here's a permanent link to the UniqueGeese Discord. there isn't yet a speedrunning Discord but I'll ask around to see if the mod team can add one. https://discord.gg/uniquegeese

Edit: I just made a ticket asking for a speedrunning channel. hopefully it'll get added soon!

I had a feeling the pickup hitbox was kept out of reach above the arcade machine, but I haven't tested that theory. If so, you'd be able to climb up on the table with the toppled chair in the cafe to reach it.