Super Mario 64 speedrunning has reached new heights, thanks to one player's unparalleled dominance. A single speedrunner now holds all five major speedrunning world records, creating a seemingly insurmountable benchmark. Let's delve into this remarkable achievement.
Speedrunner Achieves Unprecedented Mario 64 Dominance
A Monumental Achievement
The Super Mario 64 speedrunning community is buzzing with excitement and admiration following Suigi's historic accomplishment. By claiming the top spot in the highly competitive "70 Star" category, Suigi has become the first person to simultaneously hold world records across all five main Super Mario 64 speedrunning categories. This feat is widely considered unparalleled and potentially unbeatable.
Suigi's record-breaking run, showcased on his YouTube channel GreenSuigi, clocked in at an impressive 46 minutes and 26 seconds. This time beat Japanese speedrunner ikori_o by a mere two seconds – a tiny margin in most contexts, but a significant gap in the ultra-precise world of speedrunning.
Speedrunning commentator and prominent YouTuber Summoning Salt celebrated Suigi's achievement on Twitter (X), calling it "an unbelievable achievement." Salt explained the significance, highlighting the diverse skill sets required for each of the five categories (120 Star, 70 Star, 16 Star, 1 Star, and 0 Star), ranging from short 6-7 minute runs to the longest, exceeding 1 hour and 30 minutes. The ability to dominate all five categories amidst fierce competition is truly extraordinary.
Salt further emphasized Suigi's commanding lead in most categories, noting that no other runner comes close to his times. His 16 Star record, considered the pinnacle of speedrunning categories, set over a year ago, still holds an astounding six-second advantage.
A Contender for Greatest Speedrunner of All Time
Suigi's achievement has resonated deeply within the Super Mario 64 community, with many, including Summoning Salt, hailing him as potentially the greatest player the game has ever seen.
While legendary speedrunners like Cheese and Akki previously dominated individual categories (120 Star and 16 Star respectively), Suigi's unprecedented control over all five major categories, with no immediate challengers, positions him as a strong candidate for one of history's greatest speedrunners.
The overwhelmingly positive community response is noteworthy. Fans celebrate Suigi's dedication and skill, contrasting sharply with other speedrunning communities (e.g., racing games) where such dominance is sometimes viewed as detrimental to competition. In those communities, efforts to dethrone top players are common.
However, the Super Mario 64 community celebrates Suigi's achievement as a testament to the game's enduring challenge and the exceptional talent it continues to attract. The community's supportive reaction underscores the collaborative spirit within this thriving speedrunning scene.
