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The Guinness World Record for longest gaming marathon is over 138 hours. Somewhere, a pizza box became part of the legend.

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The official Guinness record has gone even further: 144 hours (6 straight days) was set in October 2024. “Over 138 hours” remains true, but the bar for human endurance gaming is now even more ridiculous. (Guinness World Records)

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