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Speedrunner Revives Crazy Taxi, Raises $2.5M for Charity

1/14/2025

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Chuckles825 Revives Crazy Taxi

At Awesome Games Done Quick 2025, speedrunner chuckles825 brought Crazy Taxi back to life after a decade, captivating the audience with a thrilling run accompanied by the punk rock band Limiter Cut. This innovative fusion of speedrunning and live music not only entertained but also raised an impressive $2.5 million for charity, showcasing the power of gaming for a good cause.

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Games Raise Millions

Awesome Games Done Quick 2025 shattered expectations, raising over $2.5 million for the Prevent Cancer Foundation. The week was filled with thrilling speedruns, including a mesmerizing Super Metroid run with a map randomizer and quirky challenges using alternative controllers. This event not only celebrated gaming innovation but also highlighted the community's unwavering dedication to charity, amassing over $54 million since 2010.

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Chuckles825 Revives Crazy Taxi

At Awesome Games Done Quick 2025, speedrunner chuckles825 brought Crazy Taxi back to life after a decade, captivating the audience with a thrilling run accompanied by the punk rock band Limiter Cut. This innovative fusion of speedrunning and live music not only entertained but also raised an impressive $2.5 million for charity, showcasing the power of gaming for a good cause.

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