A standard softball game typically lasts about two hours. The game is divided into innings, usually seven innings for regulation play, where each inning has two halves—each team bats once per inning until three outs are recorded

. The actual duration can vary depending on several factors:

• Level of play: Youth games may have fewer innings (3 to 6), while high school and college games usually have seven innings, and professional games can have seven to nine innings

• Pace of play: Fast-pitch softball games tend to be quicker than slow-pitch games due to pitching speed

• Scoring and game flow: High-scoring or closely contested games may last longer, especially if extra innings are needed to break a tie

• Time limits: Some leagues or tournaments impose time limits (e.g., 50-75 minutes for adult recreational leagues) which can shorten games regardless of innings played

In summary, while most softball games last about 1 to 2 hours, the exact length depends on innings played, level of competition, and specific league or tournament rules