How Many Hours to Complete Silksong?

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How long does it take to complete Silksong? That’s a common question! According to our reviewer Oscar Tyler-Kent, a standard playthrough of Silksong will take around 30 hours. If you enjoy exploring more and tackling side quests while traveling through Pharloom’s dangerous lands, your total playtime will likely be similar.

However, the details can add up, and you might end up spending much more time in the game. Let’s look at some specifics.

How long is Silksong?
Silksong is full of secret areas and hidden surprises. There’s so much tucked away that, like the original Hollow Knight, it has multiple endings to discover. If you aim for 100% completion, you’ll be exploring even after the credits roll.

Estimated Playtime:

Finishing the story usually takes about 30 hours. This assumes you explore a bit and collect key upgrades. Speed runners can finish the game much faster — the record is under one hour.
To reach 100% on a save file, expect to spend over 60 hours. The developers didn’t spend seven years creating this game just to see players rush through it. There are many corners to explore and secrets to find.
If you want to unlock every achievement or trophy, it might take you over 100 hours. That’s because there are challenges like completing the game in five hours or earning all achievements in 30 hours. Plus, Steam players can aim for the Steel Heart achievement, which involves re-playing the game without dying once to reach 100% completion.

All these estimates depend heavily on your skill level. Silksong is quite challenging, and your actual time could vary. If you get stuck on tough bosses, like the Silksong Bell Beast, or miss out on side quests, your playtime could skyrocket. Be sure to check out guides for tips on boss fights and collecting rewards like Silksong Mossberries. Whether you’re in it for a quick adventure or a long journey, enjoy every moment in this beautiful, bug-filled world.