The Summer Games Done Quick 2025 event concluded successfully, raising an impressive $2,436,614 (approximately £1.8 million) for Doctors Without Borders. This week-long charity speedrunning marathon took place in Minnesota, attracting thousands of attendees and an even larger online audience via Twitch. Participants showcased their skills with popular speedruns from games like Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, Balatro, and Super Mario Maker 2. Highlights included a spirited AEW Fight Forever segment, turning the event into an exhilarating wrestling spectacle. Upcoming events include the all-women speedrunning showcase Flame Fatales and the new Games Done Queer, both aimed at promoting diversity within the gaming community.

What games were featured at Summer Games Done Quick 2025?

Featured games included Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, Balatro, Super Mario Maker 2, Blue Prince, Mario Kart World, and Beat Saber, showcasing a mix of action, strategy, and rhythm genres.

Games Done Quick is a series of charity events that began in 2010 and have become a staple in the gaming community. They focus on speedrunning, where players complete games as quickly as possible, often using interesting and creative techniques. The events not only entertain but also raise significant funds for charitable causes, demonstrating the gaming community's positive impact beyond just gaming.