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Has Speed Running Gone Too Far?

Alex from GamersFTW writes:

“...abuse of in-game glitches has divided the gaming community between those who respect the skill and endurance of the runners, and those who think it’s just mindless cheating.”

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Yukes3547d ago

Personally I don't really get speed running, but that's because I love to take my time playing games. I do agree that exploiting glitches doesn't seem in the spirit of it - as I understand it anyway - but then I imagine it's hard to demarcate between glitches and quirks in video games.

If all speed runners know about and execute the same glitches, I guess it's still a level playing field.

GamerGabs3547d ago

I'm in the same boat really. I appreciate speed-runners but don't really see the point in playing a game that should take hours within a few minuets. The point of most games is to get lost in the world and enjoy the adventure, which is taken away from those with their eyes on a clock the whole time.

c00lvilKid693547d ago

I’m not sure how I feel about speed running to be honest. There’s merit to the runner’s skill, but it’s not how I would want to play a game in all honesty.

Two-Face3546d ago

Are you serious? You think they speedrun the game the first playthrough? LOL.

They complete the game like everyone else first playthrough, and then they try to find glitches and tricks, and plan the route, before they attempt to speedrun it.

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lordmiffter3547d ago

Not far enough! Never fails to impress me when someone slaps down From Software games like that.

Maple223547d ago

I enjoy thinking that you could complete a really tricky game in a short time, like the Bloodborne example in this article, but I it isn't really something I understand as such. Each to their own I guess.

c00lvilKid693547d ago

It takes a certain kind of player to enjoy this kind of thing, don’t you think? I’m not sure I have the patience to play a game over and over again just to get a little bit faster.

HRD_Games3547d ago

I actually really enjoy the different forms of Speedrunning. You have the glitchy runs, to see how people can break a game. There's Tool-Assisted Runs, to see how the "perfect run" can be done. And then there are still "pure" runs, no glitches, no add-ons, just great playing.

1noobgamer3547d ago

It hasnt gone far enough, this was a really basic game that did well because it was just damn good fun!

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Why a Bloodborne Sequel Could Never Be a True 'Bloodborne 2'

If FromSoftware's Bloodborne ever gets a sequel—and that's a big if—it won't be able to simply pick up where its predecessor left off.

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gold_drake23d ago

probably due to some.of the endings true.

but u can still continue it on and subsequently end it for good.

The_Hooligan23d ago (Edited 23d ago )

I wonder if they could do a prequal where you play as part of the first hunt and see the blood research and the downfall of the healing church and the remaining hunters.

zaanan22d ago

That is a super great idea, I would 1000% pay full price for this! Only if Miyazaki directed, obviuosly. Bloodborne hooked me in a way Dark Souls never did.

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Half-Life 2 and Dishonored art lead Viktor Antonov dies aged just 52

Half-Life 2 art director and Dishonored designer Viktor Antonov has died aged just 52.

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BABI-PANGPANG128d ago

One of my biggest art heroes. His work and vision were truly one of a kind, and he’s been a huge inspiration to my own work. Such a heartbreaking loss.

Deeeeznuuuts128d ago

Remember seeing Dishonored for the first time when it released, fell in love with the art style straight away, so striking! And because of it, still holds up and will for years to come, RIP Viktor

JEECE128d ago

Yep I remember seeing some of the earliest concept art for Dishonored and hearing that the art director of Half-Life 2 was working on it and being excited.

And you are absolutely right, each of those games (HL2 and Dishonored) has a distinct art style that stands the test of time.

Relientk77128d ago

So sad to hear this. I absolutely love the Dishonored series and love the world and art style. It looks great and unique. I'm still hoping for a Dishonored 3

rokos128d ago

RIP Viktor love your work

Ethereal128d ago

Damn... Dishonored has such amazing art. RIP.

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Bloodborne 60 FPS Patch Creator Hit With DMCA Notice From Sony After Three Years

The creator of the 60 fps patch for Bloodborne has been hit with a DMCA notice from publisher Sony after 3 years.

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Goodguy01145d ago

And there goes Sony furthering their fans' anger over them lol.

PrinceOfAnger145d ago

This game is better on PC right now

Fishy Fingers144d ago

People will read this and assume "must be a bloodborne remake coming".

Unfortunately, more likely theyre just being d***s

Inverno144d ago

Dayum bro let us have some hope!

Tacoboto144d ago

Nintendo took down AM2R and the next year they announced their official Metroid: Samus Returns 3DS remake.

So... There's hope for 2026?

Fishy Fingers144d ago

Read between the lines, 2026 guaranteed, bro.

GamingManiac144d ago

you spelled cope wrong. lol

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raWfodog144d ago

“ People will read this and assume "must be a bloodborne remake coming".

Yep, that’s me! LOL

poppatron144d ago

I disagree, within 6 months the remake will be announced, it’ll be out in 2026 or the end of this year.

oldenjon143d ago

I don't know why they'd do something 3 years after the fact unless it represented some new conflict of interest though.

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SimpleDad144d ago

Ahh Sony... one step forward, two steps back.

CrimsonWing69144d ago

Sony just making all kinds of the best decisions, lately.

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