If you’re looking for a quick dose of gaming excitement that will lift your spirits, you’ve got to check out this Crazy Taxi speedrun.
Crazy Taxi is one of those iconic games, known for its over-the-top action and loud, boisterous energy. It’s the kind of game you stumble upon in an arcade and think, “Wow, it’s been ages since I played Crazy Taxi; let’s dive in for a few rounds!” It’s a classic choice, and this year, after a decade-long hiatus, it made a spectacular return at the annual Awesome Games Done Quick charity event. But this wasn’t just any speedrun. Picture this: a live band rocking out with a medley of pop punk tunes accompanying the gameplay. It’s every bit as outrageous, entertaining, and fun as you’d expect from such a mash-up.
In this particular run, a speedrunner named Chuckles825 takes the wheel, aiming to complete the game in record time. While most speedruns feature a play-by-play commentary explaining the runner’s strategy, this one is a little different. The presence of a live band makes it challenging to chat while playing. The result is an exhilarating watch, as the band has to stay on their toes, pausing abruptly at the end of each level or the start of a new one, providing plenty of chuckles along the way.
Awesome Games Done Quick wrapped up recently, and this year they managed to raise over $2.5 million for the Prevent Cancer Foundation. That’s a staggering sum for a great cause! If you’re looking for some entertaining content, you’ll find plenty of other unique runs uploaded to the official Games Done Quick YouTube channel, perfect for whiling away a few hours.
And hey, here’s something to look forward to—a new, open-world MMO version of Crazy Taxi is also in the pipeline. It might sound a bit unconventional, but it sure is intriguing!
