"Gollum Players Battle for World Records in 2023's Disastrous Game"

Despite being considered one of the worst games of 2023, The Lord of the Rings: Gollum has attracted the attention of speedrunners. Two streamers, WrldWideWasteland and EZScape, have set world records for completing the game in the shortest time possible. WrldWideWasteland finished the game in just under eight hours, while EZScape completed it in under three hours, utilizing glitches and level skips. Despite the game's poor controls and frustrating gameplay, these speedrunners found enjoyment and satisfaction in their accomplishments.