Prepare to get nostalgic, gamers! An unofficial Super Mario Bros. Maker has been released for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES), allowing you to create your own levels in the beloved classic. This revolutionary project is the brainchild of Infidelity, a ROM hacker known for his work on other NES to SNES ports, including a version of Metroid.
The Super Mario Bros. Maker functions on top of Infidelity’s SNES version of Super Mario Bros. and offers a surprisingly easy-to-use interface. Just press X at the start of a game, and a menu of blocks will appear at the top of the screen. You can scroll through the options with your controller or an SNES mouse and place them directly into the level. You can even save your changes or revert back to the original level.
Imagine adding an extra question block to a challenging section, or completely redesigning World 1-1. The possibilities are endless! The demo video accompanying Super Mario Bros. Maker showcases the addition of a question mark block at the start of World 1-1, offering a potential advantage for players.
While this exciting project is still under development, Infidelity has acknowledged that it doesn’t work on all emulators or hardware. However, the project is in an active beta phase, and Infidelity has announced plans to add the ability to manipulate enemies and sprites in future updates.
In addition to the exciting features, the project has a fascinating backstory. Infidelity revealed that the idea for Super Mario Bros. Maker originated in 2019 or 2020. Initially, he considered a hack for the NES, but ultimately decided to pursue the SNES version due to technical challenges.
This innovative project offers a unique opportunity to relive the golden age of gaming while enjoying the creative freedom of level editing. With its user-friendly interface and promising future features, Super Mario Bros. Maker is a must-try for any fan of classic platformers.
