Focused story18–221 source · Space4Games
Thorough first run25–35+1 source · Space4Games
Full completionAround 301 source · TheGamer
Full completion with prior knowledge27–301 source · Space4Games
Link rides Epona across Hyrule Field with Death Mountain in the distance
Nintendo store screenshot, checked 12 Nov 2026.
Link faces King Dodongo with its mouth open in a fiery cavern
Nintendo store screenshot, checked 12 Nov 2026.

Questions

How long is the main story?

Published estimates vary: TheGamer gives 22–25 hours for new players and 18–20 for returning players; Space4Games gives 18–22 for a focused story run.

How long does 100 percent take?

TheGamer suggests about 30 hours. Space4Games gives 27–30 hours for players who already know the game.

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