3 Games That Took People Years to Beat

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If you’re looking for a game you can really get lost in for years, live-service games and MMORPGs are a great choice – I’ve spent countless hours on games like Pokemon Go and Genshin Impact myself! However, even a well-made single-player game can demand a lot of your time, especially RPGs. These games often offer huge worlds and challenging boss fights, meaning it can take much longer than you anticipate to finish them.

I really appreciate games that offer a lot of playtime, whether they’re relaxing and open-ended or challenging RPGs that require dedication. This is especially important now, with games and everyday expenses becoming more expensive. If you’re searching for a game you can enjoy for years, here are three great options – and one of them is even free!

3) Final Fantasy 10

Let me start by saying this game is on my list of titles I put down for a long time out of frustration. Final Fantasy games are famous for being long and challenging, often requiring specific tactics to succeed. And Final Fantasy 10 is no exception – with difficult temple puzzles and bosses like Yunalesca, it’s a game that could take you years to finish.

Without a guide, Final Fantasy 10 can be surprisingly challenging. Some battles, especially against Yunalesca, require specific items or party setups to win, which can lead to frustrating roadblocks. Even after overcoming these hurdles, you’ll face even tougher bosses. While your total playtime will depend on how much you struggle, these difficulties ultimately place Final Fantasy 10 at the bottom of our list.

2) The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

I used to think any Legend of Zelda game could take a long time to finish, especially if you really explored everything. But Breath of the Wild is a standout – players often spend hundreds of hours in its world! Completing everything, finding all the secrets, and tackling all the challenges can easily take years. It’s not just about difficult tasks like Shrines and puzzles; the game is so vast and inviting that you just want to keep exploring.

While some fans point to the original Legend of Zelda as having open-world elements, Breath of the Wild is widely considered the first true open-world game in the series. Its beautiful visuals and relaxing features like crafting and cooking really draw players in. Though the main story doesn’t take long to finish, dedicated players can spend years exploring every corner of the world, finding all the collectibles, and completing every side quest – and many have!

1) Elden Ring

Games similar to Dark Souls are known for being challenging and require a significant time commitment. Elden Ring, in particular, is considered by many to be an exceptionally long and demanding experience. The game’s main story alone can easily take over 100 hours to finish, and its difficulty often adds even more time to the overall completion.

Elden Ring is a vast, open-world game, meaning there’s no single, straightforward way to complete it. It’s easy to get sidetracked exploring everything the game offers – especially if you enjoy getting lost in dungeons and caves! On top of that, the combat is very challenging, particularly when facing the powerful bosses. You might find yourself stuck on a boss for a long time, either needing to find the right strategy or spend hours leveling up your character. Because of all this, and simply because it’s a game many people love, players often spend years trying to fully conquer Elden Ring.

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2026-06-07 22:11