How Long Bravely Default 2 Takes To Beat

Square Enix’s latest anticipated JRPG, Bravely Default 2, has finally released. With its turn-based combat and signature job class system, there’s a lot for fans to love as they play through the game’s story. But just how long does it take to actually beat Bravely Default 2?

The answer actually depends on a couple of factors. The combat for Bravely Default 2 can be challenging, and that means many bosses may have to be tried more than once. Each boss requires a certain amount of strategy, and figuring out the right one can take some time. Even longtime veterans of classic JRPGs may be thrown off by a few of them. This kind of trial-and-error approach to boss fights can certainly add a lot of hours onto total playtimes.

Secondly is Bravely Default 2‘s job class system, which can take some time to master if players are unfamiliar with the series or job classes in general. There are a lot of jobs to choose from, and defeating bosses called Asterisk holders will be the key to unlocking them. Mastering these jobs is separate from leveling up, and players can expect to spend a lot of time grinding levels and JP (job points) in order to take down some of the game’s difficult bosses.

How Long Bravely Default 2’s Main Story Is

Ultimately, finishing Bravely Default 2 will depend on how quickly players master the job class system and how well strategies work against bosses. Overall, many players should expect to beat Bravely Default 2 in around 60 hours. This is pretty comparable to the first entry in the series, which takes about 55-60 hours to beat as well. People playing on a lower difficulty like Casual (which is still pretty tough), or who are already familiar with Bravely Default 2‘s systems may beat the game even faster.

However, for those who want to master their jobs and turn their characters into real powerhouses, Bravely Default 2 could take much longer to beat. It really just comes down to how much time players want to spend perfecting their job classes. With side quests and features like Bravely Default 2‘s boat exploration, the game can go well beyond the 60-hour mark.

Overall, many players should expect to finish Bravely Default 2 in around 60 hours. This puts it right on track with the first game, but quite a bit longer than Bravely Second: End Layer. Still, Bravely Default 2 will most likely be the longest game in the series for most players, which is good news for fans of classic JRPGs.

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