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fromThe Verge
2 weeks ago

Foldables are in and suddenly really thin

New hardware from Nothing and AI browser discussions headline this week's Installer, along with the return of Tony Hawk's Pro Skater.
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fromPolygon
3 weeks ago

Blue Prince somehow makes for an incredible esport

Speedrunners have proved that single-player puzzle games can be thrilling spectator sports during competitive events like Games Done Quick.
fromPolygon
4 weeks ago

Switch 2 set to make Summer Games Done Quick debut

Summer Games Done Quick 2025 will showcase Mario Kart World on Nintendo Switch 2, benefiting Doctors Without Borders.
fromEngadget
4 weeks ago

The Flame Fatales 2025 speedrunning event includes Blue Prince, Hades 2 and Clair Obscur runs

The schedule for this year's Flame Fatales has just dropped, and there are lots of fascinating runs on deck, including an Any% run of Hollow Knight by SawaYoshi, completed one-handed.
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fromEngadget
3 months ago

Speedrunner reaches Breath of the Wild credits on Switch 2, a console which isn't even out yet

Speedrunner Ikaboze completed a demo of Breath of the Wild on Nintendo Switch 2 in just seven minutes.
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fromKotaku
4 months ago

Split Fiction Players Complete Super-Secret Level And Win Awesome Prize

Speedrunners completed an extremely difficult hidden challenge in Split Fiction, winning a trip to Sweden to preview Hazelight's upcoming game.
fromArs Technica
4 months ago

Why SNES hardware is running faster than expected-and why it's a problem

The slowest and fastest DSPs in Cecil's sample showed a clock difference of 234 Hz, or about 0.7 percent of the 32,000 Hz specification.
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fromKotaku
4 months ago

The Super Nintendo Now Runs Infinitesimally Faster Than It Did 35 Years Ago And Players Are Trying To Find Out Why

Most hardware breaks down and gets worse as it ages. Some old Super Nintendo systems, however, are actually running faster, as dedicated fans measure and research these changes.
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fromKotaku
4 months ago

Monster Hunter Wilds Player Reveals Exploit Behind Mysterious 2-Second Monster Capture Time

Streamers and players have become obsessed with finding ways to minimize hunting times in Monster Hunter Wilds, spurring a new wave of creative strategies.
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fromWIRED
5 months ago

A Player Has Defeated Punch-Out's Mike Tyson in Under 2 Minutes for the First Time

Summoning Salt achieved a record-breaking TKO against Mike Tyson in Punch-Out with a time of 1:59.97 after 75,000 attempts.
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fromPolygon
5 months ago

Speedrunner makes gaming history by beating Mike Tyson in less than 2 minutes

Summoning Salt set a historic record by beating Mike Tyson's Punch-Out!! in under two minutes after 75,000 attempts over five years.
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fromThe Verge
6 months ago

AGDQ's best moments happen when you least expect them

The best moments of Awesome Games Done Quick often occur outside of peak hours, showcasing unexpected games and speedruns.
Watching AGDQ continuously can uncover hidden indie gems you might not catch otherwise.
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fromGameSpot
6 months ago

Awesome Games Done Quick 2025: How To Watch AGDQ And Schedule

AGDQ 2025 is streaming January 5-12 with exciting speedruns and donation opportunities for charity.
fromGameSpot
9 months ago

Final Fantasy 7 Glitch Sort Of Lets You Save Beloved Character From Murder

A new glitch allows players to skip Aerith's death in Final Fantasy 7, but it comes with significant limitations.
fromKotaku
9 months ago

Zelda: Echoes Of Wisdom Player Discovers How To Keep Playing As Link Thanks To Wild Glitch

The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom innovatively centers around Princess Zelda as a playable character, but a glitch allows players to control Link throughout the adventure.
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