The 41–47 minute range comes from two public walkthrough videos, not an official average or a measured sample of player accounts.
Expected first-play length
A careful first run may take longer than a recorded walkthrough because new players pause to inspect the water, learn the reporting flow, and decide what to do during unfamiliar scenes. A direct replay may be shorter.
Why your playtime may differ
- How long you spend watching for changes.
- Whether you explore every available view or interaction.
- Whether you replay to choose the other late-game option.
- Whether the current release adds or changes content after the reviewed videos.
How long does it take to see both outcomes?
Public videos show two late-choice outcomes, but save, checkpoint, and chapter-select behavior has not been independently verified. If a full replay is required, allow time for most of the night shift again.
Is it worth replaying?
A second run is most useful if you want to compare the alternative late choice or look more closely at story details. The endings guide records what public sources currently show without claiming an unverified third ending.