Braid, Anniversary Edition

Braid, Anniversary Edition

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Speed Run

Speed Run

Complete a full speed run, beating the challenge time.

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How to unlock the Speed Run achievement in Braid, Anniversary Edition - Definitive Guide

Edit: This method worked on version 1.0.5.0. of the game, and was patched out on 30/05/2024 with the release of version 1.0.6.0.

An exploit has been found which makes this Speed Run super easy, and can be done after you've beaten the story mode for the first time.

You can this achievement done in under 3 minutes following the method I show in my video here:
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21 May 2024 17:57

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This has now been patched, sadly. (NB: I'm playing on PS5, we got a new version update either yesterday or the day before. I'm assuming that the same is true on Xbox or will be very soon.)
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By Young Tobias on 24 May 2024 17:12
Well, I hope it helped you @Young Tobias. It's still on 1.0.5.0 at the moment on xbox right now.
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By Dwaggienite on 24 May 2024 17:23
Is there an easy way to tell which version is on the store right now?
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By Shinnizle on 26 May 2024 01:16
@Shinnizle, no, but when it's installed you can see the version number.
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By Dwaggienite on 26 May 2024 06:37
Just purchased now May 27th 2024 and it's still version 1.0.5.0 in the store

Tested and is still working as of this day
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By Lakeshow on 27 May 2024 22:47
@Lakeshow Glad to help.
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By Dwaggienite on 28 May 2024 13:27
Damn, I was too caught up on the Game Pass games leaving this month to do this before it was patched
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By Shinnizle on 31 May 2024 14:13
Damn it, i missed out
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By Jacob2Israel on 24 Jun 2024 03:24
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Easy to follow for those who struggle with the speedrun. You must beat the whole game in less than 45min :

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19 May 2024 10:11

Easy to follow for those who struggle with the speedrun. You must beat the whole game in less than 45min :

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19 May 2024 10:11

An exploit has been found which makes this Speed Run super easy, and can be done after you've beaten the story mode for the first time.

This works on version 1.0.5.0. of the game, and is working as of 21/05/2024.

You can this achievement done in under 3 minutes following the method I show in my video here:
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Some things to note about this achievement:
 
  • You need to first beat the game to be able to attempt this
  • Once you beat the game, you attempt this by pausing, choosing Speed Run, and the last option, Full Game, which will be grayed out until you beat the game for the first time
  • The "challenge time" is 45 minutes
  • You not only need to speed run to the end of the game, but you also need to collect all puzzle pieces
  • You need to assemble all of the puzzle pieces to unlock the next world. Thankfully, time only elapses during worlds, not when putting together puzzles, so you don't need to rush when putting together the puzzles. This is true whether you put them together within their world or in the hub
  • This is hard. Don't expect to do it on your first try. Expect multiple attempts 
The main difficulty with the speed run isn't solving the puzzles. That you've already done, or can use a guide to show you solutions. The hard part is executing all of the solutions properly and without mistakes, because the challenge time doesn't really give you much leeway for mistakes. You need to have an extremely good run to succeed. It doesn't need to be flawless, but it does need to be very good. 

The below video shows a speed run of this game. You can watch it to see solutions or to check if you get stuck, but it's ultimately going to come down to your ability to execute the solutions quickly and effectively with minimal mistakes overall. Many puzzles are easy to do once you know the solution, but ones that involve specific timing can be tough, as well as some involving using your shadow. Those, along with irreversible stuff, can be the most unforgiving because mistakes in those areas can cost you a lot of time. Practice whatever you're not comfortable with, and make sure you can execute quickly and accurately.

The following video shows a run in just over 38 minutes, meaning there is time to spare, but you still need to do well. Full credit to its creator.
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The speedrun is not the most difficult, but it will require a little practice from you. I will insert my video for clarity, without strict speedrunning tactics, but with an optimized route. I myself made a lot of mistakes, but easily finished on time. I also want to note that it is better to complete worlds 5 and 6 as stably as possible, since a mistake can cost a lot of time, which means you will have to start the run over again. Therefore, we try to complete worlds 2, 3, 4 as quickly as possible, and we try not to make mistakes in 5 and 6. After completing one of the worlds, it is better to compare the time with my segments or another person's, to understand whether you are behind or ahead. A pause and puzzle collection stops time, so if you start making mistakes, it is better to take a breather using a pause.
Video guide (en).
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