KurtJMac has become one of the few players to reach Minecraft’s Far Lands on foot. His “Far Lands or Bust” project began on March 6, 2011 in Minecraft Beta 1.7.3 and concluded on October 4, 2025. Over 14½ years, he walked 12 550 824 blocks without using cheats or shortcuts.[1][2][3]
Fundraising Achievements
Across more than 800 episodes and livestreams, KurtJMac turned his journey into a charity walk-a-thon. As of Day 69 of the 2025 FLoB-a-Thon, the series had raised over $525 000 for eight organizations. The table below lists key beneficiaries and amounts where available:[4]
| Charity | Amount Raised | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Child’s Play | $407 300 | [17] |
| Direct Relief | $50 000 (goal) | [17] |
| Progressive Animal Welfare Society | Not disclosed | [12] |
| Equal Justice Initiative | Not disclosed | [12] |
| CDC Foundation | Not disclosed | [12] |
| Rise Above the Disorder | Not disclosed | [12] |
| Equality Texas | Not disclosed | [12] |
| UNRWA | $9 236 |
His fundraising total of $478 683.68 was certified by Guinness World Records on April 15, 2024 for most money raised by an individual via a charity walk in a video game.[5]
Discovering the Far Lands
In early Minecraft versions, terrain generation relies on perlin-noise algorithms. Beyond roughly 12 550 824 blocks from spawn, these calculations overflow and warp the world into towering walls and caverns known as the Far Lands. This glitch was patched out after Beta 1.7.3, so only legacy clients still feature it.[6][7][8]
Community Impact
Each livestream blended gameplay with conversation. Viewers tuned in weekly to follow Kurt’s progress, discuss science and current events, and contribute to fundraising goals. His companion Wolfie the wolf also became a fan favorite. This sustained engagement fostered a dedicated community—”Farlanders”—who supported Kurt’s pace and charitable mission.[9]
Historical Context
While speedrunners like KilloCrazyMan reached the Far Lands in nine months (June 2020), KurtJMac’s continuous, cheat-free walk stands as the longest journey of its kind in Minecraft history. His marathon trek highlights endurance gaming over rapid completion.[10][5]
Future Outlook
KurtJMac has not announced immediate next steps. After a 14½-year endeavor, a break from Minecraft seems likely. He may pursue shorter gaming challenges or charity initiatives in other communities.[1]
