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The RTA in Japan organization announced the official game selection for the upcoming RTA in Japan Winter 2026 event. This large-scale speedrunning marathon is scheduled to take place from December 25 to December 31, 2026, showcasing expert techniques and unconventional strategies.
The diverse lineup features modern titles such as Hollow Knight: Silksong, SILENT HILL f, and Civilization VII. Nintendo titles return to the event in significant numbers, including The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword and Metroid Prime Remastered, following a period where no Nintendo games were featured in the summer of 2025.
Participants will tackle unique challenges, such as a blindfolded run of Super Mario 64 and a 0.0% completion attempt for Donkey Kong 64. Other notable categories include a swordless run of the original The Legend of Zelda and a VR Mode No-Glitch run for Resident Evil Village.
The event also highlights competitive races, including a four-player race for New Super Mario Bros. Wii. Fans of retro gaming can look forward to titles like Doom 64 and Clock Tower 2. The full schedule for these runs is expected to be released on October 25.
