If you’re in need of a gaming session that’ll lift your spirits, you definitely have to check out this Crazy Taxi speedrun.
Crazy Taxi is one of those quintessential video games that feels like part of the cultural gaming fabric. It’s loud, chaotic, and almost universally enjoyed by those who spot it in an arcade with an “Oh man, I haven’t played Crazy Taxi in ages! Let’s do a few rounds!” vibe. It’s a timeless classic you can never go wrong with. And for the first time in around ten years, Crazy Taxi hit the stage at the renowned charity event, Awesome Games Done Quick. But this wasn’t your typical speedrun. Nope, this one was accompanied by a live band dishing out a string of pop punk hits, adding just the right amount of wild, fun, and goofy energy you’d expect.
The speedrunner, known as Chuckles825, is on a mission to complete the game in record time, which is the essence of any speedrun, really. However, unlike most runs where there’s a lot of commentary explaining the runner’s moves, this run takes a different approach. With a live band jamming alongside, commentary takes a back seat because it’s tricky to narrate over that kind of live mayhem. The band, which has to keenly follow the progression of the game as they play, adds a unique layer to the performance. They pause as soon as a level concludes or restarts, creating opportunities for shared laughs and surprises.
Awesome Games Done Quick has wrapped up this year’s event with resounding success, raising an impressive $2,556,305 for the Prevent Cancer Foundation. This staggering sum consistently supports an important cause. If you’re on the lookout for more engaging content, there’s a treasure trove of entertaining runs uploaded to the official Games Done Quick YouTube channel. It’s a perfect destination if you have some time to spare.
Oh, and before you go, here’s a fun tidbit: there’s a new open-world MMO Crazy Taxi game in development. It might sound unconventional, but it could be an exciting twist for fans of the classic.
