Awesome Games Done Quick 2026, a renowned speedrunning charity event, successfully raised more than $2.4 million for the Prevent Cancer Foundation. This annual event occurred from January 4-10 in Pittsburgh, where participants showcased their speedrunning skills in games such as Super Mario 64, Resident Evil 2 Remake—played uniquely with a Guitar Hero controller—and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.
Since its inception in 2010, Games Done Quick has been pivotal in gathering nearly $60 million for various charitable organizations, including Doctors Without Borders and the Malala Fund, underscoring its significant impact in philanthropy through gaming.
In related industry news, GameStop is undergoing major restructuring, with plans to close 390 stores in the United States and exiting several international markets, including a full withdrawal from New Zealand by shuttering all EB Games locations. Despite a notable 27.5% decline in net sales, GameStop continues efforts to pivot, illustrated by CEO Ryan Cohen’s $35 million performance award, contingent upon a substantial increase in the company’s market cap from $9.52 billion to $100 billion.

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Awesome Games Done Quick 2026 raised over $2.4 million for the Prevent Cancer Foundation during its January 4-10 event in Pittsburgh, featuring speedruns of games like Super Mario 64 and Resident Evil 2 Remake. Since 2010, Games Done Quick has raised nearly $60 million for various charities. Meanwhile, GameStop is closing 390 U.S. stores and exiting international markets including New Zealand, despite CEO Ryan Cohen receiving a $35 million performance award tied to ambitious market cap growth targets.

Awesome Games Done Quick 2026 Raises Over $2.4 Million for Charity Amidst Industry Shifts