Super Mario World

Super Mario World, released by Nintendo in 1990 for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES), is a highly influential and beloved video game. Serving as the flagship title for the SNES, Super Mario World continues the adventures of Mario and his brother Luigi in the Mushroom Kingdom. With its innovative gameplay and vibrant graphics, the game introduced iconic features like Yoshi, a friendly dinosaur companion who aids the brothers on their quest to rescue Princess Peach from the villainous Bowser. Super Mario World also introduced the world to the "overworld" map, allowing players to choose different paths to complete levels. This game received critical acclaim for its challenging yet enjoyable gameplay, level design, and memorable soundtrack composed by Koji Kondo. Super Mario World's success and cultural impact solidified it as one of the greatest platformers and a cornerstone of Nintendo's iconic franchise.