Super Mario World - Fahhbulous Hack is one of those ROM hacks that actually makes the original game feel fresh again. It’s still the same classic SMW you love, but with redesigned levels, new power-ups, and some seriously devious enemy placements. The first few stages trick you into thinking it’s just a reskin—then suddenly you’re dodging fireballs while riding Yoshi through a maze of one-way pipes.

Some of the jumps are brutal, but in that satisfying "I’ll get it next try" way. And the new sprite work? Honestly impressive for a fan project—Mario’s got some slick new animations, and even the Koopas look meaner. Just don’t expect nostalgia to carry you; this one demands actual skill.

If you’ve played SMW to death but still crave that perfect mix of familiarity and challenge, this hack’s worth booting up.