World Record Mania: New Heights in Speedrunning
This week was buzzing with incredible achievements in the speedrunning community. Here are some standout performances that had everyone talking:
- Blindfolded Mastery: Bubzia set a mind-blowing blindfolded Super Mario 64 – 50 Star record at 1:03:35. The precision and memorization required for such feats continue to amaze fans.
- Classic RPG Speedrun: Luzbel clocked in a phenomenal Final Fantasy VII Any% (PSX) time of 5:19:36, redefining what’s possible in this iconic game.
- Portal Power: Speedrunner Sidious achieved an Any% run of 5:46.875 for Portal, showcasing 11 days of relentless practice to shave seconds off previous records.
- Quirky Highlights: A lightning-fast [TAS] BFDI: Branches Demo 100% in 0:00.15 and a Curtains Down Pro/SA speedrun in just 19 seconds displayed speedrunning’s limitless creativity.
Discussions of the Week
The community brought up some compelling topics for debate and advice:
- Can Long Games Be Speedrun Over Days? Newcomer MerchoKnight asked if speedrunning lengthy games like Bandle Tale can span multiple sessions. While real-time runs typically don’t pause, segmented categories might offer a solution. Tools like LiveSplit could help manage splits across sessions.
- Does SDA Still Matter? JonVonBasslake questioned the relevance of Speed Demos Archive (SDA) in the age of Speedrun.com and Discord communities. While SDA played a pivotal role historically, modern tools and communities have arguably surpassed it in accessibility and relevance.
- Attending AGDQ Solo: Walexei sought advice on attending AGDQ solo. Veterans encouraged them to go, emphasizing the welcoming nature of the community and the opportunity to make friends while celebrating the shared passion for speedrunning.
Speedrun Newbie Questions
Redditor anasse_ jumped into the world of speedrunning with questions about casual runs, allowed controllers, and version requirements for Super Mario 64. The community reassured them that casual speedrunning is totally valid and offered tips to get started. The takeaway? Speedrunning is for everyone, whether you’re aiming for WRs or just having fun.
Notable Video Highlights
- The History of New Super Mario Bros. Wii’s Most Competitive Level and The World Record History of Super Mario 63 were two video productions that delved into the technical and historical aspects of beloved games.
- LivWulfz’s Metaphor ReFantazio – Hard Mode True Ending run in 7:46:35 earned admiration for their dedication to such a long and challenging category.
Weekend Watchlist
Looking for streams or videos to enjoy this weekend? Check out new WRs, historical retrospectives, or tune into live streams featuring rising talents. Whether you’re a fan of Final Fantasy, Mario, or quirky indie games, there’s always something new to discover.
Final Thoughts
The speedrunning community continues to thrive, celebrating milestones, debating its future, and welcoming new faces. Whether you’re breaking records, casually improving your times, or simply watching, speedrunning remains a testament to the creativity and passion of gamers worldwide. See you next week for more highlights and achievements! 🎮✨
Source: reddit.com