Super Mario World - VIP and Wall Mix 1 is one of those wild ROM hacks that takes the classic SNES game and cranks it up to eleven. You still get the same smooth platforming and Yoshi-riding goodness, but the levels? Completely remixed—some are brutal, some are just plain weird, and a few feel like they were designed by someone who really, really loves hidden blocks.

First thing you’ll notice: the difficulty spikes fast. One minute you’re breezing through a familiar-looking level, the next you’re dodging a swarm of Hammer Bros in a maze of pipes. And the power-up placements? Unpredictable. Found a feather early in one run, then spent half an hour searching for it in the next. Keeps you on your toes.

If you’ve played the original to death and want something fresh without losing that Mario feel, this is a solid pick. Just don’t expect a relaxing nostalgia trip.