Super Meat Boy, the acclaimed but notoriously challenging precision platformer by Team Meat, has been a test of skill for gamers since its original release in 2010 on Xbox 360.
Over the years, the game has built a formidable reputation for its relentless difficulty and the staggering precision required to master its platforming mechanics.
In 2018, Super Meat Boy made its way to the Nintendo Switch via the eShop, further broadening its audience and cementing its status as a modern classic among platformers. After more than 15 years since its initial debut, a milestone long deemed virtually impossible within the game’s dedicated community has finally been reached.
In December 2023, Nintendo speedrunner shredberg became the first person ever to achieve a full, 106% deathless completion of Super Meat Boy.
No deaths—across every level, warp zone, and unlockable challenge—in a single run marks a feat of endurance and precision unparalleled in the speedrunning scene. Reflecting on the accomplishment following his record-breaking run, shredberg commented with humor and relief on his Twitch stream: "I've spent a lot of time on this challenge.
The nerves were real, especially as I got close to the finish, but after conquering some of the most difficult stages like Dark Cotton and Dark Hell 2, I managed to stay steady through to the end." Shredberg lightheartedly added that he intended to share his achievement widely: "I'm sending emails to just about everyone: Kotaku, IGN, CNN, and even Chef's Illustrated.
It's a story worth telling." Super Meat Boy’s daunting levels are infamous for demanding pixel-perfect jumps and split-second timing, making the idea of a flawless playthrough almost mythical.
According to shredberg, it took between 700 and 800 hours of dedicated attempts and practice to accomplish this feat—a testament to his persistence and skill.
Over the years, he chronicled much of this journey on Twitch, also running challenging titles such as Mario Kart 8, Celeste, and Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker. The broader gaming community was quick to congratulate shredberg, with Super Meat Boy co-creator Edmund McMillen himself offering a succinct “Congrats!” on social media, signaling the significance of this achievement within the developer community. This historic run has set a new benchmark for the Super Meat Boy community and the wider speedrunning world, showcasing the enduring appeal and challenge of Team Meat’s flagship title on platforms like the Nintendo Switch.
As fans offer suggestions for shredberg’s next challenges—ranging from upcoming indie hits to legendary platformers—the record stands as a celebration of sheer determination and mastery in modern gaming history.
Over the years, the game has built a formidable reputation for its relentless difficulty and the staggering precision required to master its platforming mechanics.
In 2018, Super Meat Boy made its way to the Nintendo Switch via the eShop, further broadening its audience and cementing its status as a modern classic among platformers. After more than 15 years since its initial debut, a milestone long deemed virtually impossible within the game’s dedicated community has finally been reached.
In December 2023, Nintendo speedrunner shredberg became the first person ever to achieve a full, 106% deathless completion of Super Meat Boy.
No deaths—across every level, warp zone, and unlockable challenge—in a single run marks a feat of endurance and precision unparalleled in the speedrunning scene. Reflecting on the accomplishment following his record-breaking run, shredberg commented with humor and relief on his Twitch stream: "I've spent a lot of time on this challenge.
The nerves were real, especially as I got close to the finish, but after conquering some of the most difficult stages like Dark Cotton and Dark Hell 2, I managed to stay steady through to the end." Shredberg lightheartedly added that he intended to share his achievement widely: "I'm sending emails to just about everyone: Kotaku, IGN, CNN, and even Chef's Illustrated.
It's a story worth telling." Super Meat Boy’s daunting levels are infamous for demanding pixel-perfect jumps and split-second timing, making the idea of a flawless playthrough almost mythical.
According to shredberg, it took between 700 and 800 hours of dedicated attempts and practice to accomplish this feat—a testament to his persistence and skill.
Over the years, he chronicled much of this journey on Twitch, also running challenging titles such as Mario Kart 8, Celeste, and Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker. The broader gaming community was quick to congratulate shredberg, with Super Meat Boy co-creator Edmund McMillen himself offering a succinct “Congrats!” on social media, signaling the significance of this achievement within the developer community. This historic run has set a new benchmark for the Super Meat Boy community and the wider speedrunning world, showcasing the enduring appeal and challenge of Team Meat’s flagship title on platforms like the Nintendo Switch.
As fans offer suggestions for shredberg’s next challenges—ranging from upcoming indie hits to legendary platformers—the record stands as a celebration of sheer determination and mastery in modern gaming history.
