10 Classic Video Games Clocked In Ridiculous Speed-Runs

8. Grand Theft Auto III

GTA III is a classic in every sense of the word. Controversy, critical acclaim and massive sales figures followed the sandbox title the moment it hit store shelves. The open ended approach makes it hard to estimate a precise play through time thanks to the numerous distractions that offer up too much destructive fun to ignore, but speed-running enthusiasts professionally bypass the extra seductive mayhem. The current world record stands at 1hr 11mins 57secs for the PC title achieved by Speedrunner, SCM on 17th Feb 2013. Liberty City's unpredictable behaviour patterns makes GTA III tricky to speed run as a simple car turning into you at the last moment can add unwanted seconds onto your attempt. SCM's run focused on the story missions with no attempt for simultaneously getting 100%. Another user, John 'Silmaranza' Breedon holds the record for 100% completion at 6hrs 32mins. The PC title differs to console versions due to superior aiming and currently no record for the console version has been posted, so you WhatCulture readers should get right on it! To help you on your way to owning a world record to raise your current non-existent street cred; part 1 of SCM's impressive run is below for you to get some tips. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X9eb9dtajRs