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Pokémon Pokopia Length Revealed: Why 40 Hours is Just the Beginning
You know those games that feel like a warm hug? The ones where you make a cup of tea, curl up on the couch, and suddenly realize it’s 3 AM?
Pokémon Pokopia is shaping up to be exactly that kind of time-thief. It’s moving away from the high-stakes battles of the main series for something much more chill.
Think Animal Crossing meets Dragon Quest Builders, but with a Pikachu following you around. It’s a vibe we didn’t know we needed until now. With the release date creeping up, the big question has been: how much content are we actually getting? The game’s director just dropped the numbers, and they look solid.
Not Just a Sprint to the Credits
In a recent chat with IGN, game director Takuto Edagawa gave us the scoop on the game’s length. If you’re focusing on the main story, you’re looking at 20 to 40 hours.
That’s a healthy chunk of time for a cozy sim. But let’s be real, if you play these games just to rush to the end, you’re kind of missing the point. Edagawa emphasized that hitting the “end roll” (credits) isn’t really the main goal here. It’s about the journey, not the destination.
Pokémon Pokopia director says the game will take 20-40 hours to beat on average, and there's more after the credits. https://t.co/C3nkqO7Svz pic.twitter.com/fYZr9QStgD
— IGN (@IGN) February 12, 2026
Life After the Story
The premise is genuinely funny: you play as a Ditto transformed into a human. Your job is to build up a deserted island to convince Pokémon to move in. Because it’s a sandbox, the 40-hour mark is just a suggestion. Edagawa confirmed there’s plenty to do after the credits roll.
It’s the Stardew Valley effect. Sure, you finished the “story,” but have you built the perfect park for your Snorlax yet? Probably not. The game is built on a loop of gathering, building, and socializing. As long as you have ideas for your island, the game keeps going.
Try It Before You Buy It
If you can’t wait until March 5th and happen to be in the UK, you’ve got a shot at playing it early. A playable demo is hitting London this weekend for the Europe International Championships (EUIC). It’s a rare chance to see how the building mechanics actually feel.
For the rest of us stuck at home, we’ll just have to wait a few more weeks. But knowing that the game offers endless replayability makes the price tag feel a lot better.
Learn more about the Pokémon Pokopia live Demo at EUIC!
In Conclusion: Goodbye Free Time
Those “20 to 40 hours” are likely just the appetizer. Pokémon Pokopia looks like the perfect launch title to showcase what the Switch 2 can do with cozy, atmospheric gaming.
It’s not about beating the game; it’s about living in it. If you’ve been looking for a new digital escape to sink hundreds of hours into, this might just be the one.
Are you interested in Pokémon Pokopia? What are the main features that are you excited to try it out?
A video game enthusiast ever since I first got my hands on a Game Boy. Over the years, I've played many different games across various genres, discovering hidden gems and niche titles along the way. I'm also passionate about technology, always up-to-date with the latest news and insight in the PC and Console market. Ready to share and bring you the latest news !
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