challenge runs Archives

AppWizard

April 26, 2025

My favourite Elder Scrolls YouTuber returned after 2 years, and it’s made me fall in love with ridiculous challenge runs all over again

The author has numerous friends on Steam who have been absent for extended periods, with one missing for a year and another for 3,646 days. Micky D, a YouTuber known for his humorous takes on Bethesda games, disappeared for two years after uploading a video about Fallout but recently resurfaced to celebrate the remaster of Oblivion and released a new video titled "Can You Play Daggerfall Without Leaving Daggerfall?". In this video, he explores unconventional gaming challenges, such as navigating Morrowind without sight and defeating a god at level one, highlighting the adaptability and quirks of classic Elder Scrolls titles. The introduction of mods allows players to create unique challenges, showcasing the charm and creativity within the gaming community.

AppWizard

April 21, 2025

One of classic Doom’s most brutal challenge runs is finally conquered after thirteen years of mega-scale demon slaughter

Okuplok is a mapper known for creating the 'Okuplok Slaughter Map' (untitled2) in Doom, which features 23,211 demons and is considered one of the most challenging levels in the game's history. Players have attempted to complete the level without dying, saving, or leaving any enemies standing for thirteen years, adhering to the UV-Max challenge rules. Coincident is a notable player who has developed strategies to successfully navigate the level on Ultra Violence difficulty, culminating in a six-hour run where he completed the map by defeating the final enemies.

AppWizard

March 10, 2025

You can theoretically beat Doom: The Dark Ages without using a gun, but ‘You’d have a hard time, that’s for sure,’ says the game’s director

Hugo Martin, the game director of Doom: The Dark Ages, discussed the possibility of completing the game using only new melee mechanics and parries, which could appeal to dedicated players. Marty Stratton, the producer, cautioned that a melee-only playthrough might be clunky and unenjoyable, as the game is not designed for such challenges, unlike titles like Dishonored. He noted that while challenge runs are popular, the feasibility of a melee-only run raises questions about the game's design and the necessity of ranged combat in certain encounters. Doom: The Dark Ages is set to be released on May 15.