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HowLongToBeat MCP for AI. Get Accurate Game Playtime Estimates Instantly

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Connect to your AI in seconds.

HowLongToBeat delivers universal game completion data. Use this MCP to ask your AI agent for precise gameplay hours on any video game.

It calculates times for the main story, includes side quests, and estimates full 'completionist' runs. Stop guessing how long a backlog will take—get accurate timing metrics instantly.

What your AI can do

Search game times

Searches for and retrieves estimated completion times for any given video game.

Estimate core story length

Retrieve the estimated hours needed to finish a game’s primary narrative.

Compare playstyle difficulty

Get timing comparisons between different levels of completion, like story mode versus collecting every item.

Audit entire backlogs

Summarize expected playtime for a list of multiple video games in one request.

Verify release details

Retrieve the world’s official or community-reported release dates and full game titles.

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HowLongToBeat: 1 Tool Available

This tool lets you search and retrieve structured data on estimated gameplay hours for thousands of titles.

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Search Game Times

Searches for and retrieves estimated completion times for any given video game.

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Open Claude Settings

Go to claude.ai, click your profile icon, then navigate to Customize → Connectors.

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Add Custom Connector

Click the "+" button and select Add custom connector. Paste your Vinkius endpoint URL:

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Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. For OAuth-protected servers, expand Advanced settings to add credentials.

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Start a conversation

Open a new chat. The HowLongToBeat integration is available immediately — no restart needed.

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Works with Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor, and more

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Dealing with Backlogs and Comparison Guides

Right now, figuring out how long a game takes requires juggling multiple tabs. You have to check the wiki for the main story time, then find another source to estimate side quests, and maybe a third place just to verify the release date. It’s copy-paste hell.

With this MCP, you ask your agent one question: “How long is it to finish X?” The response immediately gives you structured timing data for main story, plus all the optional content. You get the full picture without opening a single wiki.

The Power of HowLongToBeat

Gone are the days of manually cross-referencing community consensus versus developer claims. The MCP aggregates this data, letting you run comparisons between multiple titles in one go.

You now get objective metrics. You don't just guess; your agent tells you what the numbers say.

What your AI can actually do with this

Planning a massive gaming binge? Need to tell someone exactly how much time they should set aside for your next video game obsession? This MCP gives you access to the world’s most reliable source for game completion times.

Your AI agent connects directly with this data, letting you ask questions like, “How long is The Witcher 3 if I do everything?” It doesn't just give one number; it breaks down estimates for main story runs versus full 100% completion. Whether you’re a journalist checking official timelines or a gamer building out a massive backlog, the data arrives instantly via natural conversation.

Because this MCP is hosted and managed by Vinkius, your agent can pull these detailed gaming metrics right alongside other types of structured data you're working on.

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Questions you might have

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).

If I run `search_game_times` with an unknown title, what kind of error will my agent receive? +

The system immediately informs you that the game name is invalid or not found. It gives specific feedback instead of throwing a generic error, so your workflow knows exactly why the search failed.

Does `search_game_times` require an API key or any special credentials to run? +

No, this MCP is public access. You don't need to worry about keys or private credentials; just connect your agent through Vinkius and start querying game times immediately.

Are there rate limits if I use `search_game_times` repeatedly for backlog checks? +

No hard limit is published for public usage. However, if you're running bulk checks of hundreds of games, pausing briefly between requests ensures the best experience and prevents connection timeouts.

How does `search_game_times` interact with my existing AI client? +

It works seamlessly with any MCP-compatible client. You connect your agent once through Vinkius, and the tool is available regardless of whether you use Cursor or Claude.

Can `search_game_times` differentiate time estimates across different platforms (PC vs. Console)? +

The tool focuses on universal gameplay time metrics. While hardware can affect play speed, the hours returned measure content completion regardless of whether you played it on PC or console.

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