UPI – A Nigerian man, Oside ‘Khoded’ Oluwole, shattered the Guinness World Record for the longest video game marathon playing a football game, Dream League Soccer 2023, for an astonishing 75 consecutive hours.

This achievement surpasses the previous record of 50 hours set by Englishman David Whitefoot in 2022.

Notably, Oluwole is the first record holder to achieve this feat using Dream League Soccer, while previous record holders have typically chosen FIFA or Pro Evolution Soccer.

Oluwole connected his iPhone to a TV screen for his gaming marathon, during which he was allowed a five-minute break every hour, and he was allowed to bank his breaks for longer rest times.

“It wasn’t an easy task, but I must say it was all fun,” Oluwole told Guinness World Records. “It was such a great moment; the event was very interesting and I’m grateful that it was successful.”

Seun Adesanya, a member of the Ogun State House of Assembly, congratulated Oluwole in a news release.

“The Guinness World Records (title) is a testament to Mr Oluwole’s dedication, determination, and the countless hours of practice he invested in mastering the game,” Adesanya wrote.

“His achievement stands as an inspiration to all aspiring gamers and an embodiment of the unyielding spirit of determination that drives our nation.”

-- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin