Re: M:TW campaign time...
The game ends in 1453. Personally I found that most of my MTW campaigns in conquest mode tended to drag on tediously after a certain point, it became more of a slog than fun. I usually finished up around 1300-1350, IIRC.
I prefer to play in GA mode, although in VI the campaign wasn't that bad.
Antagonist
Re: M:TW campaign time...
Right now I have over 60% of the map in my latest Polish game and it is only 1320. I could most likely finish in about 25-30 turns, but I tend to take my time and enjoy my vast empire.
Now bring me my sausage and pirogies.
Re: M:TW campaign time...
It depends on the player. The campaign can last for 100 years or 1000 years. You can modify the game so that it doesn't stop at 1453. I prefer to take my time. I build boats and make a fortune with trading.