5 Tips to Complete Your Rental Game Faster
Got a 30-day rental and a 60-hour game? Here are proven strategies to finish before your rental expires.
The Rental Clock is Ticking
You rented an amazing game but it's a 60-hour epic and you only have 30 days. Don't panic — most players can finish any game in a rental period with a little planning.
Tip 1: Focus on the Main Story
Skip side quests on your first playthrough. Most games have a 15-30 hour main campaign hidden inside a 60-100 hour world. You can always rent again for the extras.
How this helps: Cuts play time by 40-60% without missing the core experience.
Tip 2: Set a Daily Play Target
Math makes it simple:
- 30-hour game / 30 days = 1 hour per day
- 60-hour game / 30 days = 2 hours per day
Put 2 hours on weeknights and 4 on weekends, and you'll finish most games with a week to spare.
How this helps: Consistent progress beats marathon sessions. You stay engaged without burning out.
Tip 3: Use Guides for Stuck Points
Don't spend 3 hours lost in a puzzle. If you're stuck for more than 20 minutes:
- Check a quick walkthrough for that section
- Watch a 2-minute boss guide
- Look up the item/path you're missing
No shame in using guides when you're on a deadline.
How this helps: Eliminates wasted time. Every play session makes progress.
Tip 4: Lower the Difficulty
Playing on Normal or Easy isn't a moral failing. If a boss takes 50 attempts on Hard, that's 5+ hours on one fight. Drop to Normal, beat it in 3 tries, and move on.
You can always replay on Hard with a lifetime rental later.
How this helps: Reduces time-per-encounter. Story stays the same on any difficulty.
Tip 5: Plan Your Last Week
On day 20, check your progress. If you're behind:
- Skip remaining side content
- Use fast travel exclusively
- Focus only on main objectives
- Consider a weekend marathon to close it out
If you're way behind, you can always renew your rental from the Dashboard before it expires.
How this helps: Gives you a deadline within the deadline. Creates urgency that drives completion.
Bonus: Choose the Right Rental Mode
- 30-day games (under 30 hours): Standard 30-day rental is perfect
- 60+ hour epics: Consider Lifetime if you know you'll need more time
- Try-before-you-commit: Rent 30-day first, upgrade to Lifetime if you love it
Ready to Rent?
Browse the Catalog and start your next adventure. With these tips, you'll finish any game within your rental period.