Super Mario Universe Chapter 1
About the Game
Super Mario Universe Chapter 1 is a fan-made SNES platform game based on Super Mario World. You play as Mario and explore different stages filled with platforms, enemies, and obstacles. The game features alternative environments, including areas inspired by classic franchises such as Metroid and Sonic. Some stages are particularly difficult, with the opening level receiving criticism for its high difficulty.
🍄 A Different Mario Adventure
Super Mario Universe Chapter 1 uses the familiar foundation of Super Mario World. You control Mario through a collection of alternative stages and environments.
The Vizzed listing credits Forte.EXE as the developer. It also identifies Super Mario World as the base game.
🌍 Explore More Than Traditional Mario Stages
One of the most interesting aspects of this project is its variety of level themes. Some areas take inspiration from other well-known gaming franchises.
According to a Vizzed community review, you can encounter:
- Metroid-inspired castle: A castle stage with references to the Metroid series.
- Sonic-themed level: A stage based on elements associated with the Sonic franchise.
- Switch Palace: An area identified by this name in the game's screenshot collection.
- Bowser's Island 1: Another location identified in the available screenshots.
These areas give you something different from the usual Super Mario World stage themes.
🕹️ How the Platforming Works
The gameplay follows the familiar Super Mario World control system. You guide Mario through side-scrolling areas and use your jumping skills to overcome obstacles.
Your main activities include:
- Running across different platforms.
- Jumping over gaps and obstacles.
- Avoiding enemies such as Koopa Troopas.
- Exploring alternative level layouts.
- Finding routes through the available stages.
- Completing levels and their available exits.
The basic controls are familiar if you have played Super Mario World before. However, the community feedback suggests that some stages require careful movement and repeated attempts.
⚠️ Be Prepared for Difficult Levels
Super Mario Universe Chapter 1 has a reputation for high difficulty. One Vizzed reviewer specifically describes the first level as extremely difficult.
You should pay close attention to platform positions and enemy locations. Rushing through unfamiliar sections can make progress harder.
A few useful tips:
- Watch your surroundings: Check the position of enemies before jumping.
- Time your jumps: Avoid making unnecessary jumps near dangerous platforms.
- Learn difficult sections: Remember the locations of obstacles after each attempt.
- Use save states: If your emulator supports save states, use them to preserve progress before difficult sections.
🎨 Graphics and Sound
The project retains the classic SNES visual foundation of Super Mario World. Its main presentation changes concern the graphical style and alternative level environments.
You will encounter familiar Mario-style graphics alongside areas inspired by other games.
The Vizzed community review gives the sound a 10/10 score and graphics an 8/10 score. These ratings represent one reviewer's opinion, not official scores.
🎮 Game Controls
| Action | Keyboard |
|---|---|
| Move Left | Left Arrow |
| Move Right | Right Arrow |
| Crouch / Look Down | Down Arrow |
| Look Up | Up Arrow |
| Jump | Z |
| Run / Pick Up Objects | X |
| Spin Jump | A |
| Start | Enter |
| Select | Shift |
📱 How to Play on Mobile
- Move Left/Right: Use the on-screen directional pad.
- Crouch: Tap the Down button.
- Look Up: Tap the Up button.
- Jump: Tap the B or assigned jump button.
- Run / Pick Up: Use the Y or assigned run button.
- Spin Jump: Tap the A button.
- Start: Use the on-screen Start button.
