Drop All Plans — Summer Games Done Quick Is Here!
Beginning today at 1 PM, and running through next Saturday, the Internet’s most hypnotic Let’s Play series returns for another marathon of record-busting madness! It’s Games Done Quick, and whether in its Awesome or Summer variations, it’s always addicting to watch, especially live. Expert gamers from around the nation blaze through the most famous and/or toughest video games in interactive entertainment history, using death-defying leaps and glitch exploits to accomplish their goals.
Summer Games Done Quick is, as it’s always been, a charity event, though the charitable organization that benefits differs each time. This particular marathon benefits Doctors Without Borders, a non-governmental humanitarian organization that delivers medical care and supplies to third-world nations that desperately need it. As you watch, throw in a few bucks if you have them — it’s tax-deductible and you will be put in the running for some good prizes depending on the tier you pay for.
Games Done Quick has supported Doctors Without Borders three previous times. The last marathon that went to them ended up raising over $718,000, and this year GDQ is hoping to crack a million. Given that the revenue has grown each time the marathon has been held, they stand a good chance.
When are your favorite games being played? Check here for the schedule, and check here to start watching. Just be warned that once you start, you can’t stop.