AGDQ 2014 Games Topic - Deadline is August 25 at 11PM EDT! [locked]

2013-08-17 04:30:25 pm

Stream: http://www.twitch.tv/skiazyk

1. Kabuki Quantum Fighter (any%, 15:00): Short, though somewhat unknown ninja gaiden-ish clone. Probably more of an appeal to SDA SSS tourney vets, but it might fit well against JTS or some other short one-off nes platformer.

2. Psychonauts (any% PC, 1:05:00): Gloria's door skip drops the time by about 10 mins from last time.

3. Dust: An Elysian Tale (any% normal difficulty with major skips, PC, 00:30): Recently picked this game up. Flashy combat, and some interesting tech/skips. I think Vulajin will be offering this game (if he hasn't already), in which case, he's the far better pick.

blkyoshi

2013-08-17 04:36:44 pm

Twitch: http://www.twitch.tv/blkyoshi

1. Super Mario Sunshine [100% Estimate - 4:15:00]

I know SMS any% was done at SGDQ, but this is a very popular category that has really blown up as of late. It's a great watch through out entire run and shows off so much more of the game.

ilikebeingsmart

2013-08-17 04:36:53 pm

My twitch page: http://www.twitch.tv/ilikebeingsmart

My one offer for AGDQ 2014:

Pokemon Puzzle League S-Hard (N64) [Estimate: 1:10:00]: Similar to Tetris Attack with Pokemon-like RNG. There are in-depth and specific strategies used that would make for good commentary. Possible donation incentive to play as Pikachu, Squirtle or (the often neglected) Bulbasaur which adds almost no time to the run.

Thank you for your consideration of this game in the marathon.

Bosby

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1) Animal Crossing (All Debts, est. 1:45:00) the game is very popular and the run abuses some interesting and entertaining glitches, also donation incentives for character name, gender, as well as town name. Tons of people have tossed around the idea of running the game but most never give it a shot so this also might convince others to pick it up and give it some exposure.

Looks like Duke Bilgewater also knows the category as well as any% a.k.a. Chores and Credits, both would make for awesome races. Animal Crossing has small bits of RNG everywhere that aren't nearly as noticeable in a solo run but they make for amazing races. I've always said this game truly shines as a race.

I have some other games in mind (Chibi-Robo any%) but I'll wait until later on when I have a more concrete idea of where I'm going with them before I consider offering them.

Bonesaw577

2013-08-17 04:39:10 pm

Stream page: http://www.twitch.tv/bonesaw577

I found that running two games was perfect for SGDQ so I'm gonna offer two games for AGDQ as well.

1. Jak and Daxter: The Precursor Legacy (Any%) [Estimate: 1:25:00]
The Jak block at ESA was a big hit so I'm thinking that we can also get at least one Jak game at AGDQ! Smiley

I currently have a 1:17:12, which is 1:41 slower than WR. The game includes lots of optimization, some clutch jumps, and some cool time-saving glitches, so it should be an awesome watch!

2. Wario Land 4 (Any%) [Estimate: 1:10:00]
I saw Mike89 do a run of this on the bonus stream of AGDQ 2013 so I'd like to pay tribute and try to get this game into the main marathon. If Mike is going to AGDQ 2014 by any chance, I'd like to race this game with him, but he said he might not make it this year. Sad

Includes some cool optimizations and fancy tricks that will draw some nostalgia-goers. ;P Also, the bosses are weird and creepy looking.

Really looking forward to the marathon!

Dai

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I'm Incredibly Bunny

twitch page: http://www.twitch.tv/djdai

My offer: Banjo-Tooie any% (estimate 3:30, Best 3:07 during a race http://www.twitch.tv/djdai/c/2351128 )

Kazooie got alot of love last AGDQ, and I feel like Tooie needs its turn too. Simple as that. There's a bunch of precision clips and it's a nice contrast to Banjo-Kazooie in that it's a bit slower in pace, but with an abundance of tricks to pull off. I'm currently the second best banjo-tooie runner out there (the WR holder doesn't stream/doesn't want to show his face/not sure if he wants to even go to AGDQ but please don't quote me on that), and as shown by the vid, can play well under lots of pressure. (also i'm in the dc area so really close already)

Wymorn

2013-08-17 04:46:34 pm

Rank 1 Goatborn

Stream: http://www.twitch.tv/Wymorn

My game submissions include:

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim (Any%): [Estimate - 1:00:00]
I currently have the World Record in this game at 49:22 without loading screens. This is approximately 40 minutes faster than the run at AGDQ2013. The run has improved significantly in the past year with most of the tricks becoming nearly (if not completely) 100% consistent, so a safe marathon estimate (assuming an average PC) is about 55 minutes or less. There won't be anymore hoping for tricks to work.

Mass Effect (Any% New Game): [Estimate - 1:50:00]
I know this game was run by Your_Name_Here last year but with the New Game+ category. I have the world record for this category at 1:43:08 and an average run is about 1:45:00. New Game is more interesting because it involves level and menu management.

Indextic

2013-08-17 04:47:26 pm

hello i would really, really like to run this video game:

The Darkness (estimate: 2 hours)
I'm really passionate about this game and I think it would be entertaining for people to see a new game in the marathon. I can run this at absolutely any time, including graveyard shift. I can also provide detailed commentary to make sure the run is always interesting, even during cutscenes. Here's a link of the current WR, for reference:

also twitch link: twitch.tv/indextic

Duke Bilgewater

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Twitch: http://www.twitch.tv/duke_bilgewater

The Zoo Race race with SkeletonBill (100%, Hard Mode; Estimate: 0:15:00):
This game is the greatest game of all time. The run involves going out of bounds on every level to avoid cutscene triggers and finish the races in less than 20 seconds. This is also a good game for donations and prizes; during SRG Marathon, the Cain Train (the best cutscene in the game) raised more than $1,000 with around 3,000 viewers watching. SkeletonBill has the second fastest time in the game, and is trying to come to AGDQ, so I'd like to race him if you have a setup to accommodate PC races.

Hotline Miami (Any% NG or NG+; Estimate: 0:30:00):
I was happy with Hotline Miami's reception at SGDQ, so I thought that I would offer it again - even if it's a repeat. I'd prefer to do Any% NG this time around, it's a shorter category (closer to 0:25:00) as it uses a S+Q skip not used in Any% NG+. If Cubeface is able to get closer to my time more reliably, I would be willing to race him in it - it's a good racing game if both players are on top of their game.

Donkey Kong Country (Any% All Levels; Estimate: 0:40:00):
I fell in love with this run after seeing it for the first time last year, and started learning it two months ago. My PB is currently 40:30, but I intend to focus on the game for the next few months and bring that time down to sub-35:00. If Garrison, Hippie, or one of the other better DKC runners suggest this game, I yield to them; if only one other person suggests it, I would be willing to race if they're okay with it.

The Simpsons: Hit & Run (All Missions or Any%; Estimate 2:05:00 or 1:40:00):
It's a little unorthodox to have a two hour licensed game on the list for AGDQ, but this run has received an extremely positive reception every time I've done it for an online marathon. It's a solid GTA clone and the route is similar to Vice City's. You simultaneously complete GTA-like vehicle missions and collect coins to be able to afford the items you need to complete the game. Any% involves a major skip that cuts out a lot of gameplay in a boring way, making All Missions the preferred category. Link to my Any% PB / WR since the game is a little obscure

Animal Crossing (Any% or All Debts; Estimate: 0:20:00 or 1:40:00):
Any% is a fun little category that I'm able to hype up, and there's a built-in donation incentive. I did it during SRG Marathon and everyone had a great time; I'm not sure if you'd want to include it in a more “serious” speedrunning marathon. As for All Debts, there is a route for this that involves duping and time travel; shoutouts to Fasch. I heard Bosby might want to do this, too; if he's okay with a race of either category, I would be too. Both categories have a ton of donation incentives.

Twitch: http://www.twitch.tv/duke_bilgewater

[b]The Zoo Race[/b] race with SkeletonBill (100%, Hard Mode; Estimate: 0:15:00):
This game is the greatest game of all time. The run involves going out of bounds on every level to avoid cutscene triggers and finish the races in less than 20 seconds. This is also a good game for donations and prizes; during SRG Marathon, the Cain Train (the best cutscene in the game) raised more than $1,000 with around 3,000 viewers watching. SkeletonBill has the second fastest time in the game, and is trying to come to AGDQ, so I'd like to race him if you have a setup to accommodate PC races.

[b]Hotline Miami[/b] (Any% NG or NG+; Estimate: 0:30:00):
I was happy with Hotline Miami's reception at SGDQ, so I thought that I would offer it again - even if it's a repeat. I'd prefer to do Any% NG this time around, it's a shorter category (closer to 0:25:00) as it uses a S+Q skip not used in Any% NG+. If Cubeface is able to get closer to my time more reliably, I would be willing to race him in it - it's a good racing game if both players are on top of their game.

[b]Donkey Kong Country[/b] (Any% All Levels; Estimate: 0:40:00):
I fell in love with this run after seeing it for the first time last year, and started learning it two months ago. My PB is currently 40:30, but I intend to focus on the game for the next few months and bring that time down to sub-35:00. If Garrison, Hippie, or one of the other better DKC runners suggest this game, I yield to them; if only one other person suggests it, I would be willing to race if they're okay with it.

[b]The Simpsons: Hit & Run[/b] (All Missions or Any%; Estimate 2:05:00 or 1:40:00):
It's a little unorthodox to have a two hour licensed game on the list for AGDQ, but this run has received an extremely positive reception every time I've done it for an online marathon. It's a solid GTA clone and the route is similar to Vice City's. You simultaneously complete GTA-like vehicle missions and collect coins to be able to afford the items you need to complete the game. Any% involves a major skip that cuts out a lot of gameplay in a boring way, making All Missions the preferred category. [url=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=141CRHoMmLM]Link to my Any% PB / WR since the game is a little obscure[/url]

[b]Animal Crossing[/b] (Any% or All Debts; Estimate: 0:20:00 or 1:40:00):
Any% is a fun little category that I'm able to hype up, and there's a built-in donation incentive. I did it during SRG Marathon and everyone had a great time; I'm not sure if you'd want to include it in a more “serious” speedrunning marathon. As for All Debts, there is a route for this that involves duping and time travel; shoutouts to Fasch. I heard Bosby might want to do this, too; if he's okay with a race of either category, I would be too. Both categories have a ton of donation incentives.

Yagamoth

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INTJ

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#. Game, category [Estimate hh:mm:ss]
- About the category / estimate
- About the game
- Special

1. Secret of Mana, any% coop [2:30:00]
- Coop with Luigimeister and StingerPA. I'm confident to beat the estimate even in case we would happen to have terrible luck and even a death
- I don't think I have to say much about the game itself since it's well known. It's mostly a lot of glitches, skips and manipulation. Running this in coop has the amazing advantage of not having to deal with the AI companions.

2. I Wanna Be The Guy, ~glitchless (Maybe some glitches for showoff though) [00:40:00]
- Glitchless shows most of the games content and is probably the best marathon watch
- The game itself is widely known as "unfair" and "difficult", which in turn makes it even more enjoyable to watch if done without too many deaths.
- I really hope Tenshots can attend AGDQ, since he is currently the best runner of this game. If not - I'll be picking this game up (As in: If he suggests, I commentate). Further, since KayinN (the developer) is a speedrunning fan himself, I already spoke with him and he'd be up for dev commentary.

3. I Wanna Be The Guy: Gaiden, any% and/or curse% [00:10:00 +/ 00:10:00]
- Running this game by itself doesn't make much sense, so it is absolutely tied to the original IWBTG
- IWBTG:G is the sequel to the original and features a grappling hook as tool. The run is very short and looks very smooth if everything goes well. Curse% is basically the higher difficulty with a twist
- As with IWBTG, I can guarantee that KayinN (The developer) will be up for dev commentary. (One thing though - unlike other devs he is already well informed about all the speedrunning tricks/glitches (and embraces them :P). So from him you can hear more explanation and less of the "What?")

4. I Wanna Be The Boshy, no major skips [01:15:00] or any% [01:05:00]
- Both estimates account for massive Screwups and the special donation incentive boss where Twitch chat is guaranteed to freak out (-> Kappa).
- Even without link to the original IWBTG this is a good watch. It has only few troll moments and generally heavily emphasizes on very difficult precision platforming. It's a very polished game overall, easy to understand and watch and contains a ton of references and ridiculous moments.
- Edit: In case CosmicSense would like to run this, I'll gladly sit back and do commentary instead (I know Kalemandu doesn't plan on attending AGDQ).
- Edit 2: I just saw Irelandofendor is suggesting it on the next page, and I'd be happy to give it to him and focus on my other games instead. He is at present time better than me and it seems to be his only game suggested.

http://www.twitch.tv/yagamoth

[b]#. Game, category [Estimate hh:mm:ss][/b]
- About the category / estimate
- About the game
- Special

[b]1. Secret of Mana, any% coop [2:30:00][/b]
- Coop with Luigimeister and StingerPA. I'm confident to beat the estimate even in case we would happen to have terrible luck and even a death
- I don't think I have to say much about the game itself since it's well known. It's mostly a lot of glitches, skips and manipulation. Running this in coop has the amazing advantage of not having to deal with the AI companions.

[b]2. I Wanna Be The Guy, ~glitchless (Maybe some glitches for showoff though) [00:40:00][/b]
- Glitchless shows most of the games content and is probably the best marathon watch
- The game itself is widely known as "unfair" and "difficult", which in turn makes it even more enjoyable to watch if done without too many deaths.
- I really hope Tenshots can attend AGDQ, since he is currently the best runner of this game. If not - I'll be picking this game up (As in: If he suggests, I commentate). Further, since KayinN (the developer) is a speedrunning fan himself, I already spoke with him and he'd be up for dev commentary.

[b]3. I Wanna Be The Guy: Gaiden, any% and/or curse% [00:10:00 +/ 00:10:00][/b]
- Running this game by itself doesn't make much sense, so it is absolutely tied to the original IWBTG
- IWBTG:G is the sequel to the original and features a grappling hook as tool. The run is very short and looks very smooth if everything goes well. Curse% is basically the higher difficulty with a twist
- As with IWBTG, I can guarantee that KayinN (The developer) will be up for dev commentary. (One thing though - unlike other devs he is already well informed about all the speedrunning tricks/glitches (and embraces them :P). So from him you can hear more explanation and less of the "What?")

[b]4. I Wanna Be The Boshy, no major skips [01:15:00] or any% [01:05:00] [/b]
- Both estimates account for massive Screwups and the special donation incentive boss where Twitch chat is guaranteed to freak out (-> Kappa).
- Even without link to the original IWBTG this is a good watch. It has only few troll moments and generally heavily emphasizes on very difficult precision platforming. It's a very polished game overall, easy to understand and watch and contains a ton of references and ridiculous moments.
- Edit: In case CosmicSense would like to run this, I'll gladly sit back and do commentary instead (I know Kalemandu doesn't plan on attending AGDQ).
- Edit 2: I just saw Irelandofendor is suggesting it on the next page, and I'd be happy to give it to him and focus on my other games instead. He is at present time better than me and it seems to be his only game suggested.

ChocoPoptart

2013-08-17 04:56:12 pm

My Twitch: http://twitch.tv/chocopoptartftw

1. Antichamber - Any% [0:10]
This is a fast paced non-linear puzzle game for PC that has a lot of game content in a short period of time. Because it's a non-linear game, it allows the game to be completed relatively quickly. I've been running this game since the day after it was released. I think it's an interesting game to not only play, but to watch as well.

2. Nitronic Rush - Hardcore Levels [0:20]
An arcade style racing game also for PC. This run goes through the 8 Hardcore Levels, in which flying is disabled. It's a very beautiful game with fun racing mechanics and some crazy speedrun strats. I currently hold the WR for this category and would love to run it during the marathon Smiley

Iceplug

2013-08-17 05:10:07 pm

Antarctic Wind

http://www.twitch.tv/iceplug

Gunpoint, any% w/ skips [20:00] Click for video:
Somewhat popular indie title released for the PC earlier this year. Benefits from non-linear planning with a decent amount of skill involved for a run (of course, IMO). Current PB is 12:57, which skips two ~minute long missions using the menu skip option.

Krusty's Super Fun House, any% [2:10:00]
Old, odd, somewhat obscure game in the Simpson's franchise for the Super NES (it's been remade for a few consoles). It's a puzzle game where you have to use different items to get rats into the giant rat trap set up in each stage. Current PB is 1:49:37, with videos available via twitch.

UrBoyGraham

2013-08-17 05:10:51 pm

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1. Jet Set Radio Future - Any% [2:25:00]
This game has an amazing sound track and art style, and also has a decent cult following. It is a pretty chill run with a few major skips, along with some interesting boss battles and races. In addition to this, this is the sequel to Jet Set Radio, which was played at the previous AGDQ. The concept of the game is pretty different while still being interesting, so I think it would be a cool addition in the marathon.

Ballyn

2013-08-17 05:11:53 pm

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-={ Antichamber }=-
=( Any% / 120 Signs )=
-[ 8:00 / 22:00 ]-
~ Old PB ~
This is a fast-paced game with a lot of fast-paced action and bright and interesting colors to really pop. My current Any% time is about 5:00 and I get sub 6:00 with a lot of consistency and by the time AGDQ rolls around I hope to have a consistent time of sub-5. I would be willing to race this with others too as there are a bunch of runners.

I don't know the route for 120 signs yet but could easily learn it before AGDQ since I know so much about the game intself it would just be learning the route.

-={ Red Faction 2 }=-
=( Any % )=
-[ 1:25:00 ]-
~ WR/PB 1:17:XX ~

First person shooter on the PC that no one but me runs. It has a few rail segments that could be used for silly donations like the SGDQ singing and fusion dance donations or that could be used as time to catch up on donations if you fall behind. It has true boss fights as well and the non-rail segments can look pretty interesting. Also, it has a shotgun that shoots grenades... c'mon.

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[url=http://www.twitch.tv/literallyballyn]Twitch Page[/url]

-={ Antichamber }=-
=( Any% / 120 Signs )=
-[ 8:00 / 22:00 ]-
~ [url=http://www.twitch.tv/literallyballyn/c/2625638]Old PB[/url] ~
This is a fast-paced game with a lot of fast-paced action and bright and interesting colors to really pop. My current Any% time is about 5:00 and I get sub 6:00 with a lot of consistency and by the time AGDQ rolls around I hope to have a consistent time of sub-5. I would be willing to race this with others too as there are a bunch of runners.

I don't know the route for 120 signs yet but could easily learn it before AGDQ since I know so much about the game intself it would just be learning the route.

-={ Red Faction 2 }=-
=( Any % )=
-[ 1:25:00 ]-
~ [url=http://www.twitch.tv/literallyballyn/c/2392419]WR/PB 1:17:XX[/url] ~

First person shooter on the PC that no one but me runs. It has a few rail segments that could be used for silly donations like the SGDQ singing and fusion dance donations or that could be used as time to catch up on donations if you fall behind. It has true boss fights as well and the non-rail segments can look pretty interesting. Also, it has a shotgun that shoots grenades... c'mon.

Wayvez

2013-08-17 05:15:20 pm

Nice moves for a triangle.

This what I can play at AGDQ. This time is an overestimate to compensate for little mistakes and RNG.

My twitch page is www.twitch.tv/wayvez

1.Alien Soldier [Wii VC] (Hard Mode) [Estimate 0:53:00] This is a game should have been called "Boss Rush" the game. It has non-stop action and interesting visuals that provide some pretty entertaining moments in the run. In short your an Eagle-man and you blast alien and mutants.

Kind of short, however this is the only game I'd feel comfortable running at Marathon if deemed fit to run. I'd be willing to play this at any time slot available. Also if anyone would like to do a co-op game I'd be interested in that. If it fits the time constraints.

Mitorequiem

2013-08-17 05:16:55 pm

Wazzzaaa

Twitch page: http://www.twitch.tv/MitoRequiem

1. X2 Any% [0:55:00]
I'm a good friend of Zewings and I would like to race him in X2.

2. X3 Any% [1:00:00]
I would like to request a race against Zewing in this category and I'm confident I can give Zewing a run for his money in this race Smiley

Neviutz

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Speed is all that matters.

Twitch: http://twitch.tv/neviutz

All runs are Any%/Beat the game!

- Final Fantasy XIII-2 [3:45:00]
Option of cutscene skipping makes this a pretty quick run. None of the newer FF games have been at a big marathon yet as far as I remember, so this probably wouldn't be a bad start.
(With a bit of extra time (~15 minutes due to more RNG involved) the monster crystal route used for the run could be a donation incentive.

- Catherine [1:50:00 - This also includes the time for watching the endings]
Like Gamingnerd said, it was very well received during ESA mostly because the majority was done blindfolded. I also agree with what else he said.
A race of this would work out quite well too since we'll probably be head on for most of the time despite using slightly different strategies every now and then.
Donation incentives: Ending Choices (and Blindfolded - needs another ~15 minutes of time)

- Resonance of Fate [4:15:00]
One of the more underrated JRPGs with a more original battle system.
Thanks to getting in contact with the only other runner of this game I was able to improve the route for this a bit more since the ESA run.
Same as with FFXIII-2, cutscene skip makes this relatively quick of a game to run.

Twitch: http://twitch.tv/neviutz

All runs are Any%/Beat the game!

[b]- Final Fantasy XIII-2 [3:45:00][/b]
Option of cutscene skipping makes this a pretty quick run. None of the newer FF games have been at a big marathon yet as far as I remember, so this probably wouldn't be a bad start.
(With a bit of extra time (~15 minutes due to more RNG involved) the monster crystal route used for the run could be a donation incentive.

[b]- Catherine [1:50:00 - This also includes the time for watching the endings][/b]
Like Gamingnerd said, it was very well received during ESA mostly because the majority was done blindfolded. I also agree with what else he said.
A race of this would work out quite well too since we'll probably be head on for most of the time despite using slightly different strategies every now and then.
Donation incentives: Ending Choices (and Blindfolded - needs another ~15 minutes of time)

[b]- Resonance of Fate [4:15:00][/b]
One of the more underrated JRPGs with a more original battle system.
Thanks to getting in contact with the only other runner of this game I was able to improve the route for this a bit more since the ESA run.
Same as with FFXIII-2, cutscene skip makes this relatively quick of a game to run.

Ballyn

2013-08-17 05:17:50 pm

Sorry for double posting (won't let me log-in still or edit the guest post).

I would be completely OK with doing graveyard shift on either RF2 or AC runs. I'm a late-nighter type anyway.

duckfist

2013-08-17 05:21:05 pm

duckfist: http://www.twitch.tv/duckfist

1. Ninja Gaiden 2 NES - any%, sword-only, or pacifist (bidding war)
- any% [0:15:00] - PB is 10:40, WR is 10:36. Solid NES platformer with amazing music and lots of action. This category leverages Fire Wheel and Shadow Clones to rip through everything.
- sword-only [0:20:00] - PB/WR is 13:58. Essentially low% with health drops. More damage boosts, longer boss fights, and the final boss rush is really intense.
- pacifist [0:20:00] - PB/WR is 16:22. Can't pick up items or kill enemies. Tons of damage boosts and death abuse. These are very short runs and have lots of hype but with little impact on the schedule.

2. Super C [0:20:00] - Coop with Countdown42. High-level Bare-chested button mashing, killing aliens with rippling biceps.

Sorry I didn't offer MMU or Adventure Island III. I didn't feel up for the former, and the latter turned out to be much too volatile for a marathon.

Zephyrz

2013-08-17 05:24:37 pm

I don't have any of my runs recorded for ABaHB: Rescue of Princess Blobette but the route is almost identical to the TAS, the only difference is the deathwarp after rescuing the princess. I end up still down low and have to trampoline my way back up instead of the TAS warping back to the beginning and working back down. Here's the video for that: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=7q_j5j5-t9M
(Shoutouts to Aqfaq because without him I would've never known this game existed.)

As for the Antichamber I easily recommend picking either of the other people over me. I know the game, but they know it much better than I do.

firedragon764

2013-08-17 05:28:42 pm

Stream: http://www.twitch.tv/firedragon764

1. Mario Kart 64 (150cc All Cups No Skips) [Estimate 50:00] - This category drives through every cup without unintended skips. My PB is 40:49 at the moment. A race with Almo & Fullmetal would be intense as our times are close together!

stonenot

2013-08-17 05:34:21 pm

http://www.twitch.tv/stonenot_ haven't been able to stream hardly at all, but i'm moving out in a week so i will be able to a lot.

Fallout 3 [0:30:00]
Tons of new skips since Romscout played it a couple of years back. Lots of out of bounds that is very interesting (in my opinion). If kraflab has already offered this or if he does offer this go ahead and ignore my offer. (unless he wants to race! Smiley

)

Also, what about a giant bingo race for Ocarina of Time or something? I'd be willing to participate in that if a lot of people will.

xfullmetal17

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2013-08-17 05:34:29 pm

wibbly wobbly timey wimey

http://twitch.tv/xfullmetal17

Here's just in case I can make it... (since I can always back out)
DuckTales Remastered - I've been having a lot of fun with this trying to optimize routes and the like. Plus it has donation incentives/wars: incentives for cutscenes and donation war for which music to use (remix vs retro). Estimate (assuming no cutscenes): 55:00 but it'll definitely go lower by AGDQ

Braid - Ran it at SGDQ but want to do it justice now that I have the "first marathon" jitters out of me. Estimate: 37 minutes.

I'll throw in Mario Kart 64 as well, if firedragon764 is up for a race. My PB is ~57 minutes right now I think. (But that's with a couple choke courses)

I'm not 100% sure I can make AGDQ so I might have to hold onto these for SGDQ '14.

ShinerCCC

2013-08-17 05:34:49 pm

Yes, a worthless avatar riding my posts.

It's about time I ask to play a game at AGDQ. Been watching these since the first one and it's still great.
My stream is http://twitch.tv/shinerccc

I want to run:
1. Faxanadu - [Estimate 35:00] Well I have WR, and Mike Uyammer himself probably remembers the hype around this run...my best times are sub 30 minutes but I'm consistent enough at this game to always finish in less than 35 minutes. Even if I get a run-killing death I can use a password to recover. There's a frame-sensitive trick that involves pausing the game during the frame where a timer is decremented to extend Wing Boots, an item that lets you fly temporarily. We had Breakdown run it at the very first AGDQ and he lamented I couldn't be there to demonstrate the better strats, so let's finally have our runback, eh? I can also race this with Boxfat/PresJPolk if they're coming, or they can provide commentary. Donation incentive is to make a very risky ointment skip in the Black Onyx tower, which also changes the route later on to save further time, but if it's met then we have a shot at the WR.

2. Super Turrican [Estimate 18:00] - I'm still practicing this, but it's a fast-paced platformer with a cool movement option: a roll that comes on a limited meter that only refills when you reach the next level. The roll is a bit tricky to control because you can bounce and you can only uncurl while rolling on the ground (not airborne) so one has to avoid costly bounces and tumbling into the ocean. Also there's some RNG from hidden powerup buckets, sometimes you get temporary invincibility which helps a lot. Watch the TAS to see the potential with this. The music is also amazing. My PB so far is around 16:30 but I'm striving to breach the 16 soon. I'll have this ready in time for AGDQ if it's chosen. Donation incentive is to sing the amazing soundtrack while playing.

might edit to add more games later but those are the two main ones I want to suggest.

It's about time I ask to play a game at AGDQ. Been watching these since the first one and it's still great.
My stream is http://twitch.tv/shinerccc

I want to run:
1. Faxanadu - [Estimate 35:00] Well I have WR, and Mike Uyammer himself probably remembers the hype around this run...my best times are sub 30 minutes but I'm consistent enough at this game to always finish in less than 35 minutes. Even if I get a run-killing death I can use a password to recover. There's a frame-sensitive trick that involves pausing the game during the frame where a timer is decremented to extend Wing Boots, an item that lets you fly temporarily. We had Breakdown run it at the very first AGDQ and he lamented I couldn't be there to demonstrate the better strats, so let's finally have our runback, eh? I can also race this with Boxfat/PresJPolk if they're coming, or they can provide commentary. Donation incentive is to make a very risky ointment skip in the Black Onyx tower, which also changes the route later on to save further time, but if it's met then we have a shot at the WR.

2. Super Turrican [Estimate 18:00] - I'm still practicing this, but it's a fast-paced platformer with a cool movement option: a roll that comes on a limited meter that only refills when you reach the next level. The roll is a bit tricky to control because you can bounce and you can only uncurl while rolling on the ground (not airborne) so one has to avoid costly bounces and tumbling into the ocean. Also there's some RNG from hidden powerup buckets, sometimes you get temporary invincibility which helps a lot. Watch the TAS to see the potential with this. The music is also amazing. My PB so far is around 16:30 but I'm striving to breach the 16 soon. I'll have this ready in time for AGDQ if it's chosen. Donation incentive is to sing the amazing soundtrack while playing.

might edit to add more games later but those are the two main ones I want to suggest.

dertswa687o

2013-08-17 05:39:01 pm

Twitch: ---

1. Akai Katana [Estimate 0:40:00] - True Last Boss attempt (which is deathless), fallback is a guaranteed 1CC
Bullet hell game developed by the bullet hell masters, Cave. Not a speedrun, but a display of skill. There's a lot to commentate on like when to switch forms, bomb, and even how the game works.

Here's a video of an (arguably) harder run I did where you're not allowed to switch forms:

I own no recording equipment whatsoever (hence why I have no twitch) so that was recorded with my laptop's webcam...