Flame Dragon Posted July 18, 2009 Report Share Posted July 18, 2009 Their a group of gamers that, as you can guess, play though games as fast as possible. While they do their speed run they have a commentator to make it more enjoyable. Their is more too. They also run donations. You donate money and they give it to different groups. They've done this many times, for many different franchises which include Zelda and Mother. Right now their doing a 2 day marathon of RE. The money is going to The Diabetes Research and Wellness Foundation. Also this time around they are getting backed by THE Capcom. So check it out if you have nothing to do and if you want donate money. If it's nothing else it is fun to watch. So here is the linkhttp://www.thespeedgamers.com/ And while your at it talk about this idea, and what you think of it. I've never really watch till now, but I'm really enjoying it. Also the commentary might get PG13 rated or MAYBE higher, so I'm going to say now don't blame me. (I REALLY don't think it will, but I'm just saying this so I don't get in trouble). for all those that want numbers hereTheSpeedGamers have been streaming video game marathons for over a year to raise money for various charities. In total they have raised over $90,000 dollars and played 13 marathons. [spoiler=List of TSG Marathons]Zelda Marathon (March 2008) Series: The Legend of ZeldaDate: March 14-17, 2008Length: 72 hoursGames: Zelda I, Zelda II, Zelda: A Link to the Past, Zelda: Ocarina of Time, Zelda: Majora’s Mask, Zelda: The Wind Waker, Zelda: Twilight PrincessCharity/money raised: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital / $1,090.00 Zelda Marathon (June 2008) Series: The Legend of ZeldaDate: June 13-16, 2008Length: 72 hoursGames: Zelda I, Zelda II, Zelda: A Link to the Past, Zelda: Ocarina of Time, Zelda: Majora’s Mask, Zelda: The Wind Waker, Zelda: Twilight PrincessCharity/money raised: Giggles Therapy (Autism) / $1,450.75 Mario Marathon (July 2008) Series: Super MarioDate: July 11-13, 2008Length: 48 hoursGames: Mario, Mario 2, Mario 2 (Lost Levels), Mario 3, Super Mario World, Super Mario World 2, Super Mario 64, Luigi’s Mansion, Mario Sunshine, Mario GalaxyCharity/money raised: No charity Metroid Marathon (August 2008) Series: MetroidDate: August 15-18, 2008Length: 72 hoursGames: Metroid, Metroid II, Super Metroid, Metroid Prime, Metroid Prime 2, Metroid Prime 3, Metroid: Zero Mission, Metroid: Fusion, Metroid Prime: HuntersCharity/money raised: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital / $6,123.79 Mother/Earthbound Marathon (August 2008) Series: Earthbound/MotherDate: August 28-31, 2008Length: 55 hoursGames: Mother 1 (Earthbound Zero), Mother 2 (Earthbound), Mother 3Charity/money raised: PK Siege / PK callin, to bring Earthbound to North America Halo Marathon (September 2008) Series: HaloDate: September 26-28, 2008Length: 24 hoursGames: Halo1, Halo 2, Halo 3Charity/money raised: No charity Halloween Marathon (October 2008) Series: Horror CompilationDate: October 31-November 2, 2008Length: 48 hoursGames: Resident Evil 4, Eternal Darkness, Dead Space, Condemned, Half-Life 2, BioShock, Portal (extra time)Charity/money raised: Lupus Foundation of America / $1,060.00 Pokémon Marathon (December 2008) Series: Pokémon (goal: Catch 491 Pokemon)Date: December 19-22, 2008Length: 72 hoursGames: Pokémon Versions: Fire Red, Leaf Green, Ruby, Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl; Pokémon: Gale of Darkness, Pokémon Colosseum + North American and Japanese Bonus Discs, Pokémon Ranger: Shadow of Almia, My Pokémon RanchCharity/money raised: ACT Today (Autism Care and Treatment) / $5,923.69 Zelda Marathon (March 2009) Series: The Legend of ZeldaDate: March 13-16, 2009Length: 72 hoursGames:The Legend of Zelda, Zelda II: The Adventure of Link, A Link to the Past, Link’s Awakening, The Ocarina of Time, Majora’s Mask, Oracle of Ages, Oracle of Seasons, The Wind Waker, The Minish Cap, Twilight Princess, Phantom Hourglass, Four Swords AdventureCharity/money raised: Ally’s House / $6,235.39 Mother/Earthbound Marathon (May 2009) Series: Mother/EarthboundDate: May 15-18, 2009Length: 72 hoursGames: Mother 1 (Earthbound Zero), Mother 2 (Earthbound), Mother 3 (English patch)Charity/money raised: Susan G. Komen / $10,586.00 Metal Gear Marathon (June 2009) Series: Metal GearDate: June 19-22, 2009Length: 72 hoursGames: Metal Gear: Ghost Babel, Metal Gear Solid, Metal Gear Solid: Twins Snakes, Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty, Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater, Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the PatriotsCharity/money raised: No charity Final Fantasy Marathon (July 2009) Series: Final FantasyDate: July 17-24, 2009Length: 168 hours (1 week)Games: Final Fantasy I (PS), Final Fantasy II (Dawn of Souls – GBA), Final Fantasy III (DS), Final Fantasy IV (II – SNES), Final Fantasy V (GBA), Final Fantasy VI (III – SNES), Final Fantasy VII, Final Fantasy VIII, Final Fantasy IX, Final Fantasy X (incomplete), Final Fantasy XI (side addition), Final Fantasy XII (not started)Charity/money raised: ACT Today / $50,734.63 Mega Man Marathon (August 2009) Series: Mega ManDate: August 14-17, 2009Length: 72 hoursGames: Mega Man 1, Mega Man 2, Mega Man 3, Mega Man 4, Mega Man 5, Mega Man 6, Mega Man 7, Mega Man 8, Mega Man 9, Mega Man and Bass, Mega Man X1, Mega Man X2, Mega Man X3, Mega Man X4, Mega Man X5, Mega Man X6, Mega Man X8, Mega Man X Command Mission, Mega Man 64 (Legends), Mega Man Legends 2, Mega Man Battle Network 3 BlueCharity/money raised: Earth Day Network / $7,188.06 TheSpeedGamers are based in the Dallas-Fort Worth area of Texas, but have members from around the world. 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OMGAKITTY Posted July 18, 2009 Report Share Posted July 18, 2009 An interesting idea, although most RPGs are really easy to breeze through after you've played them a couple of times. Good for them, using video games to raise charity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flame Dragon Posted July 18, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 18, 2009 An interesting idea' date=' although most RPGs are really easy to breeze through after you've played them a couple of times. Good for them, using video games to raise charity.[/quote'] It's not just RPGs. They've done Metroid and Halo. Yea, the charity thing is really cool, plus they're funny. Also, I might sticky this since this is for a good cause and it's funny. Any one against this idea? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flame Dragon Posted October 31, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 31, 2009 The speed gamers are doing another maration. This one will be short (48 hours) but it should be just as good. Hell, he could be one of the tbest with the CAPCOM backing them and giving them some prizes to give away. We're a bit more then 2 hours in so check it out and give some money if you can. FYI, the money this time is going to The Diabetes Research and Wellness Foundation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fenrir Posted October 31, 2009 Report Share Posted October 31, 2009 Sounds interesting. I would love it if they did one of say, Fire Emblem? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flame Dragon Posted November 1, 2009 Author Report Share Posted November 1, 2009 Sounds interesting. I would love it if they did one of say' date=' Fire Emblem?[/quote'] They have not. This is their current list Zelda Marathon (March 2008) Series: The Legend of ZeldaDate: March 14-17, 2008Length: 72 hoursGames: Zelda I, Zelda II, Zelda: A Link to the Past, Zelda: Ocarina of Time, Zelda: Majora’s Mask, Zelda: The Wind Waker, Zelda: Twilight PrincessCharity/money raised: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital / $1,090.00 Zelda Marathon (June 2008) Series: The Legend of ZeldaDate: June 13-16, 2008Length: 72 hoursGames: Zelda I, Zelda II, Zelda: A Link to the Past, Zelda: Ocarina of Time, Zelda: Majora’s Mask, Zelda: The Wind Waker, Zelda: Twilight PrincessCharity/money raised: Giggles Therapy (Autism) / $1,450.75 Mario Marathon (July 2008) Series: Super MarioDate: July 11-13, 2008Length: 48 hoursGames: Mario, Mario 2, Mario 2 (Lost Levels), Mario 3, Super Mario World, Super Mario World 2, Super Mario 64, Luigi’s Mansion, Mario Sunshine, Mario GalaxyCharity/money raised: No charity Metroid Marathon (August 2008) Series: MetroidDate: August 15-18, 2008Length: 72 hoursGames: Metroid, Metroid II, Super Metroid, Metroid Prime, Metroid Prime 2, Metroid Prime 3, Metroid: Zero Mission, Metroid: Fusion, Metroid Prime: HuntersCharity/money raised: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital / $6,123.79 Mother/Earthbound Marathon (August 2008) Series: Earthbound/MotherDate: August 28-31, 2008Length: 55 hoursGames: Mother 1 (Earthbound Zero), Mother 2 (Earthbound), Mother 3Charity/money raised: PK Siege / PK callin, to bring Earthbound to North America Halo Marathon (September 2008) Series: HaloDate: September 26-28, 2008Length: 24 hoursGames: Halo1, Halo 2, Halo 3Charity/money raised: No charity Halloween Marathon (October 2008) Series: Horror CompilationDate: October 31-November 2, 2008Length: 48 hoursGames: Resident Evil 4, Eternal Darkness, Dead Space, Condemned, Half-Life 2, BioShock, Portal (extra time)Charity/money raised: Lupus Foundation of America / $1,060.00 Pokémon Marathon (December 2008) Series: Pokémon (goal: Catch 491 Pokemon)Date: December 19-22, 2008Length: 72 hoursGames: Pokémon Versions: Fire Red, Leaf Green, Ruby, Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl; Pokémon: Gale of Darkness, Pokémon Colosseum + North American and Japanese Bonus Discs, Pokémon Ranger: Shadow of Almia, My Pokémon RanchCharity/money raised: ACT Today (Autism Care and Treatment) / $5,923.69 Zelda Marathon (March 2009) Series: The Legend of ZeldaDate: March 13-16, 2009Length: 72 hoursGames:The Legend of Zelda, Zelda II: The Adventure of Link, A Link to the Past, Link’s Awakening, The Ocarina of Time, Majora’s Mask, Oracle of Ages, Oracle of Seasons, The Wind Waker, The Minish Cap, Twilight Princess, Phantom Hourglass, Four Swords AdventureCharity/money raised: Ally’s House / $6,235.39 Mother/Earthbound Marathon (May 2009) Series: Mother/EarthboundDate: May 15-18, 2009Length: 72 hoursGames: Mother 1 (Earthbound Zero), Mother 2 (Earthbound), Mother 3 (English patch)Charity/money raised: Susan G. Komen / $10,586.00 Metal Gear Marathon (June 2009) Series: Metal GearDate: June 19-22, 2009Length: 72 hoursGames: Metal Gear: Ghost Babel, Metal Gear Solid, Metal Gear Solid: Twins Snakes, Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty, Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater, Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the PatriotsCharity/money raised: No charity Final Fantasy Marathon (July 2009) Series: Final FantasyDate: July 17-24, 2009Length: 168 hours (1 week)Games: Final Fantasy I (PS), Final Fantasy II (Dawn of Souls – GBA), Final Fantasy III (DS), Final Fantasy IV (II – SNES), Final Fantasy V (GBA), Final Fantasy VI (III – SNES), Final Fantasy VII, Final Fantasy VIII, Final Fantasy IX, Final Fantasy X (incomplete), Final Fantasy XI (side addition), Final Fantasy XII (not started)Charity/money raised: ACT Today / $50,734.63 Mega Man Marathon (August 2009) Series: Mega ManDate: August 14-17, 2009Length: 72 hoursGames: Mega Man 1, Mega Man 2, Mega Man 3, Mega Man 4, Mega Man 5, Mega Man 6, Mega Man 7, Mega Man 8, Mega Man 9, Mega Man and Bass, Mega Man X1, Mega Man X2, Mega Man X3, Mega Man X4, Mega Man X5, Mega Man X6, Mega Man X8, Mega Man X Command Mission, Mega Man 64 (Legends), Mega Man Legends 2, Mega Man Battle Network 3 BlueCharity/money raised: Earth Day Network / $7,188.06 The next one will be for pokemon running 72 hours starting around 12/15. They are going to catch all pokemon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flame Dragon Posted December 19, 2009 Author Report Share Posted December 19, 2009 time to bump again. The pokemon marathon is going one now. They are going to get all pokemon and they will be playing HG and SS, so check it out, and if you can give some money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shatteredfox Posted December 19, 2009 Report Share Posted December 19, 2009 Of course you can find much faster speeds in many other websites and I usually don't even bat an eye to these things because people who say "fastest" usually aren't the fastest and most of them are not enjoyable. However I do enjoy these guys XD, and ofcourse money to charity = don't complain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toffee. Posted December 19, 2009 Report Share Posted December 19, 2009 Best. Job. Ever.[/fact] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeoDemonX Posted December 19, 2009 Report Share Posted December 19, 2009 They are doing a pokemon Marathon right now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sorrow. Posted December 19, 2009 Report Share Posted December 19, 2009 Very nice way of taking your Video Game skills into the community... Well I can do a Adventure game in 2 days or 1... But theese gays are good..Excuse me.guys I mean. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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