⚡ Quick Answer
Average playtime: 2-4 hours for a first playthrough with a team. Solo players take 3-5 hours, experienced teams can finish in under 2 hours, and the speedrun record is 47 minutes.
This guide covers completion times, speedrun strategies, replay value, and tips to optimize your playthrough.
📋 Table of Contents
📊 Average Completion Times
| Player Count | Skill Level | Average Time |
|---|---|---|
| 👤 Solo | Beginner | 4-5 hours |
| 👤 Solo | Experienced | 2.5-3.5 hours |
| 👥 2-4 Players | Beginner | 3-4 hours |
| 👥 2-4 Players | Experienced | 1.5-2.5 hours |
| 🏆 Speedrun | Expert | 47min - 1.5 hours |
📌 Key Insights
- ✅ First-time players: Expect 3-4 hours with a team (learning curve included)
- ✅ Solo challenge: Add 1-2 hours compared to co-op due to multitasking difficulty
- ✅ Replay runs: 2nd+ playthroughs are 30-40% faster due to route knowledge
- ✅ The map size: Mabutts Valley is one large continuous map (no loading screens)
⚙️ Factors Affecting Game Length
🗺️ Route Choice
Multiple paths exist to reach Route 65. The main highway is longer but safer, while mountain shortcuts are faster but riskier.
- • Highway route: +30-45 minutes
- • Mountain path: Faster but high flip risk
- • River crossing: Requires winch skills
🐻 Random Encounters
Bears, fallen trees, and weather events can add significant time if you're unprepared.
- • Bear encounter: +5-15 minutes
- • RV flip recovery: +10-20 minutes
- • Blizzard: +15-30 minutes
🔧 Maintenance Needs
Running out of fuel, engine oil, or taking too much damage requires resource gathering detours.
- • Fuel shortage: +10-20 minutes
- • Engine repair: +5-10 minutes
- • Resource scavenging: Variable
👥 Team Coordination
Communication and role division dramatically impact efficiency. Voice chat is crucial.
- • Poor coordination: +1-2 hours
- • No voice chat: +30-60 minutes
- • Efficient roles: -30% time
🎮 Completion Times by Playstyle
🌲 Casual Exploration
4-6 hoursTaking your time to explore every location, collect all items, and enjoy the atmosphere. Perfect for first-time players who want to experience everything.
✅ Includes:
- • Full map exploration
- • All side locations visited
- • Photo opportunities
- • Experimenting with mechanics
🎯 Best For:
- • First playthrough
- • Casual gamers
- • Content creators
- • Friends having fun
🎯 Normal Completion
2-4 hoursBalanced approach: following the main path, gathering necessary resources, but not obsessively exploring. The "intended" experience.
✅ Includes:
- • Main route to Route 65
- • Resource gathering as needed
- • Dealing with obstacles
- • Basic exploration
🎯 Best For:
- • Most players
- • 2nd playthrough
- • Achievement hunters
- • Standard co-op sessions
🏃 Speedrun / Efficiency
47min - 1.5 hoursOptimized routing, minimal resource stops, advanced techniques like bridge jumping. Requires significant game knowledge and skill.
✅ Requires:
- • Perfect route memorization
- • Advanced driving skills
- • Bridge jump technique
- • Minimal mistakes
🎯 Best For:
- • Veteran players
- • Competitive gamers
- • Challenge seekers
- • Leaderboard pushers
🏃 Speedrun Guide & Records
🏆 Current World Record
47 minutes 23 seconds
Any% category (Solo) - Last updated: October 2025
📊 Speedrun Categories
Fastest completion by any means
Team speedrun
All locations + resources
Intended mechanics only
⚡ Key Speedrun Techniques
1. Bridge Jump Skip
Jump the collapsed bridge in 3rd gear to save 15-20 minutes vs. the detour route.
→ Learn technique2. Minimal Resource Stops
Start with full fuel/oil, only stop at 2-3 critical resource points along the route.
3. Mountain Path Route
Use the dangerous mountain shortcut after River Crossing to cut 10 minutes.
4. Perfect RV Control
Avoid flipping at all costs. A single flip can add 10-20 minutes to your run.
→ Driving guide🔗 Speedrun Resources
- • Speedrun.com leaderboards: Track world records and submit your runs
- • Discord speedrun channel: Join the #speedrunning channel for routing discussions
- • YouTube tutorials: Watch top runners' strategies and techniques
🔄 Replay Value & Content
✅ High Replay Value
Despite the 2-4 hour playtime, RV There Yet offers strong replay value. Here's why players keep coming back:
🎲 Dynamic Elements
- ✓ Randomized spawns: Resources, items, and events change each playthrough
- ✓ Weather variance: Blizzards, fog, and clear weather affect difficulty
- ✓ Multiple routes: 5+ different paths with unique challenges
- ✓ Bear encounters: Random positions create unpredictable situations
🎯 Challenge Modes
- ✓ Solo challenge: Attempt the journey alone (very hard)
- ✓ Speedrunning: Optimize your time and compete on leaderboards
- ✓ No damage runs: Complete without taking RV damage
- ✓ Minimal resources: Finish with fewest possible stops
💰 Value for Money
At $7.19 USD (current sale price) for 2-4 hours of gameplay:
- • First playthrough: $1.80-$3.60 per hour (comparable to a movie)
- • With replays: Many players report 10-20+ hours across multiple runs
- • Co-op value: Only one person needs to own the game for shared play
- • Community content: Mods and challenges extend longevity
💡 Time-Saving Tips
Plan Your Route
Study the map before departure. Know where fuel stations, power poles, and shortcuts are located.
Stock Up Early
Fill fuel and oil at the starting station. Carry 2-3 extra canisters to avoid mid-route scavenging.
Use Voice Chat
Communication cuts time dramatically. Assign roles: driver, navigator, resource manager, winch operator.
Master Driving
Avoid flips at all costs. A single flip recovery can waste 10-20 minutes. Drive cautiously on slopes.
Skip Optional Areas
Unless you need resources, avoid detours to abandoned cabins or side locations. Stay on the main path.
Learn Bridge Jump
The bridge jump shortcut saves 15-20 minutes. Practice in low-stakes runs before attempting it seriously.
⚡ Pro Tip: The 2-Hour Strategy
For experienced players aiming for a 2-hour completion:
- Start with full supplies (10 minutes prep)
- Take Highway route to River Crossing (30 minutes)
- Use bridge jump at collapsed bridge (save 15 minutes)
- Take mountain shortcut after bridge (25 minutes)
- One fuel stop at Forest Station (5 minutes)
- Push to Route 65 without stops (40 minutes)
Total: ~1 hour 50 minutes + buffer for obstacles
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
📚 Related Guides
Price Guide
Current cost, sales, and value analysis
Solo vs Co-op
Difficulty comparison and tips
Bridge Jump Guide
Master the time-saving shortcut
Beginner's Guide
Complete starting guide for new players
Speedrun Route
Optimized path for fastest completion
RV Driving Guide
Master RV controls and avoid flips
Ready to Start Your Journey?
With proper preparation and route knowledge, you can complete RV There Yet in 2-4 hours on your first try!