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The Confinement Game: The AI is testing you. Are you fast enough?
AmokAI announced that The Confinement, a first-person precision platformer, will be released on April 9, 2026, for PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. The game challenges players to master precise movements and dash mechanics to survive lethal traps and compete on global leaderboards in a brutalist neon environment.
Spanish Indie Devs Drop POLY IMPULSE: The Speedrun Shooter Going Viral
Indie developers from Spain have released POLY IMPULSE, a speedrunning movement shooter that also functions as an aim trainer. The game combines fluid surfing mechanics with precision aiming, featuring worldwide leaderboards and a skill warning system. Early reactions suggest the unique genre blend is resonating with the gaming community.
Speedrunning Platformer Play Faster Revealed
Goblimp Games and Byzantium have revealed Play Faster, a new speedrunning platformer designed for competitive play. The game emphasizes repetition, routing, and mechanical mastery, allowing players to analyze runs and compare strategies with built-in anti-cheat and replay verification. Play Faster is available to wishlist on Steam and has official social media channels.
Play Faster, a Precision Platformer Purpose-Built for Speedrunning, Announced for PC
Play Faster, a new minimalist precision platformer designed specifically for speedrunning, has been announced for PC. The game includes built-in tools such as an input display, replay system, instant retries, and practice mode to support the speedrunning community. It also features anti-cheat and anti-splice measures to ensure fair competition on its leaderboards.
While We Wait for a New 3D Sonic Game, PS5 Is About to Get the Next Best Thing
The roguelite game Haste, known for its high-speed gameplay, is expected to be released on PlayStation 5. While not officially announced, its Trophy list has appeared, suggesting an upcoming launch. The game features procedurally generated environments, incremental buffs, and boss fights, and has received positive reviews on Steam.
Million Depth 2.0 Update Adds Dimension Over Mode, Speedrun Features
Playism and Cyber Space Biotope have released the 2.0 update for their action-strategy game Million Depth. This update introduces a new high-difficulty 'Dimension Over Mode,' enhanced weaponcrafting with randomized tiles, and full speedrun support including a built-in timer and record tracking. The update also includes balance adjustments for late-game enemies and various quality-of-life improvements.
"The biggest time save in nearly a decade of Pokemon speedrunning" has been discovered thanks to the new FireRed and LeafGreen Switch ports, and all it takes is the press of a button
A significant time-saving discovery has been made in Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen speedruns, attributed to the recent Nintendo Switch ports. This new trick, dubbed 'Clemi's skip,' was found due to the increased attention on the games following their release on the Switch and is considered the biggest time save in nearly a decade for the speedrunning community.
Smash ‘N Grab – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
Smash ‘N Grab is a destructive speedrunning beat 'em up where players control a robot and raccoon duo pulling off heists while tethered by a rope. The game features smashing through enemies and objects to create optimal routes, grabbing loot, and racing against the clock to achieve high scores on a global leaderboard. A beta demo is available for download on PC via Steam.
Resident Evil Requiem speedrunners aren't just beating the in-game achievement, they're doing it in half the time
Speedrunners are setting new records for Resident Evil Requiem, completing the game on its hardest difficulty in significantly less time than the in-game achievement requires. The speedrun leaderboards are now active, with players already pushing the boundaries of the game's challenges.
Co-Op Action Roguelite Shape of Dreams Receives Version 1.2 Update
Shape of Dreams has received its 1.2 update, introducing new skins, the "Omen of Pain, Corrupted Chaos" event with new challenges and rewards, and additional shrines, cosmetics, and constellations. The co-op action roguelite is available on PC via Steam, with NEOWIZ offering discounts on other titles during the Steam Spring Sale.
Next-Gen Rhythm Game Sound System Launching October 16
Echo Foundry Interactive's new rhythm game, Sound System, is launching for PC via Steam Early Access on October 16. The game features intense gameplay, built-in creator tools, and community features, supporting various controllers and modes including split-screen co-op and competitive battles. The article also briefly mentions DLC and new content for other games like The King is Watching, Honkai: Star Rail, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War!, and Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds.
Frost Fatales 2026 Raises Over $147K for the National Women’s Law Center
Games Done Quick's Frost Fatales 2026 event successfully raised over $147,000 for the National Women’s Law Center through speedruns and community contributions. The event featured notable runs of games like Resident Evil Village and Red Dead Redemption 2. An art bundle is also available for purchase, with a portion of proceeds going to the charity.
Speedrunning Marathon Frost Fatales 2026 Raises $147,532 for National Women’s Law Center
The Frost Fatales 2026 speedrunning marathon, organized by Frame Fatales and Games Done Quick, successfully raised $147,532 for the National Women's Law Center. The week-long online event featured runs of games like Resident Evil Village and Red Dead Redemption 2, highlighting women, femme, and nonbinary gamers while supporting gender justice initiatives.
'It Is Getting Very Hard to Keep Players From Going All Over the Place' — Yes, the Donkey Kong Bananza Devs Are Watching Your Speedruns - IGN
Donkey Kong Bananza developers Kenta Motokura and Tatsuya Kurihara are closely watching player speedruns and unintended tricks, finding it increasingly difficult to prevent players from exploring all areas. While they design for player freedom, they also acknowledge and sometimes even appreciate the creative sequence breaks and movement techniques discovered by the community.
Smash ‘N Grab Prepares the Score of a Lifetime with First Demo During Games from Ireland on Steam
Smash ‘N Grab, a Saturday Morning Cartoon-inspired beat 'em up from SLAP-BANG! Digital, is releasing its first public demo on Steam as part of Games from Ireland. Players can control the heist duo Smash and Grab from March 13-19, 2026, tearing through environments and aiming for the fastest escape and highest score. The demo features a single, replayable level focused on smashing, grabbing loot, and fighting guards.
Smash ‘N Grab Prepares the Score of a Lifetime with First Demo During Games from Ireland on Steam
SLAP-BANG! Digital is releasing the first public demo for their Saturday Morning Cartoon-inspired beat 'em up, Smash ‘N Grab, on Steam from March 13 to March 19, 2026, as part of the Games from Ireland event. The demo allows players to control the heist duo Smash and Grab, focusing on speedrunning and achieving high scores by demolishing environments and grabbing loot.
Uncharted: Drake's Fortune Easter egg cracked open, 18 years after release
A speedrunner discovered a hidden Easter egg in Uncharted: Drake's Fortune, 18 years after its initial release on PlayStation 3. The Easter egg, found by going out of bounds in Chapter 19 using the debug menu, features 'mugshots' of Naughty Dog development team members and is present in both the PS3 and PS4 versions of the game.
Valve’s Legacy DRM Locks Players Out of 150 Classic Games
Valve's legacy DRM system, Steam CEG, is preventing players from accessing approximately 150 older games, including major franchises like XCOM and Call of Duty. This issue is impacting speedrunners and modders who rely on older game builds, and raises concerns about game preservation and historical access.
Frost Fatales 2026 Returning March 8-14
Games Done Quick's Frost Fatales 2026, a speedrunning event benefiting the National Women's Law Center, will take place from March 8 to March 14. The event will feature speedruns of various games and will be streamed live on Twitch and YouTube, with an art bundle available for purchase to support the cause.
How to watch Frost Fatales 2026, kicking off on March 8
Frost Fatales 2026, a week-long speedrunning charity event organized by Games Done Quick, will take place from March 8 to March 14. The event will raise money for the National Women's Law Center and will be streamed on Twitch and YouTube. The schedule features a variety of games, including classics and newer titles, with a focus on community and entertainment.