Super Mario Xp Remastered Apr 2026

is a fan-made restoration project that updates and improves the cult classic 2001 fan-game Super Mario XP . Developed primarily by user Matth33w, the project seeks to modernize the original game—which was famously created by Japanese developer CnC Darkside—while preserving its unique "fusion" gameplay style. Core Gameplay Mechanics

: Mario can collect and use traditional Castlevania-style sub-weapons such as hammers (acting like the axe), crosses (acting like the boomerang), and fire flowers.

The game is best known for its "Fusion Fic" design, blending the platforming of with the combat and inventory systems of Castlevania . Super Mario XP Remastered

The Remastered version introduces several technical and aesthetic upgrades over the 2001 original:

: Players can toggle internal resolutions between 1x, 2x, and 3x. is a fan-made restoration project that updates and

: Adds modern effects like parallax scrolling, smoother transitions, and updated sprite work.

: Just like Richter Belmont in Castlevania: Rondo of Blood , Mario can perform powerful "Item Crashes"—devastating special attacks that consume a large number of hearts. The game is best known for its "Fusion

The project has seen various demos, including a showcase at and a demo hosted on Newgrounds . The source code for the remaster is publicly available on GitHub , allowing community members to view and contribute to the project's codebase. Matth33w/super-mario-xp-remastered - GitHub