Guide to Watching Awesome Games Done Quick 2026

Event Launch: Sunday, January 4

Prepare for a week of thrilling speedruns with the Games Done Quick (GDQ) team. Mark your calendars for the inaugural event of the year, Awesome Games Done Quick (AGDQ), commencing on Sunday, January 4, spotlighting Super Mario Sunshine. Contributions made during this event will support the Prevent Cancer Foundation.

From January 4 through 10, AGDQ 2026 promises a nonstop, week-long display of speedruns. Enthusiasts will enjoy sessions from notable 2025 releases like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Hollow Knight: Silksong, and Hades II. Look out for Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, which will be featured in both a conventional run and a competitive 'versus' challenge. Fans of Nintendo classics will not be disappointed, with favorites such as Super Smash Bros. Brawl, Mario Kart World, The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD, and Super Mario 64 included.

A Dive into Quirky Gaming

For those craving eccentric entertainment, GDQ's lineup includes some unconventional gems. Reminisce about long-lost titles like Bill Nye: The Science Guy – Stop the Rock! from 1996 or the 1994 classic, Adventures of Yogi Bear. Moreover, 1980s kids can relive the nostalgia of their childhood with Garbage Pail Kids: Mad Mike and the Quest for Stale Gum, a 2022 release that pays homage to those iconic trading cards.

Tune In and Details

You won't want to miss a minute of AGDQ 2026. The marathon webcast launches on Sunday at 11:30AM ET, available via the official GDQ Twitch channel. Check the complete schedule online for comprehensive details about the festivities.