The time it takes to beat The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion varies widely depending on your playstyle and goals:
- Main Story Only: Completing just the main quest typically takes about 15 to 27.5 hours in the original game, and about 16 to 25 hours in Oblivion Remastered
- Main Story + Some Side Quests: If you include side quests and exploration, expect around 30 to 80 hours of gameplay, especially with the expansions like Knights of the Nine and Shivering Isles included in the Remastered version
- Completionist Run: For players aiming to do everything-complete all quests, explore every area, max out skills, and collect all items-a full completion can take anywhere from 80 to over 200 hours depending on pace and thoroughness
- Speedruns: Some speedrunners can finish the main story in as little as 11 to 15 hours, but this involves rushing through content and skipping exploration
In summary, a typical playthrough focusing on the main story takes about 15–27 hours, while a full, immersive experience with side quests and expansions can extend to 80+ hours or more. Completionists may spend well over 100 hours in Cyrodiil