at this point this is only still here as a piece of history for the game, it has come a long way since this one posted in 2016. join the discord for up to date information on this game and ask any of the current runners anything, they will happily help you. this is the final update that will be made here (9-14-23)

As of 2-5-16, Stranger's Wrath any% is faster on XBOX. Though XBOX is faster (excluding the mobile versions of the game), keep in mind that loading times on XBOX are significantly slower, especially for quicksaving and "quickloading". Also on the PC the HD version has much less or no lag.

The biggest differences between the any% route for the original vs HD, is that the XBOX version has a sign you can jump on that allows for a quick Gizzard Gulch gate skip. The sign remains in the HD version, but has no collision to jump on; therefore, a slower method of skipping Gizard Gulch must be used. The second difference is that the HD version requires a Boombat purchase for a Boombat jump in order to skip Buzzarton instead of a simple jump used in the XBOX version.

Tricks, glitches, and exploits of the game explained

Boombat jumping: This allows you to gain more height than a standard double jump. To perform aim directly down, fire a Boombat and stand directly over it. Wait until it explodes under your feet to launch you into the air. If you stay in first person mode, you can use your second jump for even more height. Different Boombat jumps may require you to stand slightly more in front of the Boombat, which will result in launching you slightly forward as well as upward.

Advanced Boombat Jumping (upgraded Boombats): The difference between Boombats and Advanced Boombats is that the Advanced explode on contact with collision. This makes them less effective, and harder to work with. My method of using them is to aim directly at the ground, slowly walking forward (barely inching along), shooting, then slamming the stick forward before using your double jump. Another method is to jump into a wall, shoot the Advanced Boombat into the wall pointing downwards, then immediately double jump (this gives your second jump more height).

Running in circles to gain speed for distant jumps (see Mongo River Valley skip): My method of doing this trick is putting the camera directly above Stranger and aiming the left analog stick at a down left or down right angle. Play with it, find the sweetspot. When you have enough speed, aim then jump, easy. Remember to quicksave before attempting most of the jumps (they're typically tight).

Swimming out of bounds under/through rocks (see slower MRV skip): This trick exploits the fact that water goes infinitely further below the loaded area of the map. Once out of bounds, Stranger will begin to fall nonstop. If you fall out of bounds a bit, Since no one will ever read this and I'm bored, I'll share a piece of my life currently since I've been away from speedrunning and any online gaming scene in general, I've been performing very well at work, and recently made a big purchase on my own welder. I've made some awesome plays in my life that I'm greatful to God and the people He placed in my life. I am currently single and have been since the divorce 4 years ago, but that is by choice. And as a closing note, if you happened upon this brief commentary, please place your focus on that which is going to genuinely better the state of your life. For me that was a serious focus on health as well as being productive and goal oriented. When i started running this game I was approaching the worst mental and physical health of my life at 22 years old. It took a lot of bad decisions and hard times for me to really start moving in the right direction. As of now I'm approaching 27 and have a lot of hope for my future and I hope so dearly that any one that may have read this either is, or can also achieve great things in their lifetime. In fact, I know you can, I just hope that you have the self control to make the decisions that ultimately move you in a positive direction. thank you for reading and good best wishes to you friend :) then hold the analog stick to make Stranger drift towards water, when he hits the water, the camera will reset above the water no matter how far below the map Stranger fell. Great, now that Stranger is in the water, you have until Stranger surfaces to move freely underneath and through any collision that is above you (rocks, land, etc.). Remember, the further you fall out of bounds before reentering the water, the longer it will take Stranger to surface. Also you can enter first person mode at any time to easily navigate/fix the camera.

Run this game! It's fun, easy to run (so forgiving thanks to quicksaves), about an hour long, and there are loads of skips! P.S. I know there is a lot more to this game. Learning these tricks will allow a genereal understanding of the game and how to run it. It's only a matter of practice from there. This guide will be updated as new information is discovered.

• Bryce Balentine