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Games Done Quick will host its first ever event in Europe

2026-04-28 | original
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Why This Matters

Games Done Quick's first European event at Gamescom marks a significant expansion for the popular charity speedrunning series, bringing its community-driven gaming marathon to a new international audience. This move enhances global accessibility for participants and viewers, fostering greater engagement and support for charitable causes through gaming. The event's live and online formats exemplify how gaming communities are increasingly crossing borders to unite for social impact.

Key Takeaways

Games Done Quick, the charity video game speedrunning series, is making its European debut in a live event at Germany’s Gamescom this summer.

GDQ’s marathon event will run for the duration of the three-day show in Cologne, starting August 28-30, and will feature popular runners and an on-site live audience. The event will be broadcast on Twitch and YouTube, with programming kicking off at 4am ET (one for all you early risers) daily and running until 2pm.

"We’re thrilled to expand Games Done Quick globally and to bring a live event to gamescom in Germany, an opportunity that’s incredibly meaningful to our team," said Ashley Farkas, Games Done Quick’s Owner and Business Director. "This partnership not only supports an amazing initiative, but also creates space for more runners to participate, especially those who haven’t previously had the opportunity to travel to the US."

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