Need For Speedrunning

Join JHobz and Luigi as they bring you a new speedrun commentary every episode. On NFSR, we discuss different aspects of speedrunning and assess the watchability of speedruns both new and old!

Breath of the Wild (Again (Again))

Now I know what you're thinking, "aww man, more Nintendo privilege" or "that zelda guy really likes zelda" or "I get it girl, windbombs are rad" or "I guess it has been two years" or "does Hobz know it's the same zelda game" or "when are they going to cover a Need For Speed game" or "Yes! French Santa, here I come!" or "again?!" Well, there's a very special reason for that. Tune in to find out!Watch the run along with us: https://youtu.be/-ax_pqlqJz4You can also listen to this episode without run audio

08-16
01:10:22

Kingdom Hearts: Birth by Sleep (Part 3: Terra)

Well we've finally done it. Luke Skywalker and a giant spinning wheel are lying dead in the corner and our eyes are yellow now. Good thing Need For Speedrunning is here to tell us what this all means. Rounding out our Birth by Sleep series is Terra, and judging how this description started, I think you can tell this goes really well.-------------------Head here to watch KirbySora's run along with us:https://www.speedrun.com/khbbsfmhd/runs/m7o6w55yFor a version of the commentary with no game audio, tap this:https://www.patreon.com/possiblybad

08-04
01:12:46

Kingdom Hearts: Birth By Sleep (Part 2: Ventus)

Stop me if you’ve heard this before, but what if you take bigfooted anime protagonists and threw them into old Disney cartoons? What? You say we did that last week? Well not to fear because this week we get to watch Ventus… do whatever speedrunners do in Kingdom Hearts games. Blow up trees and cats? Probably that.-------------------Watch kirbysora’s run along with us: https://www.speedrun.com/khbbsfmhd/runs/y8g282dzHead here for a version of the run without game audio:https://www.patreon.com/possiblybad

07-19
01:14:16

Kingdom Hearts: Birth by Sleep (Part 1: Aqua)

Let's see, I know heartless, a lot of X names, norting, maybe something about Goofy, but Hobz knows way more than I do about Kingdom Hearts. For the next few episodes, we're going to take a look at the fastest game in the series that's not just a cutscene: Birth by Sleep.Watch KirbySora's WR run along with us: https://www.speedrun.com/khbbsfmhd/runs/yoqkg2jzFor a version without game audio, head over here: https://www.patreon.com/possiblybad

06-21
01:15:29

Super Mario Bros. 3 (Any% Warpless) feat. mitchflowerpower

We were lucky enough to hangout with mitchflowerpower and talk about and watch his barrier-breaking Super Mario Bros. 3 Any% Warpless (former) world record! Join us for a long conversation about Mario and speedrunning in general as we celebrate the first sub 50 minute run in this historic game!Watch the video of mitch's run along with us:⁠ https://www.speedrun.com/smb3/runs/zpon0wrm⁠You can find more of mitchflowerpower:On Twitch: ⁠https://twitch.tv/mitchflowerpower⁠On Youtube: ⁠http://www.youtube.com/@Mitchflowerpower⁠-------------------For a version of the commentary without game audio, head to: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/possiblybad⁠

05-31
01:56:46

Fallout 3 (All Quests)

What’s up smooth skin, I’m the sherif in this here puddle. It looks like you broke your leg when you shot your rocket launcher straight into the ground. Nothing a nuka cola and a quick rest couldn’t fix. Why don’t you rest a spell and listen to the new episode of Need For Speedrunning. They dig into the Bethesda mess that is Fallout 3, a run I find very entertaining. Speaking of running, you shouldn’t put too much weight on your leg, even though it does seem like you are running faster.You can find bananapegasus' WR run here: https://www.speedrun.com/fallout_3/runs/zxj5785yFor a version of the commentary with no game audio, head here: https://www.patreon.com/possiblybad

05-22
01:49:08

Minecraft (Random Seed Glitchless)

Ok get your jokes out now, cause we promise this had nothing to do with that movie film what came out recently. We're mostly here for seven insane minutes of speedrunning. Hobz give us a full rundown of what to expect before jumping into the commentary. So pull up a piglin, a graphing calculator, and definitely a fire proof potion as we hop through dimensions in this crazy speedrun-------------------Watch drip120's world record run along with us:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E3t24Urba6YFor a version without the game audio, head over to:https://www.patreon.com/possiblybad-------------------Check out The Weekly Thing's detailed breakdown of the run:https://youtu.be/wx0TdF2HUz8?si=kBiyoYrYmGdUuUsW

05-03
01:02:03

Super Mario World (96 Exit)

Do you love feathers? Do you love athletics? Do you love speedrunners who are actually nice to Yoshi? Well boy howdy do we have a run for you. JHobz and Luigi start with a few of the basics then jump right into the commentary of oosui's world record speed run of Super Mario World!-------------------Watch oosui's run along with us here: https://www.twitch.tv/oo_sui/v/2176942456?sr=a&t=4927sFor a commentary track without game audio, head over to: https://www.patreon.com/possiblybad

04-19
01:58:35

Shovel Knight (Any%)

Shovels, juggling, and recurring nightmares where you friend's body drops out of the sky while you get attacked by baddies, this run has it all! JHobz and Luigi kick off the revamped NFSR by talking about the indie game sensation, Shovel KnightFor the commentary, we watched applesauc's WR run:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_6er3I_f6sFor a commentary track without game audio, head over to:https://www.patreon.com/possiblybad

04-07
01:07:25

NFSR Update

Hey all, we've got a few updates to share with y'all heading into April. The TL/DR is below, but the audio is under 5 minutes long, so we'd recommend giving it a listen for the full context.The show is going down to 2 hosts (+ occasional guests)More focused episodes that should be shorter on averageThe commentary is no longer going to be Patreon exclusive as it is becoming the star of the episodesBi-weekly episodes are back!We're refreshing our Patreon tiers and prices, simplifying to two tiers: $3 and $6Please please please let us know how you feel about the new format! The first new episode drops on April 5 (and likely earlier for paid members). Thank you so much for all your support over the years!Hobz & Luigi

03-22
04:45

Hollow Knight (Any% NMG)

We picked a cozy little speedrun to say “goodbye for now” to our friends Rubie and Brad. The runner SkateKing was even nice enough to put on some Celeste music for us, as we make all the wrong choices on the way to a WR. Thanks again to Brad and Rubie for being the best damn cohosts and friends Watch SkateKing’s run with us: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-rqbJHLa9fMListen to our commentary: https://www.patreon.com/possiblybad

03-03
01:10:50

Super Mario Sunshine (Any%)

Dontcha just hate it when you and the Princess of your kingdom go on vacation together in her private jet to Italy, but then you also show up to vandalize everything with a brush, causing you to get convicted for all the graffiti the other you did? I know right, life sucks sometimes, but don’t let that get you down. Brad, Rubie, and Luigi are here to talk about video games! Now doesn’t that make all of the probation feel better? ------------------- Watch inkstar’s run along with us: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y3nhWI-gmsI Listen to our commentary here: patreon.com/possiblybad 

02-01
01:05:13

Shadow of the Colossus (NTA Boss Rush)

Well hello! Fancy meeting you here, clinging to the back hair s of an ancient giant guardian. Don't mind me, I've just nestled into this beast to listen to my favorite podcast talk about Rubie's favorite game. They're even teaching me how to stab 1.9 times! That's sure to come in handy once I muster up the courage to move from this spot. In fact, if you're also here to slay this thing, that works for me too. I was getting sick of inhaling shadows at this point. Watch TikTak's world record run along with us: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tP9zpOiRfmw Listen to our commentary: https://www.patreon.com/possiblybad

01-04
01:05:33

Spider-Man 2 (Any%)

Merry Gnarfmas to you and yours and welcome to Need For Speedrunning! As a treat for you this holiday season, we're looking at a run starring everyone's favorite person in a red suit: Spider-Man. Don't mind the fact that Black Cat and Mysterio weren't in the movie. After all we need something for Peter to do when he's not changing outfits. ------------------- To watch the run and hear Toby's amazing performance, head here: https://youtu.be/PTwyXQlWjJo?si=ircns_gLSU13ogRI To hear us react to Toby's amazing performance, check out our free trial at: https://www.patreon.com/possiblybad

12-07
01:00:36

The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom (Any%)

Hey everyone! While I think of a bed joke, come on in and sit down. The episode, we have Brian from the Zelda Podcast Chat of the Wild to walk us through the already broken speedrun of Echoes of Wisdom. Part Zelda game, part tower builder, a dash of Link, and some menu manipulation combine to make this one of the fastest any% runs in the series. So get comfy, maybe on a bed? There, I did it. Bed referenced, and that's two possibly bad bucks for me. ------------------- Watch Nitroz' world record (at the time) run along with us: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jq77N7-M6eM⁠ Listen to our commentary: ⁠Patreon.com/PossiblyBad⁠

11-02
01:00:33

Spyro the Dragon (Any%)

Disillusioned knight Bowen (Dennis Quaid) befriends Draco (Sean Connery), the last of the dragons, and the two begin scamming village folk as Bowen repeatedly "kills" Draco for money. Bowen soon learns that Draco is… ok you got me. Dayoman went through the cutscenes so fast that we’re not sure what exactly happened. I was at a loss, so I stole someone’s summary of the 1996 adventure film Dragonheart off the internet. Please forgive me and believe that we are investigating methods to ensure that this atrocity never occurs again. Watch dayoman's run with us: https://youtu.be/5pIgRS6JiAg?si=TvnSLeY9-6csKA9c To hear our commentary, go to: https:/www.patreon.com/possiblybad

10-05
01:10:16

Resident Evil HD Randomizer (Flame Fatales)

It’s a Need For Speedrunning Commentary Special! In this episode Brad, Hobz, and Wigi watch a live run of Resident Evil 1 Randomizer from Flame Fatales 2024! Normally the commentary is exclusive to the Patreon feed, but this month everyone can get in on the action of hearing the podcast laugh about ceiling sharks. Did I mention there’s a free trial? Cause there’s totally a free trial: Patreon.com/PossiblyBad ------------------- marphoria's run starts at 1m 39s our commentary starts at 14m 30s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D4DRiiIUzf8

09-07
01:54:13

SGDQ2024 and Halo 3 (4 Player Co-op Legendary)

Another GDQ happened, so we talked about it! Plus, there was a Halo 3 run at the event that included 4 players and there's 4 of us, so watching that just felt right. Get yourself a group cuddle session going and take a drive through today's episode! Halo 3 run: https://youtu.be/32YQWdl- Djc?si=JQxqqJp6CqegyS-F SGDQ 2024 Playlist: https://youtube.com/ playlist? list=PLz8YL4HVC87VoblaDgy7SZ4Q- QivCYbyP&si=K76Vvz-pdrvAsnct

08-03
01:06:16

Mildew0's Big Breakaway

Hey there! SGDQ was last week, and our friend and executive producer just so happened to run the new game from the maker's of Sonic Mania. We talk Penny's Big Breakaway, SGDQ2024, Super Monkey Ball, a handful of randomizers, various Tonys Hawk, come to think of it SGDQ 2023 as well, CD-I Zelda likes, and what really goes on at GDQ. Mildew0 and Penny at SGDQ2024 ------------------- Support Need For Speedrunning

07-20
53:23

Ori and the Blind Forest (All Skills No OOB/TA)

Somehow it took 3 years to do an episode on one of Hobz's favorite speedruns of all time. I'm not sure how this happened. We are commissioning a panel of experts to dig into all of the information we have and issue a report detailing our failures in this regard, and we promise it will never happen again. Ori Boom Shakalaka ------------------- Listen to our run commentary here Check out the No OOB/TA run here: https://www.speedrun.com/ori_de/runs/zq9k93ry Watch the Any% No NG+ run here: https://youtu.be/DlB2VAR5u5o ------------------- And check out https://orirando.com if you're interested in the randomizer!

07-06
01:22:13

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