After years of anticipation, Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes has finally been released, prompting excitement among JRPG fans worldwide as they delve into its expansive setting. However, as is typical with role-playing games, Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes poses a classic question: How long does it take to complete? By finishing all main missions and clearing side quests, you will rack up significant play time. Here's how long it takes to beat Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes across all modes.

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How Long to Beat Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes

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Completing the campaign of Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes typically requires 40–45 hours, encompassing all main missions and unlocking every region. However, for a thorough exploration of the game's world, completionists should allocate at least 55–60 hours. On average, the fastest players can achieve 100% completion in about 50 hours. Hundred Heroes features a multitude of main and side quests.

However, much of the world map is segmented by loading screens, contributing to extended playtime without enhancing gameplay value. Additionally, there are random encounters not indicated on the map that impede player exploration. While it's impossible to skip numerous loading screens, fleeing random encounters could assist in saving time.

Is Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes Longer Than Rising?

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As a prologue to Hundred Heroes, Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising offers much shorter content. Completing this side-scrolling JRPG requires a maximum of 20 hours, whereas Hundred Heroes offers at least 40 hours of new content. In terms of playtime, Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes resembles Suikoden 5, which boasted 40–50 hours of content.

Tips for Beating Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes Faster

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Current speedrun records for 505 Games’ Hundred Heroes stand at approximately three and a half hours. Although reaching this feat is challenging, players can expedite their progress toward endgame content by implementing the following tips.

  • Skip cutscenes by holding the B button (Xbox) or Circle button (PlayStation). Hundred Heroes, being a lengthy JRPG, includes numerous cutscenes and detailed dialogue. Although these scenes contribute to the story and lore, speedrunners can bypass them by holding down the specified button.
  • Flee unnecessary battles. Not all random encounters demand attention. Players are advised to flee battles when facing weaker enemies or while exploring.
  • Utilize Auto-Battle settings. Auto mode enables the skipping of unwanted encounters. To optimize this function, configure the party's default actions in the combat settings menu to ensure victory is achieved on autopilot.
  • Obtain Nowa's Dash Boot and Rune. These items enhance the main character's running speed, thereby aiding in faster game completion.
  • Prioritize unlocking fast travel. Recruit Carrie to expedite travel between various biomes.
Eiyuden Chronicle Hundred Heroes
Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes

Released
April 23, 2024
Developer(s)
Rabbit and Bear Studios
Genre(s)
RPG