: Mario has a dedicated HP bar, allowing him to take multiple hits rather than dying instantly from a single touch as in traditional Mario games. Remastered Improvements
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 Super Mario XP Remastered
: Features include a "Boss Corridor" before every major encounter filled with power-ups, and a "Boss Rush" mode (Stage 8) unlocked after beating the game. Development Status : Mario has a dedicated HP bar, allowing
: 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. Core Gameplay Mechanics : Features include a "Boss
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
The game is best known for its "Fusion Fic" design, blending the platforming of with the combat and inventory systems of Castlevania .
: In addition to Mario, players can unlock or switch to Luigi .