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Is one of the world's best Pokémon speedrunners cheating?

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Patricia Hernandez Polygon
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Pokémon
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Pokémon
Active · 1996–2027
Latest · Pokémon Champions
Top genres · rpg, adventure, strategy
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Active · 2016–2026
Latest · SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed
Top genres · arcade, fighting, indie
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