Super Mario World - Bowser Rampages Again is one of those fan-made SNES romhacks that actually feels like it could’ve been a real sequel. Bowser’s back (shocker), but this time he’s cranked up the chaos—new levels, tougher enemies, and some brutal platforming sections that’ll test your patience. The first time I played, I got wrecked by a surprise Piranha Plant in what looked like an innocent pipe. Classic Mario troll move.

It keeps the same smooth controls and art style as the original, but throws in enough twists to keep you on your toes. Found a few hidden exits that took me way too long to figure out, and Yoshi’s still the MVP for eating those annoying Koopas. If you’ve rinsed the original SMW and want something familiar but fresh, this is a solid pick. Just don’t throw your controller when Bowser’s new tricks catch you off guard.