The Final Update

At the end of the 24 hour, worldwide marathon, Extra Life's total sits at...

$417,219

With donations still accepted for a few months. I expect the final total to be bigger again.

As for me. My arm has died from 4 hours of ping-pong smash shots. I slept on and off all morning. I wandered around for the rest of the day with no idea what to do. But, I would do it all again. I got my family to play games, I got an unexpected visit from drunk mates, I became the ping-pong champion and I raised money for charity. It's been the best (and roughest) weekend for ages and once again, thank you for the donations. Without you I would just be wasting my time.

It's Over

Time to go to bed. Once again, thank you to everyone who donated. Also, a huge thanks to my Dad who stayed up all night and morning with me.

Last Stand

The final hour is here. Just 60 more minutes and I will be done. 1 hour to go. My bed's looking comfy.

The End Is In Sight

I've called in the final reserve. MGS4. 2 hours to go. No way I'll get bored or complete MGS4 in that time.

Madden Madness

Madden is not as fun on single player. 3 hours to go. Can't wait for New Vegas.

Poor Memory

I do not remember Uncharted being this long. Well at least it helps. 4 hours to go. I wonder if I'm crazy enough to do this next year?

Virtual Mountaineering

Have been climbing virtual mountains in Uncharted for the last hour. 5 hours to go. It's not long now and I can sleep : )

Train Robbery

Gun fights on moving trains. Sounds familiar? How about introducing a tank and a helicopter on the train having a fight. Kudos Naughty Dog. 6 hours to go. If you don't have Uncharted 2, pick it up.

The Secret Is The Mirrors

Climbing a temple in Uncharted to shine light around using mirrors. Not really sure why, but it's keeping me awake. 7 hours to go. It's been a long day.

Still Here, Still Playing

Gonna complete Uncharted 2 tonight. There isn't much else left to play that will hold my attention for more than 30 minutes. 8 hours to go. The final straight.

Thank Naughty Dog

Uncharted 2 is the only thing keeping me awake now. Monster and MGS4 are still in reserve. 9 hours to go. Can't believe Chris tried to make me give up and party.

Temptation Calls

Dan's party just called round. Try listening to a drunk crowd explaining why you should join them. It's not that coherent. 10 hours to go. Feeling depressed that everyone else is having fun.

Gotta Find Some Real Competition

Owning Fog and Luke at MW2. 11 hours to go. Not long now.

Madden Madness

Just had a touchdown overturned by a Lions call challenge. Cheaters. 12 hours to go. Luke and Fog calling over. Nice to see some REAL people.

Insta-win

Won the bronze table tennis championship. Unlocked tennis racquets. Ever tried table tennis with tennis gear? It's quite easy. 13 hours to go. Almost halfway there.

Back Into Oblivion

Continuing the rescue of Kvatch. 14 hours to go. Stealth characters don't suit me.

Creating Fun

Building a dune buggy to take on my Little Big Planet off-road vehicle course. It's working well so far. 15 hours to go. Ned didn't turn up. One day he'll stick to his word.

Eventually There Will Be An End

Another game of Bocce. Another hour gone. It looks like Sports Champions was all I needed. 16 hours to go. Family have now been introduced to Sports Champions. We're playing like it's a Wii advert.

Just Keep Moving

Playing the world's longest Bocce game ever. 17 hours to go. Starting to lose track of time.

More Higs Incoming

Played another hour of Killzone 2. I've developed a hate for red lights now. 18 hours to go. Need to play more Move, too much energy.

Higs Up Ahead!

Now playing Killzone 2. Needed something with a faster pace. Surround sound + HD + Killzone 2 = epic. 19 hours to go. Saving Uncharted 2 and MGS4 for the difficult last hours

I Like To Move It Move It

Just played another hour on Sports Champions. Finally, real exercise with a proper game. 20 hours to go. Just realised 8pm is the halfway mark. :0

Moving Around

I switched to PS Move for the last hour. Played table tennis the whole time. It's surprisingly fun when you get the hang of it. 21 hours to go. It was a good idea to get moving, sitting down all day is hard.

A Thief With No Loot

Saved Kvatch. Rescued Martin. Joined the Mages Guild. Next on my list is the Thieves Guild. How can I be Robin Hood without stealing? 22 hours to go. Feeling good about today.

The Quest To Oblivion

Robin Hood has taken his first step in to oblivion. I'm still waking up. 23 hours to go.

The Madness Begins

Dualshock in hand. Oblivion in system. 24 hours to go. It should be an interesting day.

P.S. A massive thanks to everyone who donated. I raised £120 for Cardiff Children's Hospital.

Welcome

This is my blog for Extra Life. From 8am Saturday to 8am Sunday, I will be posting progress updates roughly every hour. I apologise in advance as I expect my posts will become more incoherent as the 24 hours go on.