Longest Open-World Games On PS5, Ranked

As a gamer, I’ve noticed open-world games are getting seriously huge these days. They’re packing in so much stuff to do – tons of stories, hidden secrets, and just endless activities. And playing them on the PlayStation 5? It’s a whole other level. The PS5’s power really makes you feel like you’re *in* these massive worlds, and honestly, some of these games can keep me hooked for hundreds of hours!

If you love getting lost in rich, detailed game worlds, the PlayStation 5 has some incredibly immersive and lengthy adventures. These games, ranging from huge role-playing experiences to story-focused journeys, can keep you entertained for dozens, even hundreds, of hours. They’ve also set a new standard for how open-world games are created.

Baldur’s Gate 3

Redefining Turn-based Action

Main Quest 72 Hours
Main + Sides 114 Hours
Completionist 174 Hours

As a huge RPG fan, I can honestly say Baldur’s Gate 3 is right up there with the best of all time – maybe even *the* best. It takes the turn-based combat I love and combines it with absolutely stunning graphics and characters that feel incredibly real. It just feels like the ultimate role-playing game experience.

The game is quite lengthy, with a typical first playthrough easily taking over 50 hours to complete. However, there’s a wealth of optional content and branching storylines based on player decisions. Many players continue discovering new areas and characters even after multiple playthroughs, sometimes not until their third, fourth, or fifth time through the game.

Metaphor: ReFantazio

Forging Bonds Between Entire Kingdoms

Main Quest 65½ Hours
Main + Sides 87 Hours
Completionist 107 Hours

ReFantazio is a large-scale Japanese role-playing game (JRPG) where the amount of time you spend playing depends on how much of the world you explore. Even if you focus on just the main story, it’s still a lengthy adventure with plenty of areas to discover and rich background details to uncover.

The game is packed with side quests and hidden details, which can make finishing it a lengthy process, particularly for players aiming to unlock everything. However, whether you’re a dedicated completionist or just enjoy exploring, it’s an incredibly immersive and engaging experience.

Assassin’s Creed Valhalla

Take On The Role Of A True Viking

Main Quest 61 Hours
Main + Sides 99 Hours
Completionist 149 Hours

Assassin’s Creed Valhalla is the latest installment in the popular Assassin’s Creed series. It takes players to the world of the Vikings in 800 AD, offering a vast open world to explore. You can build and customize your own settlement and forge relationships with the people you meet along the way.

The game will likely take around 60 hours to complete if you stick to the main story. However, the world is packed with extra items and side quests, so completionists can easily spend 120 to 180 hours exploring everything it has to offer.

Elden Ring

A Truly Remarkable Journey

Main Quest 60 Hours
Main + Sides 101 Hours
Completionist 135 Hours

Elden Ring takes the challenging gameplay known from the Souls series and places it in a vast, open world. Players start with limited access to the map, but it quickly expands into a massive continent filled with deep caves and towering mountains that reach for the sky.

Players can easily lose themselves in this game for over 60 hours simply by following the story and exploring. And for those who want to delve even deeper, the game offers endless possibilities – with vast areas remaining hidden and new paths appearing even after 100+ hours of gameplay.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2

Perfectly Emulating Medieval Life

Main Quest 53 Hours
Main + Sides 95½ Hours
Completionist 136 Hours

Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is a remarkably detailed open-world adventure that truly captures what life was like in medieval times. You can experience everything from intense knightly combat to everyday tasks like sharpening swords, making you feel fully immersed in the period.

The game features a story that changes based on your choices, sending you on adventures throughout the world. Quests can be quite lengthy, often taking several hours to finish. There’s plenty to enjoy, and a lot of content to keep players engaged for a long time.

Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth

The Iconic Revival Continues

Main Quest 48 Hours
Main + Sides 91½ Hours
Completionist 166 Hours

Final Fantasy VII Rebirth builds on the remake series, offering a vastly expanded experience. It features a much larger open world with greater freedom to explore, and a ton of content, including a compelling main story and many side quests. Players will journey through diverse and expansive regions filled with things to discover, from collectibles and monsters to interesting characters. There’s always something to do and see, keeping the gameplay consistently engaging.

Even players who primarily enjoy the story will find it takes a significant amount of time to complete. Beyond the main storyline, there’s also plenty of extra content and challenges for those who want to spend even more time with this beloved group of characters.

The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim

The King Of Open-World RPGs

Main Quest 34½ Hours
Main + Sides 110 Hours
Completionist 238 Hours

For over ten years, *Skyrim* has been a beloved RPG, and its recent release on the PS5 makes it one of the longest games available on the console. The vast world feels endless, with new discoveries waiting around every corner, even after extensive exploration.

The core story isn’t particularly lengthy compared to other games, but there’s a huge amount of extra content that significantly increases the overall playtime. Players often find themselves spending hundreds of hours enjoying the game world, with plenty to keep them engaged.

Cyberpunk 2077

Gorgeous And Intense At The Same Time

Main Quest 26 Hours
Main + Sides 63 Hours
Completionist 107 Hours

Everyone expected Cyberpunk 2077 to be a huge success. The creators behind the popular Witcher series combined their role-playing game expertise with a futuristic setting, which seemed like a perfect combination. Although it had a difficult start, the game now offers a vast and incredibly detailed world that keeps players engaged for many hours.

Players can finish the main story in a reasonable amount of time, but the true appeal of Night City lies in its many side activities. You can spend hours helping people you meet, finding secret collectibles, or simply exploring the vibrant city.

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2025-09-21 19:06