How long is The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim?

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim: main story about 25.4 hours; story with some extras about 109.1 hours; 100% completion about 201.1 hours. These are IGDB player-submitted averages from 27 submissions, not a deadline or a prediction of your pace.

Source: IGDB player submissions, 27 submissions, last updated December 2025.

How long does it take to beat The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim?

About 25 hours to beat the main story of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, and about 109 hours with some of the side content. The story figure is the average for players who went to the credits without much of the side content, so a playthrough that wanders runs longer.

How long to 100% The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim?

About 201 hours to complete The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim fully, about 7.9 times the main story.

Community playtime data is not available for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim yet. Tracked platforms include Other.

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