A computer game junkie from Swindon has been entered in the record books for playing his beloved console non-stop for 24 hours.

Joe Embling, 18, from Haydon Wick, was chosen at random from thousands of FIFA fanatics to take part in the challenge in London last week.

He managed to keep his eye on the virtual ball for a full 24-hours while playing FIFA 10 at the event held in London’s Victoria station.

After storming to victory and scooping the Guinness World Record, Joe said he was thrilled.

He said: “I am very happy to have been selected.

“I couldn’t wait to take part.

“I’m a massive FIFA fan and got plenty of sleep in before the event and now I’ll be bringing a Guinness World Record back home with me.”

The event was organised by Stryxa.com, a website which gives players the chance to compete online using PS3 or XBOX360 consoles in the first ever international divisional league system. Members then pit their skills against each other in the league to fight it out for a £10,000 prize fund.

Joe was one of 12 players selected to take part in the challenge, all at the same time and playing the gaming marathon for 24 hours.

Neville Langston, founder of Stryxa.com, said: “This is the first time anyone has brought FIFA players together into an official international network of divisional leagues, offering everyday people the opportunity to prove their passion for football and gaming in one level playing field.

“Like the World Cup, it is perhaps the greatest test of tactical prowess, team management and flair for the game that will deliver a Stryxa league winner.

“It’s all about players proving their metal in an official capacity and that is why it is so exciting to celebrate our launch with the setting of an official World Record.”

Stryxa FIFA 10 Leagues are open to anyone over the age of 14 with a PS3 or XBOX 360.

All fixtures and league tables along with regular news, photos and cup competitions can be found at www.stryxa.com.