Mario vs Sonic EXE
About the Game
You must have played with the Creepy Pasta version of Sonic, who goes by the name Sonic.exe. This time, you get to play the game as Mario and witness an epic battle with Sonic EXE! Before the game begins, choose your side and get ready for an epic showdown. Sonic has killed all of his friends and enemies, Knuckles Tails, Dr. Robotnik, and all of them are dead! Luigi, Toad, and Princess Peach are now held as his captives, so Mario needs to defeat this evil hedgehog and rescue all his friends. Apart from being lightning fast, evil Sonic is very strong as well. Can you still defeat him? Let’s play the game and find that out, good luck to you!
👹 Mario Faces Sonic.EXE
The story centers on a confrontation between Mario and Sonic.EXE, a horror-themed version of Sonic that originated from a popular online creepypasta.
Throughout the adventure, you travel through custom stages that feature:
- Modified graphics
- Darker environments
- Sonic.EXE-themed elements
- Custom level design
The game remains a platformer at its core, using Super Mario World's mechanics and controls.
🎮 Built on Super Mario World
The foundation of the hack comes directly from Super Mario World.
You still:
- Run and jump across platforms
- Defeat enemies
- Avoid hazards
- Reach level exits
- Explore secret paths
Players familiar with Super Mario World will immediately recognize the game's movement and physics.
🌑 A Different Atmosphere
One of the most noticeable changes is the presentation.
Compared to the colorful world of the original Super Mario World, Mario vs Sonic EXE uses:
- Dark-themed visuals
- Horror-inspired imagery
- Custom graphics
- Altered backgrounds
- Sonic.EXE references
These changes create a different mood while keeping the gameplay style recognizable.
⭐ Main Features
Custom Levels
The hack contains original stages created specifically for this project.
Sonic.EXE Theme
Characters, graphics, and level elements reference the Sonic.EXE fan creation.
Super Mario World Engine
Movement, jumping, and platforming mechanics remain based on Super Mario World.
Fan-Made Crossover
The project combines elements from the Mario and Sonic communities in an unofficial crossover.
🕹️ EmulatorJS Controls (SNES)
Keyboard Controls
- Arrow Keys = Move
- Z = B Button (Jump)
- X = A Button
- A = Y Button (Run)
- S = X Button
- Enter = Start
- Right Shift = Select
Mobile Controls
- D-Pad = Movement
- Jump Button = Jump
- Run Button = Run / Action
- Start = Pause
- Select = Select
💡 Helpful Tips
- Watch for hidden hazards because some stages use darker graphics than standard Super Mario World levels.
- Keep momentum during platforming sections to clear larger gaps.
- Explore alternate routes whenever possible.
- Save progress frequently if your emulator supports save states.
- Observe enemy patterns before rushing forward.
📋 Quick Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Base Game | Super Mario World |
| Platform | SNES |
| Creator | Aureus |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Theme | Mario and Sonic.EXE crossover |
| Official Nintendo Game | No |
| Official Sega Game | No |
❓FAQ
Is Mario vs Sonic EXE an official Nintendo or Sega game?
No. It is a fan-made ROM hack created for the Super Mario World hacking community.
Who created Mario vs Sonic EXE?
The hack was created by Aureus and released through SMW Central.
Does the game use Super Mario World gameplay?
Yes. The platforming mechanics are based on Super Mario World.
Is Sonic.EXE a playable character?
The hack centers on Sonic.EXE-themed content, but Mario remains the primary playable character.
Does the game contain original levels?
Yes. The hack includes custom stages created specifically for the project.
