Im ok either way, but I dont understand how speedruns are documented yet. Any links? Im interested to take a WR on my childhood game and I want to record it in an acceptable format.
No, you just have to record them and put them on some sort of video sharing service
As a general matter, no.
That said, if you have any questions about recording standards or rules for a specific game you're considering running, you should always check with the moderator(s) of that game's board for confirmation. They would be the ones ultimately approving (or rejecting) your run, so they would be in the best position to give you an accurate answer.
It is not required for you to livestream for a Run to be Verified. You can use any Recording Software. Like,
- Bandicom
- OBS Studio
And, many others as well. But, you do have to have the recording and the quality of the video has to be able to be seen in Quality wise for the Verifiers or Moderators to Retime the run and Verify it for you.
I personally use my Phone for Recording PS2 Games. And, for PC, I use OBS Studio for PC and Emulator Games.