Awesome Games Done Quick 2026 just raised an impressive $2.44 million (£1.8 million) for the Prevent Cancer Foundation. This exciting annual speedrunning event wrapped up early today in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with a thrilling Pokémon Emerald run.
As always, the event attracted thousands of in-person guests, while live streams on platforms like Twitch and YouTube brought the excitement to fans around the world. Some standout moments from this year included a quirky Resident Evil 2 Remake run using a Guitar Hero controller and a massive 70-person relay race of Super Mario 64.
The atmosphere was electric, with fans donning creative French-style cosplay during segments like “Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.”
Since it began in 2010, Games Done Quick has raised over $59.8 million for various charities, including notable causes like the Malala Fund and the Organization for Autism Research. It’s incredible to see how gamers can come together for such important missions.
Looking ahead, the next event is set for February 5th in Minneapolis, where funds will be raised for Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières. It’s worth noting that the previous Summer Games Done Quick raised $2,436,614 for the same charity, highlighting the ongoing commitment of the gaming community.
A 2021 study from the Nonprofit Research Collaborative indicated that fundraising through events like these can significantly increase awareness about pressing issues like health care access. Engaging communities online has also shown to enhance donations, making events like Games Done Quick essential in today’s fundraising landscape.
