The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom officially launched on May 12 at 12:00 PM EDT. About two hours later, a dude, who was really in a hurry, hit the thing.
Yes, speedrunners were already crouching at the starting line when the Breath of the Wild sequel launched, and scared, YouTuber gymnast86 beat it firstcut the finish line in 1:34:33 for the first, unofficial Any% record The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
It is unofficial because Speedrun.com, the authority that recognizes Polygon for these types of world records, does not accept entries for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom until May 26. It has seven Legend of Zelda games on it the schedule for Summer Games Done Quick 2023which will start on May 28. Tears of the Kingdom however, is not included.
It goes without saying that the video below is one giant spoiler alert. So if you’re at work as you read this and pick up the controller tonight, you might want to avert your gaze.
Speedrunning is a peculiar art, one that is not for everyone. I rather enjoy the open world exploration and the opportunities that an epic adventure offers Tears of the Kingdom offers. You may feel different.
Anyway, know that less than two hours after the game launched, someone has already wiped the floor with Demon King Ganondorf, so unless you’re planning on doing it faster, you’re free to take your time.