When Speedruns Meet Live Music
This year’s Awesome Games Done Quick was not just about the impressive speedruns; it also introduced an unexpected twist. Imagine the beloved Crazy Taxi racing around while a live band provides the soundtrack. It’s safe to say, speedrunning Crazy Taxi with a live band is an inventive way to dodge DMCA takedowns. Music enthusiasts and gamers alike gathered to experience a performance that mixed nostalgia with skill in a most entertaining way.
Meet Chuckles825 and His Band
The star of this musical mayhem was none other than the runner Chuckles825, who ditched the traditional gameplay setup for something far more innovative. With a band named Limiter Cut playing the original tracks from Crazy Taxi—crafted by punk legends Bad Religion and The Offspring—each level was complemented by an exhilarating live performance. This meant that every time Chuckles825 successfully dropped off a passenger or, hilariously, crashed into the ocean, the band transitioned seamlessly to the next track, keeping the energy high and the audience laughing.
Entertainment Value Over Technicality
Unlike other speedruns, such as the all-romances run of Fallout: New Vegas that dives into fascinating glitches and tactics, this Crazy Taxi speedrun prioritizes sheer entertainment. The hard stops and musical snips had the crowd on their feet, ready to cheer at every level completion. A memorable highlight? The drummer’s catchy snippet of “Change the World” as the game flashed its menu screen. It’s this rare combination of speedrunning with a live backing band that transforms a simple gaming spectacle into a full-blown musical celebration!