Heyblasty, a skilled hitless gamer, invested over 800 hours attempting to conquer Borderlands 2 without taking a single hit. Right before he reached his goal, streamer darksmoke11 achieved it first. Interestingly, darksmoke11 had only started this monumental task two months prior, inspired by Heyblasty’s dedication. Despite the timing, there was no sense of rivalry; instead, Heyblasty congratulated darksmoke11 and commended his commitment to the challenge.
Heyblasty expressed admiration for darksmoke11’s abilities, saying he knew early on that “world’s first” would be hard to secure once he saw darksmoke11’s impressive initial attempts. Rather than feeling outdone, Heyblasty celebrated the accomplishment, showing the respect these players have for one another’s efforts. This mutual appreciation reflects a gaming community where personal goals are valued, and challenging feats are acknowledged regardless of timing.
The success of both Heyblasty and darksmoke11 in completing a no-hit run of Borderlands 2 is remarkable. The game is infamous for its fast-paced action and relentless damage mechanics, making it seem almost impossible to complete without getting hit. Their success has thrilled fans who thought this level of gameplay mastery was unachievable. These accomplishments remind the gaming community that seemingly insurmountable challenges can be overcome with dedication and precision.
Borderlands 2 is just one of many games Heyblasty has mastered without taking any damage—112 titles in total so far. Over the past six years, he’s become known for this style of gameplay, although he admits that the excitement of completing these runs has gradually waned. With experience, each win becomes less about the thrill and more about refining technique and maintaining control. Both Heyblasty and darksmoke11 bring this kind of discipline to their no-hit runs, reflecting years of practice and mental endurance.
When they finally achieved the no-hit goal, neither player reacted with much excitement. Darksmoke11’s reaction was a calm acknowledgment: “Dude, I just beat Borderlands 2 without taking damage.” The understated response reflects the quiet satisfaction often felt after such demanding achievements. Both Heyblasty and darksmoke11’s reactions show that for them, accomplishment lies in the journey and challenge rather than any dramatic celebration at the finish line.
