LiveSplit integrates directly with GitHub. If a runner has the "Auto Splitter" option enabled, LiveSplit pulls the latest code from the repository, meaning runners are always using the most accurate version without manual downloads. The Impact on the "Loadless" Meta
Most modern autosplitters are integrated directly into LiveSplit, meaning you don't always have to download them manually from GitHub. Open and right-click to enter Edit Splits . Type the exact name of your game into the Game Name field.
For those who wanted to create their own autosplitter in 2021, the journey began with learning the Auto Splitting Language (ASL). The official documentation was a good starting point, but many developers learned by studying existing scripts from the community. autosplitter+games+github+2021
The foundational work done on GitHub throughout 2021 paved the way for the highly integrated speedrunning tools used today. Today's runners enjoy a level of precision and ease-of-use that was practically unimaginable in the early days of competitive gaming. As game engines evolve and developers continue to push boundaries, the open-source spirit of GitHub ensures that autosplitters will continue to adapt to new patches and technological advancements.
The year 2021 was unique for several reasons. The COVID-19 pandemic had shifted many speedrunning marathons (like GDQ) to online-only formats, increasing the reliance on automated verification. Furthermore, GitHub’s native integration with LiveSplit’s update system made it the perfect host for these scripts. LiveSplit integrates directly with GitHub
: Splits the timer when specific memory values change (e.g., loading screens, boss defeats, item pickups).
In 2021, as more casual gamers turned to speedrunning during global lockdowns, the demand for accurate, easy-to-install autosplitters exploded. Open and right-click to enter Edit Splits
Supergiant Games' rogue-lite Hades saw massive speedrunning growth. The GitHub repository for the Hades autosplitter allowed runners to track individual chamber completions, automatically pausing during the transition animations between the Underworld regions. Resident Evil Village (2021)
Winner of the 2021 Game of the Year, this co-op masterpiece required highly intricate timing due to two separate players triggering events. GitHub developers successfully engineered an autosplitter that tracked co-op triggers, allowing duo runners to sync their times flawlessly. Resident Evil Village
Auto splitters are specialized scripts designed to automate timer actions—starting, splitting, and resetting—during a speedrun. By 2021, these tools have become the gold standard for competitive integrity, removing human error from timing and enabling precise "Loadless" or "In-Game Time" (IGT) tracking. 1. Core Mechanics: How Auto Splitters Work