The highly-anticipated Awesome Games Done Quick (AGDQ) 2025 is set to kick off this weekend, promising a week full of speedrunning, stunning performances, and an outpouring of support for charity. This year's event will feature an array of gaming classics, including a crazy twist on Crazy Taxi complete with live band accompaniment, an impressive display of Elden Ring played on a saxophone, and much more.
Speedrunning, the art of completing video games as fast as possible, has gained substantial popularity over the years. It brings together a community of gamers who not only aim to push the boundaries of their favourite games but also raise money for charity. The AGDQ events have, over the years, grown into a prominent platform for showcasing the best that the speedrunning community has to offer.
One of the highlights of this year's AGDQ is Crazy Taxi, a popular arcade game from the late '90s. This time, the game will be played with a twist - a live band will provide the soundtrack, promising an immersive gaming experience like never before. Another standout performance will be Elden Ring, a fantasy action role-playing game, played on a saxophone. This unconventional approach is expected to provide a unique and captivating gaming experience for viewers.
But AGDQ 2025 isn't just about gaming. At its core, it's a charity event. Over the years, AGDQ has raised millions for charities worldwide. This year, all proceeds from the event will go to the Prevent Cancer Foundation, a U.S.-based non-profit organization dedicated to the early detection and prevention of cancer.
With a lineup of gaming classics, innovative performances, and a cause worth supporting, AGDQ 2025 promises to be an exciting event for gamers and non-gamers alike. It's a week-long celebration of the gaming community's talent and generosity, and a testament to the positive impact that video games can have beyond entertainment.