The Top 10 Video Games That Will Keep You Entertained for Over 100 Hours

Many single-player games require significantly less time to complete the main storyline than to finish all the tasks. Some prefer to explore every corner, read every note, and enjoy local attractions, while others rush through the story to reach the end. The time spent in the game depends on the style of play (as well as add-ons and similar factors).

 It's difficult to say which game in the series will hook you more. Even among the less recent titles, there are options: Fallout 3 and New Vegas are sure to take up more than a hundred hours of your precious time.

However, Fallout 4 has the potential to immerse you deeply and for a long time, especially if you want to personally experience the different endings of the game. To do this, however, you'll have to work for it: the storyline diverges quite far from the end. In addition, there are still a huge number of side quests and mini-tasks, and the add-ons and modifications will keep you stuck in the post-apocalyptic world even longer.

It seems that 150-200 hours is a realistic amount of time for a thorough, meaningful, and strategic playthrough of Fallout 4.

 There's no denying that Mass Effect isn't what it used to be. But if you can push through the first five hours, you can get hooked and even enjoy it. In normal mode, the space opera will take about 100 hours to complete everything that's available (the main storyline plus add-ons).

According to statistics, speedrunners manage to do the same thing, but one and a half times faster, while a relaxed playthrough of ME: Andromeda will require about 200 hours.

By the way, new Mass Effect and Fallout games are already in development (Fallout 4 was released in 2015, Andromeda - in 2017). However, there's no information yet on when these sequels will be released. There's also the question of whether they will be sequels or monumental spin-offs or reboots.

 It seems that Cyberpunk 2077 had a rough start, but things have improved (or people have just gotten used to it). Even though the game received a lot of criticism, even from reputable game developers, it still has a lot of interesting characters and content to offer. If you immerse yourself in the futuristic atmosphere created by the Polish developers, you might be able to overlook the game's flaws. And, to be fair, many of those flaws have been fixed by now. While the main story might not take too much time to complete, if you aim to finish all of the side quests and wait for the release of the major expansion Phantom Liberty, which is planned for release this year, your experience of the game will change drastically.

 Final Fantasy XV and its appeal to its audience. One of its strengths is that the main story can be completed in less than 50 hours, which is relatively short for the genre. However, with the additional content, the game can take twice as long, and a complete playthrough can take a couple of hundred hours. The article notes that games like Final Fantasy XV are oriented towards their audience, who are not likely to rush through them. Additionally, the developers have not released many sequels, with the only recent one being the remake of Final Fantasy VII, which is shorter but can still take a hundred hours for a perfectionist gamer. The article also mentions that other games in the series are just as addictive.

 Grand Theft Auto V, and how it is still popular despite being released several years ago. The article mentions that lazy gamers can finish the main storyline in around 50 hours, but will still feel like they have unfinished business. However, those who choose to explore the game's world and complete all of the missions will spend over 200 hours playing.

The article suggests that there is still a good reason to play GTA V now, even though a new Grand Theft Auto game is in development and won't be released for several years.

 Stardew Valley is a popular pixelated farming simulator game that was released in 2016. Despite its seemingly simple graphics and gameplay mechanics, the game has a surprisingly deep and engaging storyline that can keep players hooked for dozens, if not hundreds of hours. Reviews of the game often praise its relaxing and meditative atmosphere, with some players even describing it as a way to escape from the stresses of daily life.

One of the main draws of Stardew Valley is its emphasis on player choice and freedom. Players can choose how to run their farm, what crops to grow, what animals to raise, and how to interact with the game's various NPCs. The game also features a range of side activities and mini-games, such as fishing, mining, and exploring nearby caves, which can help break up the monotony of daily farm chores.

Overall, Stardew Valley is a unique and refreshing addition to the gaming world, and its popularity has only continued to grow over the years. Its combination of engaging gameplay, relaxing atmosphere, and near-infinite replayability make it a great choice for anyone looking for a fun and immersive gaming experience.

 The newest member of the list, but already proving that magic is not an easy task. It's a rare case when developers managed to make the game just as they intended, and the audience accepted the finished product with open arms.

Playing Hogwarts Legacy will likely be more enjoyable for those immersed in the Harry Potter universe, but other fans of the action/RPG genre will undoubtedly find plenty of interesting features in "The Legacy."

Without putting in too much effort, the game can be completed in about 30 hours, but exploring the world, mastering the peaks of magic, and uncovering all the secrets will take about a week of pure gameplay time.

 The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is a game that even non-gamers and those who aren't fond of the genre know about. CDPR managed to effectively translate the book series into a virtual world, which is an impressive feat. Only a few other series, such as Metro, Rainbow Six, S.T.A.L.K.E.R., and some others have managed to do so successfully. The third Witcher game did not disappoint, and it continues to be played even today. The game's recipe for immersing players in a world full of adventure has been successful. The game's storyline is based on mythology, albeit with some caveats. It would take at least a hundred hours to explore the entire world of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, and if you take the task seriously, it will take over a month of computer time.

Game that turned the gaming industry on its head (not completely, of course, but RDR2 certainly became another milestone - hardly anyone would argue with that). Rockstar created a game that was both similar and dissimilar to another studio hit - GTA. However, instead of a fun mess, gamers were given the opportunity to immerse themselves in the same lawlessness, but in a measured and brutally realistic format (as far as possible), with hunting, fishing, and robberies - in other words, with things for real men. Moreover, Red Dead Redemption 2 was made beautiful and interesting not only for playing, but also for contemplation. This will likely add extra hours to the game: it will take over 60 hours for a carefree journey through the story, while full exploration of the Wild West will take at least four times longer.

 Assassin’s Creed series is an immersive gaming experience that captivates players from the very beginning. However, joining the series mid-way can be a bit challenging due to the gradual evolution of the franchise. Unlike other series like Far Cry, Assassin's Creed looks more harmonious with modern history. Ubisoft has taken this series to new heights with Valhalla - a massive game that keeps players hooked for hours on end.

Ubisoft has released a series of DLCs that have significantly increased the game's playtime. Although not all DLCs are perfect, some can be exhilarating. The developers have put their heart and soul into creating real historical objects with precision, down to the last brick.

Valhalla is a game that can take over 300 hours to complete fully, with the main storyline alone taking up to 100 hours if you take your time. The sheer size of this game and the attention to detail make it a masterpiece that any gamer must experience.

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