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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Speedrunning” is a common card of the Memes World series 73, number 21828 of the collection, and the 187th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Speedrunning” meme mean?
This term refers to a competitive skill where efficiency overrides traditional gameplay. It highlights technical mastery, deep knowledge of game mechanics, and the clever use of programming errors (glitches) as legitimate shortcuts to bypass levels instantly.
Where does the “Speedrunning” meme come from?
The practice dates back to early computing but structured around the Doom community in the early 1990s. In January 1994, Christina Norman launched the LMP Hall of Fame to archive gameplay videos. The following month, Doom Honorific Titles appeared, followed by Compet-N in November 1994. These platforms standardized competition rules and widely spread this record-breaking culture among enthusiasts.
- January 1994Launch of the LMP Hall of Fame by Christina Norman to archive gameplay videos.
- May 1994Creation of the Doom Honorific Titles website to rank the best times.
- November 1994Opening of Compet-N, a platform dedicated to organizing official competitions.
How to use the “Speedrunning” meme
- Share an impressive video where a player completes a complex level in seconds using a precise glitch.
- Describe a daily task accomplished with ruthless efficiency, highlighting the use of unusual shortcuts.
- Comment on the technical difficulty of a game that requires perfect sequence memorization to be beaten timed.
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The “Speedrunning” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21828 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 73 |
| Fame | 63/100 · #187 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Speedrunning” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Speedrunning comes out of the Memes World series 73 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.
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5 meme cards, one of them at least Rare. One free pack per person.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
What is speedrunning?
It is the art of finishing a video game as quickly as possible. Players often use bugs or technical shortcuts to drastically reduce playtime.
Where does the term speedrun come from?
It simply describes running fast in a digital context. The practice formalized around games like Doom starting in 1994 through specialized forums.
Is cheating in a speedrun?
No, using glitches intended by the code is not considered cheating. It is a recognized strategy that is an integral part of the competition.
Who invented speedrunning?
No single person invented it. The community organized spontaneously around 1994 regarding Doom to compare their completion times.
How do I get the Speedrunning meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Speedrunning” is a common card of the Memes World series 73. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Speedrunning card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Speedrunning | Know Your Meme · Speedrun – Wikipedia · Le « speedrun », ou l'art de finir un jeu vidéo en quelques ... · checked on October 15, 2026.
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