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Nintendo prohibits its games from being played at a charity event in Japan

The charity speedrun series RTA in Japan has been forced to remove Nintendo titles from its upcoming event after receiving a notice from the company regarding the unauthorized use of its games. This event, scheduled from August 9 to 15, has traditionally raised funds for organizations like Doctors Without Borders, but Nintendo’s notice has added significant complications to its organization. An absolutely disastrous marketing decision According to a statement from RTA in Japan, the video game company has stipulated that the event must request explicit permission to use any Nintendo title […]

The charity speedrun series RTA in Japan has been forced to remove Nintendo titles from its upcoming event after receiving a notice from the company regarding the unauthorized use of its games. This event, scheduled from August 9 to 15, has traditionally raised funds for organizations like Doctors Without Borders, but Nintendo’s notice has added significant complications to its organization.

A completely disastrous marketing decision

According to a statement from RTA in Japan, the video game company has stipulated that the event must request explicit permission to use any Nintendo title in the future. This situation reflects Nintendo’s long history of rejecting public displays of its games, which has previously affected charity events that have had a positive impact and raised considerable sums of money.

The Japanese event was inspired by Games Done Quick, a series of charity speedruns in the United States that also aims to raise funds for social causes. Despite the goodwill that these events usually generate, Nintendo’s intervention has left the organizers uncertain about the future of their charitable initiatives.

In a countercurrent development, a group of speedrunners has discovered a new trick in The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, which allows saving two minutes in the run, demonstrating that the speedrunning community remains active and finds new ways to optimize the classic game after almost 27 years since its release. Nevertheless, the atmosphere of uncertainty surrounding the relationship between RTA in Japan and Nintendo invites it to explore new dynamics to keep its event relevant while respecting copyright regulations in the process.

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A speedrunner breaks the record for Dark Souls 3 by completing the game in less time than it takes you to defeat one of its bosses

In an astonishing display of skill and strategy, the speedrunner known as Olzku has managed to complete Dark Souls 3 in a record time of 24 minutes and 57 seconds, surpassing the previous mark by almost a minute. This achievement is especially impressive considering the notorious difficulty of the game, which has challenged players since its release. Much faster than the previous record, Olzku has used a variety of clever tactics to speed up his progress, avoiding unnecessary fights and taking advantage of game glitches. From the beginning, his handling of the game is remarkable; quickly defeating Gundyr and avoiding most […]

In an astonishing display of skill and strategy, the speedrunner known as Olzku has managed to complete Dark Souls 3 in a record time of 24 minutes and 57 seconds, surpassing the previous mark by almost a minute. This achievement is particularly impressive considering the notorious difficulty of the game, which has challenged players since its release.

Much more faster than the previous brand

Olzku has used a variety of clever tactics to speed up his progress, avoiding unnecessary fights and taking advantage of game glitches. From the beginning, his handling of the game is remarkable; quickly defeating Gundyr and avoiding most enemies that could slow down his time. As he progresses, the run transforms into a true spectacle, with moments of skill that seem to defy the very mechanics of the game.

One of the highlights occurs in the Wolnir area, where Olzku uses a trick that allows him to exit the map, thus saving a significant amount of time. This not only demonstrates the malleability of the game’s design, but also adds a comedic element to what would otherwise be a formidable challenge. Later, during the confrontation with Aldrich, Olzku’s character becomes invisible, except for the torch he carries, allowing him to float in the air, adding a new dimension to the speedrun.

This new record has raised the question among speedrunning community enthusiasts: how much more can this time be improved? With the challenge of surpassing the now established 25-minute barrier, the community may be ready to work on optimizing routes and gameplay strategies. The full video of Olzku’s feat is highly recommended for those looking for a new perspective on the famous difficulty of Dark Souls 3; it will surely change the way its fearsome bosses are viewed.

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This speedrunner has decided to do what no one has ever done: speedrun the entire catalog of a console

In an ambitious challenge that tests perseverance and skill, Storster, a dedicated player, has set the goal of completing all 1,242 games released for the Nintendo Wii in North America, along with 400 digital titles from the Virtual Console. This mission is not only monumental due to the number of games but also because of the diversity of genres and qualities that span over seven years of the console’s history. Completing the Wii as quickly as possible Storster’s journey is being documented on his YouTube channel, where to date he has published […]

In an ambitious challenge that tests perseverance and skill, Storster, a dedicated player, has set the goal of completing all 1,242 games released for the Nintendo Wii in North America, along with 400 digital titles from the Virtual Console. This mission is not only monumental due to the sheer number of games but also because of the diversity of genres and qualities that span over seven years of the console’s history.

Get through the Wii as quickly as possible

The journey of Storster is being documented on his YouTube channel, where to date he has published 21 videos, starting his feat with the acclaimed Mario Kart Wii, which he considers “the best Mario Kart.” From there, his journey includes a variety of titles, from classics like Silent Hill: Shattered Memories to lesser-known gems like Rubik’s World and DeFenDin’ De Penguin. His effort stands out not only for its ambition but also for the tribute it pays to the rich and varied library of the Wii, beyond the big names known to all.

The speedrunning community is known for its exceptional dedication and superhuman skills to overcome challenges that sometimes seem impossible. However, Storster’s mission diverges from record times, focusing on the completion of each game, demonstrating that patience and love for video games are just as important as speed. As he progresses in this monumental achievement, his story resonates in a community that values perseverance over competition.

As his odyssey through the Wii catalog continues, Storster is not only writing his own story within the world of speedrunning, but also creating a testament for an entire generation of players, a legacy that transcends time and the limits of the initial challenge.

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A streamer achieves the impossible: a no-hit run of The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask

Streamer MajinPhil has completed an impressive speedrun of The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask, finishing the game 100% without taking a single hit, without blocking attacks with the shield, and without using tricks. This challenge, carried out under considerably extreme conditions, involves a level of skill and strategy that few can achieve. MajinPhil’s original feat, which he completed last year, had already left the audience amazed, but the streamer decided not to settle and aimed to increase the difficulty of his next challenge. An absurd speedrun that was thought to be impossible In his new […]

The streamer MajinPhil has completed an impressive speedrun of The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask, finishing the game 100% without taking a single hit, without blocking attacks with the shield, and without using tricks. This challenge, carried out considerably under extreme conditions, involves a level of skill and strategy that few can achieve. MajinPhil’s original feat, which he completed last year, had already left the audience amazed, but the streamer decided not to settle and aimed to increase the difficulty of his next challenge.

An absurd speedrun that was thought to be impossible

In his new adventure, MajinPhil introduced random factors that altered both the enemies and the objects he encountered along the way, making each attempt a unique and unpredictable experience. This meant that, although he might have memorized certain routes through the game, every time he started a new game, he had to adapt to the new circumstances. If MajinPhil took a hit at any moment, his game would automatically reset, forcing him to start over from the beginning.

With this approach, a total of 156 attempts are needed to finally complete the challenge in its entirety, an effort that took him more than a year. This intensity and dedication have kept his audience completely expectant about what his next challenges will be. The community of MajinPhil’s followers not only celebrates his achievements but also speculates on what new extreme tests he might set for himself in the future, given his interest in pushing the limits of speedrunning to a new level.

The complexity and dimensions of this Nintendo 64 saga game lead it to be considered one of the most difficult by fans, and feats like those of MajinPhil only highlight the dedication and passion it generates among today’s players.

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This dog has managed to complete a speedrun and no, it’s not a joke

A dog named Peanut Butter has officially completed a speedrun of Gyromite, a NES classic, and it’s something you need to see.

The world of speedrunning is fascinating. Beating a game as fast as humanly possible leads to very interesting scenarios, most of them not even planned by their developers. And while it may seem like something forbidden for most players, that’s not true. The speedrunning community is inclusive, based on mutual help and sharing information. Including for its non-human members.

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This was demonstrated on January 16th during Awesome Games Done Quick. This is a biannual celebration where speedruns are held for twenty-four hours a day and donations are accepted for a charitable cause. In the case of this edition, it was to fight against cancer. And the peculiar thing is that one of the speedrunners we could see that day was named Peanut Butter and it was not a human being, but a cute dog.

With an adapted and assisted controller by its owner, who gave it commands to help it overcome the game, Peanut Butter managed to complete the B Game mode of Gyromite, a classic NES game, live, in just 26 minutes and twenty-four seconds. Although it achieved the world record for the fastest dog to complete the game, it is far from the record of the fastest human, which is 24 minutes and thirty-nine seconds. This does not diminish Peanut Butter’s achievement, who, to begin with, doesn’t even have thumbs.

The owner of Peanut Butter, JSR, has clarified that this has taken years of training. Stating that Peanut Butter has been trained since he was a puppy, thanks to demonstrating greater intelligence than the average dog, he has achieved a feat that seemed impossible for a dog. All while remaining adorable, we add.

Although Peanut Butter has fallen far from the world record, we hope to see more speedruns from him. Watching him beat the game is fascinating and a demonstration that, for a speedrun, you don’t need to be the best or necessarily be human: you just need the will to practice and do your best. If a cute little dog can remind us of that, it’s even better than if it’s reminded by another human being.

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Peanut Butter is the first dog to speedrun a video game: how? What you read

Awesome Games Done Quick brings together the best speedrunners in the world for a good cause, and this year one of them is… a dog, and no, I’m not kidding

On the Internet, no one can know you’re a dog. Except if you activate your cam. But let’s be honest: none of us would mind finding out that our conversation partner on the other side is a dog. Everything is better with dogs. They are adorable, loyal, and if we call them “man’s best friend,” it’s for a reason. That’s why if a dog has decided to become a speedrunner, we can only come here to tell you about it and celebrate it.

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Because that’s exactly what happened. A Shiba Inu named Peanut Butter is going to do a solo speedrun in the upcoming Awesome Games Done Quick event. He’ll be playing Gyromite, a 1985 NES platformer. If you’ve never heard of it, that’s normal because it’s not exactly one of the console classics, not even in the speedrunning scene. But it’s not that uncommon either. There are many speedrunners who specialize in niche games. And if this little dog has decided to do it, who are we to judge?

Of course, Peanut Butter won’t be alone. He’ll be accompanied by JSR_, a speedrunner and also his owner, who will also participate in AGDQ 2024 by playing a slightly less niche game: Castlevania III: Dracula’s Curse. Does that mean Peanut Butter has assistance? No. JSR_ directs Peanut Butter’s actions, but he is the one executing all the necessary movements, just like a speedrunner would use instructions from another speedrunner in a run where they had their eyes covered.

In any case, this isn’t the first time Peanut Butter is going to speedrun Gyromite. Last July, he managed to complete a run in 25 minutes and 29 seconds, which has even been officially recorded on Speedrun.com, confirming him as the first dog speedrunner. This achievement, as his proud owner comments, can be seen in a video on JSR_’s channel.

To watch him in action, we’ll still have to wait until Awesome Games Done Quick 2024, which will take place between January 14th and 21st, 2024. All the funds raised during the event will be donated to the Prevent Cancer Foundation. And as always, we’ll keep you updated, especially with such handsome speedrunners like Peanut Butter.

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