Got Time? These 10 Recent Games Will Keep You Busy for 100+ Hours

From RPG Epics to Open-World Behemoths – 10 Games That Demand 100+ Hours

Ever booted up a game thinking, I’ll just play for an hour—only to look up and realize the sun’s rising? Yeah, we’ve all been there. Some games don’t just hook you; they consume you. Whether it's a massive RPG with endless side quests, a factory sim where "one more upgrade" turns into an all-nighter, or a rogue-like that keeps you chasing perfection, these time-devouring monsters demand 100+ hours to fully complete. If you’re the type who loves exploring every inch of a world, maxing out stats, and unlocking every secret, this list is your next obsession. Buckle up—because these 10 recent games will keep you grinding long after the credits roll

10. Expeditions: A MudRunner Game

🕒 Time to 100%: ~100 hours
🖥️ Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S

If you think driving through mud sounds simple, think again. Expeditions: A MudRunner Game is a physics-based off-road driving sim where every patch of terrain is a puzzle. This game forces you to carefully plan routes, manage resources, and navigate treacherous landscapes—all at a slow, methodical pace.

🔹 Why it takes 100+ hours: The huge maps, tons of missions, and realistic driving mechanics mean that even small tasks take serious time. Plus, the post-launch DLC maps keep expanding the challenge. If you love logistics-heavy, slow-paced adventures, this one’s for you.

9. Metaphor: ReFantazio

🕒 Time to 100%: ~104 hours
🖥️ Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S

From the creators of Persona, Metaphor: ReFantazio is an RPG overflowing with intricate storylines, deep combat mechanics, and a massive world to explore. While Persona games are known for their long runtime, Metaphor somehow pushes that even further.

🔹 Why it takes 100+ hours: The main story alone is ~80 hours, but completing every quest, unlocking every secret, and mastering every mechanic pushes that well beyond 100 hours.

8. Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth

🕒 Time to 100%: ~115 hours
🖥️ Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S

Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth (formerly Yakuza) takes open-world RPGs to another level. It features a huge storyline, absurd mini-games, and two giant side activities—Sujimon battles (think Pokémon but ridiculous) and Dondoko Island (Animal Crossing with street fights).

🔹 Why it takes 100+ hours: The story alone takes 80+ hours, but maxing out every skill, finishing every side quest, and grinding Sujimon battles adds another 30+ hours.

7. The First Descendant

🕒 Time to 100%: ~130 hours
🖥️ Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S

A free-to-play looter shooter, The First Descendant is basically Warframe with anime aesthetics. It offers grindy progression, intense co-op battles, and a never-ending loot hunt.

🔹 Why it takes 100+ hours: Grinding for rare items and unlocking every possible upgrade is a serious time commitment. The game is designed to keep players engaged indefinitely, so even 100+ hours doesn’t mean you’ve seen everything.

6. Fantasian: Neo Dimension

🕒 Time to 100%: ~142 hours
🖥️ Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S

From the creator of Final Fantasy, Fantasian combines handmade diorama backgrounds with classic JRPG combat. It’s gorgeous, nostalgic, and absolutely massive.

🔹 Why it takes 100+ hours: The story itself takes ~65 hours, but fully completing every quest, mastering combat, and exploring hidden areas nearly doubles the playtime.

5. S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl

🕒 Time to 100%: ~144 hours
🖥️ Platforms: PC, Xbox Series X/S

A massive post-apocalyptic survival FPS, S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 throws players into a deadly open world filled with radiation, mutants, and dangerous factions.

🔹 Why it takes 100+ hours: The game’s huge open-world, survival mechanics, and brutal difficulty make progress slow but rewarding. If you’re exploring every inch of the map, expect 144+ hours of gameplay.

4. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth

🕒 Time to 100%: ~168 hours
🖥️ Platforms: PS5

The second entry in the FF7 Remake trilogy, Rebirth expands the world dramatically, turning a once-linear experience into an open-world RPG packed with content.

🔹 Why it takes 100+ hours: Side quests, mini-games, Golden Saucer tournaments, a deep card game, and multiple battle modes add hundreds of hours of content beyond the main story.

3. Balatro

🕒 Time to 100%: ~202 hours
🖥️ Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch

A rogue-like deck builder, Balatro is easy to pick up but ridiculously deep. The game constantly changes with each playthrough, leading to endless strategy-building.

🔹 Why it takes 100+ hours: Unlocking every Joker card, completing every achievement, and mastering all strategies takes well over 200 hours for dedicated players.

2. Satisfactory

🕒 Time to 100%: ~212 hours
🖥️ Platforms: PC

A factory-building sim on an alien planet, Satisfactory challenges players to optimize and automate production chains while exploring a massive, hand-crafted world.

🔹 Why it takes 100+ hours: Setting up the perfect automated system, unlocking every upgrade, and fully optimizing factories is a never-ending (but oddly satisfying) challenge.

1. UFO 50

🕒 Time to 100%: ~321 hours
🖥️ Platforms: PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch

This isn’t just one game—it’s 50 games in one, all built in the style of classic 8-bit arcade games. Some are quick and simple, while others are full-fledged RPGs or Metroidvanias.

🔹 Why it takes 100+ hours: Each game has its own challenges, secrets, and unlockables. Completing all 50 games, including the hidden meta-game elements, takes an insane amount of time—over 300 hours on average!

If you're looking for a long-term gaming commitment, these 10 recent titles will keep you busy for 100+ hours each. Whether it’s deep RPG mechanics, intricate open-worlds, or highly replayable gameplay, these massive games demand your time and dedication.

Stay tuned for more epic gaming breakdowns at Woke Waves Magazine! 🎮🔥

#LongGames #CompletionistChallenge #RPGGrind #MassiveGames #GamingAddiction