Games Done Quick is a beacon of hope for the gaming community

If you read a lot of gaming news - or work with it, like I do - you cannot help but become a little cynical sometimes.

The short version

• 2026 has been a brutal year for the industry, following an equally galling 2025.
• Beset by layoffs, harried by studio closures, and somehow staring down the barrel of the console wars again, it's easy to feel the jaded fingers of cynicism creeping in.
• Prevent Cancer Foundation doesn't just look for a cure; they look for ways to treat cancer before it starts.

What happened

You only need to glance at an hour or so of a stream to realise that this is a community. People here know each other, respect each other, support each other.

Why it matters

Volunteers, organisers, runners and staff coexist with an easy rapport, the chemistry and good vibes so palpable you can feel them through your monitor.

Summary by Nerd News Network. Read the full article at Eurogamer via the links above and below.