🕹️Talented players are more likely to cheat because they feel entitled to world records.
👀Cheating in speedrunning is often detected by other top players who pay attention to details.
🎮Having deep knowledge of a game makes it easier to create believable fake runs.
🔍Splicing together footage from different runs can lead to continuity errors and expose fakes.
🍕Some YouTubers attempt to disguise fake runs as parodies or jokes to avoid detection.
Why do talented players cheat in speedrunning?
—Talented players often feel entitled to world records and become frustrated when luck doesn't favor them. This entitlement and frustration can lead to cheating attempts.
How do other players detect cheating in speedrunning?
—Other top players pay attention to details, such as audio analysis and knowledge of what is possible in the game, which helps them detect discrepancies and inconsistencies in runs.
Why do some YouTubers try to disguise fake runs as parodies or jokes?
—Disguising fake runs as parodies or jokes is an attempt to avoid detection and criticism. By presenting it as a joke, they can brush off any accusations of cheating.
What are some common mistakes in fake runs?
—Mistakes in fake runs can include continuity errors, mismatched audio and video, and discrepancies in points or coins collected. These mistakes can give away the fact that the run is fake.
Is cheating common in the speedrunning community?
—Cheating exists in every competition, and speedrunning is no exception. While not everyone cheats, there have been instances of cheating and fake runs among top players.
00:00Introduction to the prevalence of cheating and fake runs in speedrunning, with a focus on top players and their motivations.
02:56Analysis of a specific example of a famous YouTuber attempting to fake a speedrun, including the mistakes and inconsistencies that give it away.
