Mario 64 Record Speedrun by Suigi Considered \"Unbeatable\"

Super Mario 64 speedrunning has reached a new peak, with one player holding all five major speedrunning world records. This article explores the achievement and its impact on the speedrunning community.

Speedrunner Suigi Achieves Unprecedented Dominance

An Unrivaled Accomplishment

Suigi's winning 70 Star run, posted on his YouTube channel GreenSuigi, clocked in at 46 minutes and 26 seconds, beating ikori_o by a mere two seconds – a testament to the extreme precision of this competitive scene.

Speedrunning commentator Summoning Salt celebrated the achievement on X (formerly Twitter), calling it "an unbelievable achievement." Salt highlighted the diverse skill sets required for each category, ranging from short 6-7 minute runs to the over 90-minute 120 Star challenge. Suigi's dominance across all categories is truly remarkable.

Salt further emphasized Suigi's significant lead in most categories, particularly his 16 Star record, set over a year ago and still holding a six-second advantage.

A Contender for Greatest of All Time?

Suigi's accomplishment has sparked debate within the Super Mario 64 community, with many considering him a strong contender for the title of greatest player ever.

While legendary runners like Cheese and Akki excelled in individual categories, Suigi's simultaneous mastery across all five major categories, with no significant competition in sight, elevates him to a unique position in speedrunning history.

The community's overwhelmingly positive reaction to Suigi's success is noteworthy. Unlike some speedrunning communities where dominant players face resistance, the Super Mario 64 community celebrates Suigi's achievement as a testament to the game's enduring challenge and the exceptional skill of its players. This collaborative spirit underscores the game's unique and welcoming community.