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Games Done Quick Goes Fast At gamescom 2026
Games Done Quick will host its first European event at gamescom in Cologne, Germany, from August 28-30. The three-day speedrunning event will raise funds for Games for Democracy, an initiative supporting democratic values. This partnership aims to expand GDQ's global reach and provide more opportunities for runners.
The freeform structure of The Blood of Dawnwalker means "it is absolutely possible to skip everything" and beat the game immediately, providing you're skilled enough
The Blood of Dawnwalker features a freeform structure that allows players to attempt to beat the game immediately after the prologue, provided they possess sufficient skill. Lead quest designer Rafał Jankowski confirmed that while this path is possible, it bypasses significant content and is not the intended first-time experience. The game, developed by Rebel Wolves, will be released on September 3rd for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S/X.
Indie Dev Drops $250 Prize Pool for Demon Lord Speedrun Championship | HappyGamer
An indie developer has launched a speedrun championship for their game, Demon Lord: Just a Block, offering Nintendo Switch codes and up to $250 in Steam gift cards for top finishers. The challenge requires players to complete the game on Standard Lord difficulty or higher, with specific video recording requirements for verification. This event highlights the growing use of speedrunning as a community-building and marketing strategy for indie developers.
gamescom GDQ: Games Done Quick Brings a Speedrunning Spectacle to gamescom
Games Done Quick (GDQ) and gamescom are partnering to host gamescom GDQ, a three-day speedrunning event in Cologne, Germany, from August 28-30, 2026. This marks GDQ's first European event and will benefit Gaming for Democracy, an initiative supporting civic engagement through gaming. The event will be live on-site at gamescom and streamed globally on Twitch and YouTube.
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Games Done Quick hosted a speedrunning event at gamescom, showcasing impressive feats of skill and dedication. The event highlighted the vibrant speedrunning community and its contributions to the gaming landscape.
Games Done Quick will host its first ever event in Europe
Games Done Quick, known for its charity speedrunning marathons, will host its first European event at Germany's gamescom from August 28-30. The event will feature popular runners and a live audience, broadcasting daily on Twitch and YouTube. This expansion aims to increase global participation and support for the charity's fundraising efforts, which have raised over $60 million worldwide.
Games Done Quick Announces gamescom GDQ, Its First European Event at gamescom 2026
Games Done Quick (GDQ) and gamescom have announced gamescom GDQ, a new three-day speedrunning marathon event set to take place from August 28-30, 2026, at gamescom in Germany. This collaboration marks GDQ's first European event and will benefit Gaming for Democracy, an initiative supporting civic engagement through gaming culture.
Think fast: Games Done Quick is coming to Europe with a special three-day programme at Gamescom 2026
Games Done Quick (GDQ) will host a special three-day speedrunning event, Gamescom GDQ, at Gamescom in Germany from August 28-30, 2026. This marks GDQ's first European event and will raise money for Gaming for Democracy, an initiative supporting civic engagement through gaming. The event will be open to Gamescom attendees and available to watch online via Twitch and YouTube.
Surprise, We're Getting Even More Games Done Quick This Summer
Games Done Quick is partnering with Gamescom to host a new three-day speedrunning marathon in Europe from August 28-30. The event will take place at Koelnmesse in Cologne, Germany, and will be streamed on Twitch and YouTube. Proceeds from the Gamescom GDQ marathon will be donated to Gaming for Democracy, a new initiative supporting civic engagement through gaming culture.
Physics-based 2D Metroidvania Moonbrella announced for Nintendo Switch
Developer Jett Williams has announced Moonbrella, a physics-based 2D Metroidvania game for the Nintendo Switch, slated for a 2026 release. The game emphasizes expressive movement and speedrunning, allowing players to use various umbrella mechanics to traverse an interconnected world as a lone robot.
Ecco the Dolphin: Complete will combine remasters and a sequel into one package
A&R Atelier, founded by Ecco the Dolphin creator Ed Annunizata, has announced Ecco the Dolphin: Complete. This package will combine remasters of the original Ecco the Dolphin and Ecco: The Tides of Time with a brand-new sequel. The game will feature graphical improvements, built-in speedrunning support, achievements, and leaderboards, though release platforms and a date are yet to be confirmed.
Ecco the Dolphin: Complete announced, includes remasters of the first two entries and brand-new game
A&R Atelier, led by original creator Ed Annunziata, has announced Ecco the Dolphin: Complete, a collection featuring remasters of Ecco the Dolphin and Ecco: The Tides of Time, along with a brand-new game. The collection will include speedrunning support, achievements, leaderboards, and "meta quests" allowing players to create and share custom courses.
Ecco The Dolphin: Complete Announced, Includes Remasters & A Brand New Game
A&R Atelier has announced Ecco the Dolphin: Complete, a collection that includes remasters of every version of Ecco the Dolphin and Ecco the Tides of Time, alongside a brand new game. Series creator Ed Annunziata is returning with original development team members for the new title, which aims to weave together the franchise's history. The collection will also feature speedrunning support, online leaderboards, and custom course creation tools. Platforms and a release date are yet to be announced.
Ecco the Dolphin Complete Announced with Classic Games and New Entry
A&R Atelier has announced Ecco the Dolphin: Complete, a collection featuring multiple classic Ecco titles and a new entry. The collection will include all versions of Ecco the Dolphin and Ecco: The Tides of Time, with development led by original creators like series creator Ed Annunziata. Features such as speedrunning support, achievements, and leaderboards will be included, with an early access initiative planned.
Ecco the Dolphin: Complete announced
A&R Atelier has announced Ecco the Dolphin: Complete, a package that includes remasters of the original Ecco the Dolphin and Ecco: The Tides of Time, alongside a brand-new contemporary Ecco game. Developed by original team members including creator Ed Annunziata, the package aims to be a definitive Ecco experience with features for players, streamers, and speedrunners. Further details on release date and platforms are yet to be confirmed.
White Knuckle Reaches New Heights with Massive Anniversary Update, Available Today!
Dark Machine Games and DreadXP have released a major Anniversary Update for their horror speed-climbing roguelike, White Knuckle. The update introduces new debuff mechanics, facility upgrades, a competitive mode for speedrunners, and more. The game is available on Steam in Early Access and has maintained an Overwhelmingly Positive rating since its October 2024 launch.
I've already raced through Pragmata 3 times, and it's cemented Capcom's mastery of the modern action game…
This article explores how speedrunning transforms the experience of playing Capcom's modern action game, Pragmata. By engaging deeply with its mechanics, players can discover new challenges and master its systems, making repeat playthroughs more engaging. The author highlights how Pragmata's design, including its UI and combat, supports this playstyle, allowing for significant time reductions on subsequent runs.
Fast-paced precision speedrunner Echobreaker announced for PC
Publisher Weekend Games and developer Upstream Arcade have announced Echobreaker, a fast-paced precision speedrunning game for PC. The title is from the creators of Hellboy: Web of Wyrd.
Because "the PS3 port is strange," Ratchet & Clank speedrunners can now beat Up Your Arsenal "in…
A new glitch discovered in Ratchet & Clank: Up Your Arsenal allows speedrunners to complete the game in under one second by warping directly to the credits. This "wrong warp" exploit, found by runner Joaof, involves save-editing the "frames played" to a negative number. The speedrunning community is exploring the implications of this discovery, which highlights the arcane workings within older games.
Like Baby Steps, the devs' speedrun reaction video is hilarious, unpredictable, and one giant troll
The developers of the game Baby Steps, Gabe Cuzzillo and Foddy, created a humorous and unpredictable reaction video to a 7-minute speedrun of their game. The video initially focuses on meta-commentary about reaction videos and art rather than the speedrun itself, before eventually delivering a performance that mirrors the style they were initially mocking. The article also draws a parallel to Conan O'Brien's appearance on Hot Ones, highlighting how comedic figures can bend formats for entertainment.
