How Long to Beat Echoes of Aincrad
Find out how long it takes to beat SAO: Echoes of Aincrad! Our guide includes estimates for the main story and full completion.
Estimated Completion Time
| Goal | Estimate Time |
|---|---|
| Complete the Main Story | 20 hours |
| Finish all Main and Side Quests | 30 hours |
| Unlock every Trophy | 50+ hours |
Reaching the Ending
It takes about 20 hours to reach the end of Echoes of Aincrad. However, this can vary depending on how much you explore the map and how many side quests you complete along the way.
Completing All Quests
Finishing every Main and Side Quest takes around 30 hours. Since the final quest is locked behind Level 200, this estimate includes time spent leveling up and upgrading your equipment.
Unlocking All Trophies / Achievements
Getting every trophy takes roughly 50 hours. This means completing all quests, exploring every map, post-ending content, and finding all collectibles.
How to Check Your Play Time
Your Play Time Appears on Your Save File
To check your play time, return to the title screen and open the Select Save Data Screen.
Related Guides
Helpful Guides
| Helpful Guides | |
|---|---|
| Recommended Weapons | How to Farm Col |
| Death Game Mode | Best Stat Allocation |
| Trophy List | Game Length and Completion Time |
| All Blueprint Locations | Post-Game Content Guide |
Beginner Guides
| Guides to Get You Started | |
|---|---|
| Beginner Tips & Tricks | Demo Guide |
| Game Overview | All Difficulty Levels |
| Character Creation | Can You Change Your Name? |
| How to Log Out | How to Transfer Demo Save |
Guides by Category
| Guides By Category | |
|---|---|
 Main Quests |  Side Quests |
 Weapons |  Armors |
 Bosses |  Characters |
