HowLongToBeat MCP Server
Universal game completion data — get gameplay hours for any video game via AI.
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What is the HowLongToBeat MCP Server?
The HowLongToBeat MCP Server gives AI agents like Claude, ChatGPT, and Cursor direct access to HowLongToBeat via 1 tools. Universal game completion data — get gameplay hours for any video game via AI. Powered by the Vinkius - no API keys, no infrastructure, connect in under 2 minutes.
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Tools for your AI Agents to operate HowLongToBeat
Ask your AI agent "How long does it take to beat the main story of The Witcher 3?" and get the answer without opening a single dashboard. With 1 tools connected to real HowLongToBeat data, your agents reason over live information, cross-reference it with other MCP servers, and deliver insights you would spend hours assembling manually.
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HowLongToBeat MCP Server capabilities
1 toolSearch for game completion times
What the HowLongToBeat MCP Server unlocks
Equip your AI agent with the ultimate gaming library intelligence via the HowLongToBeat MCP server. This integration provides instant access to the world's most trusted source for game completion times. Your agent can search for any video game and retrieve precise timing data for the 'Main Story', 'Main + Extra', and 'Completionist' runs. Whether you're planning your backlog, deciding on your next purchase, or auditing your play style, your agent acts as a dedicated gaming advisor through natural conversation.
What you can do
- Game Time Search — Find how long it takes to beat any video game.
- Playstyle Comparison — Compare durations for different completion levels (story vs. 100%).
- Release Intelligence — Retrieve world release dates and exact game titles for thousands of entries.
- Backlog Auditing — Summarize expected playtimes for entire lists of games.
How it works
1. Subscribe to this server
2. No API Key required (Public Access)
3. Start querying game times from Claude, Cursor, or any MCP-compatible client
Who is this for?
- Gamers — planning their playtime and managing their ever-growing backlogs.
- Content Creators — seeking duration data for reviews and game guides.
- Data Analysts — researching trends in game length and player engagement across different eras.
- Game Journalists — verify official versus community-reported gameplay durations.
Frequently asked questions about the HowLongToBeat MCP Server
Can I find out how long 'Elden Ring' takes to 100%?
Yes! Use the search_game_times tool with the query 'Elden Ring'. It will return the average hours for different playstyles, including the 'Completionist' run which is usually over 130 hours.
Where does the data come from?
The data is crowdsourced from thousands of gamers worldwide who submit their actual completion times to the HowLongToBeat community platform.
What is the difference between 'Main + Extra' and 'Completionist'?
'Main + Extra' includes the story plus some side content, while 'Completionist' represents finishing everything the game has to offer (100% trophies/achievements).
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