Unbeatable Mario 64 Speedrun Shatters Records

Super Mario 64 speedrunning just reached a new peak, with one player, Suigi, now holding all five major speedrunning world records. This article explores Suigi's accomplishment and its impact on the speedrunning community.

Speedrunner Dominates Super Mario 64 Speedrunning

An Unprecedented Feat

The Super Mario 64 speedrunning community is buzzing after Suigi achieved the unthinkable: simultaneously holding world records for all five major categories. This is a first in the game's history, a feat many consider nearly impossible to replicate.

Suigi's record-breaking 70-Star run, showcased on his YouTube channel GreenSuigi, clocked in at 46 minutes and 26 seconds, beating ikori_o by a mere two seconds—a testament to the extreme precision demanded by this genre.

Speedrunning commentator Summoning Salt celebrated Suigi's achievement on Twitter (X), calling it "unbelievable." Salt highlighted the diverse skill sets required for each category (120 Star, 70 Star, 16 Star, 1 Star, and 0 Star), ranging from runs lasting just 6-7 minutes to those exceeding 1 hour 30 minutes. Suigi's dominance across all categories is truly exceptional.

Salt emphasized Suigi's significant lead in most categories, particularly his 16-Star record, set over a year ago and still holding a commanding six-second advantage.

A Contender for Greatest of All Time?

Suigi's accomplishment has sparked widespread discussion, with many, including Summoning Salt, suggesting he might be the greatest Super Mario 64 player ever. While legendary runners like Cheese and Akki excelled in specific categories, Suigi's unparalleled dominance across all five major categories, with no immediate competition, solidifies his claim.

The community's overwhelmingly positive response is striking. Unlike some speedrunning communities, where a single player's dominance can be met with attempts to dethrone them, Suigi's achievement is celebrated as a testament to the game's enduring difficulty and the exceptional skill of its players. The reaction underscores the collaborative and supportive nature of the Super Mario 64 speedrunning community.