Mario Kart R1 on SNES is that classic, chaotic racing we all remember—except now it's got a few tweaks to keep things interesting. You still get the tight controls and rubber-banding AI that makes every race feel like a last-second scramble, but there are some subtle changes in the tracks and items that throw you off just enough. First race in, you'll notice the drift mechanics feel a little sharper, and that one annoying shortcut in Rainbow Road? Yeah, it's still there, but good luck hitting it consistently.

It’s the same colorful, frantic mess of shells and banana peels, just with a fresh coat of unpredictability. And honestly, that’s what makes it fun—you think you know how this game works, then it surprises you. If you’ve got a SNES lying around (or an emulator), this version’s worth a few laps.