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Summer Games Done Quick Wraps Up With $2.4 Million Raised for Doctors Without Borders

The Minnesota speedrunning marathon concluded with thousands of fans onsite, paving the way for Flame Fatales in September followed by Games Done Queer in late October.

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Speedrunner Shayy playing Deltarune in the finale of Summer Games Done Quick 2025.
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Overview

  • The week-long nonstop livestream from July 6 to 13 featured hundreds of runners tackling titles from mainstream hits to obscure gems to support the charity.
  • Viewers donated a total of $2,436,614 during the event, bringing Games Done Quick’s lifetime fundraising beyond $55 million.
  • Thousands attended the in-person showcases and tens of thousands more joined via Twitch, highlighting the series’ growing community engagement.
  • Interactive bid wars and unique challenges, including a glitchless run of Deltarune, allowed fans to influence gameplay in real time.
  • Upcoming specialized marathons include the all-female Flame Fatales event September 7–14 and the inaugural Games Done Queer from October 31 to November 2.