{"id":131,"date":"2023-06-10T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-06-10T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/retrokingpin.com\/best-snes-rom-hacks\/"},"modified":"2023-06-10T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2023-06-10T00:00:00","slug":"best-snes-rom-hacks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/retrokingpin.com\/best-snes-rom-hacks\/","title":{"rendered":"25 Best SNES ROM Hacks You Should Play Today!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Super Nintendo Entertainment System is still one of the most cherished gaming consoles. <\/p>\n<p>Although the SNES&#8217;s original library of games is large, some gamers have created their own, or ROM hacks, versions of well-known titles. This has given us endless hours in front of that <a href=\"__GHOST_URL__\/top-10-best-crt-tvs-for-retro-gaming-in-2022\/\">CRT<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>You might be asking yourself what are the best ROM hacks? Well, we have you covered with a ton of great options for the Super Nintendo!<\/p>\n<div class=\"kg-card kg-audio-card\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"__GHOST_URL__\/content\/media\/2023\/02\/Best-SNES-ROM-Hacks-You-Should-Play-Today-_thumb.webp?v&#x3D;1676998224632\" alt=\"audio-thumbnail\" class=\"kg-audio-thumbnail\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"kg-audio-thumbnail placeholder kg-audio-hide\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M7.5 15.33a.75.75 0 1 0 0 1.5.75.75 0 0 0 0-1.5Zm-2.25.75a2.25 2.25 0 1 1 4.5 0 2.25 2.25 0 0 1-4.5 0ZM15 13.83a.75.75 0 1 0 0 1.5.75.75 0 0 0 0-1.5Zm-2.25.75a2.25 2.25 0 1 1 4.5 0 2.25 2.25 0 0 1-4.5 0Z\"\/><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M14.486 6.81A2.25 2.25 0 0 1 17.25 9v5.579a.75.75 0 0 1-1.5 0v-5.58a.75.75 0 0 0-.932-.727.755.755 0 0 1-.059.013l-4.465.744a.75.75 0 0 0-.544.72v6.33a.75.75 0 0 1-1.5 0v-6.33a2.25 2.25 0 0 1 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class=\"kg-audio-pause-icon kg-audio-hide\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><rect x=\"3\" y=\"1\" width=\"7\" height=\"22\" rx=\"1.5\" ry=\"1.5\"\/><rect x=\"14\" y=\"1\" width=\"7\" height=\"22\" rx=\"1.5\" ry=\"1.5\"\/><\/svg><\/button><span class=\"kg-audio-current-time\">0:00<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"kg-audio-time\">\/<span class=\"kg-audio-duration\">18:39<\/span><\/div>\n<p><input type=\"range\" class=\"kg-audio-seek-slider\" max=\"100\" value=\"0\"><button class=\"kg-audio-playback-rate\">1&#215;<\/button><button class=\"kg-audio-unmute-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><path d=\"M15.189 2.021a9.728 9.728 0 0 0-7.924 4.85.249.249 0 0 1-.221.133H5.25a3 3 0 0 0-3 3v2a3 3 0 0 0 3 3h1.794a.249.249 0 0 1 .221.133 9.73 9.73 0 0 0 7.924 4.85h.06a1 1 0 0 0 1-1V3.02a1 1 0 0 0-1.06-.998Z\"\/><\/svg><\/button><button class=\"kg-audio-mute-icon kg-audio-hide\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" 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href=\"__GHOST_URL__\/best-gba-rom-hacks\/\">Best GBA Rom Hacks<\/a> | <a href=\"__GHOST_URL__\/best-nes-rom-hacks\/\">Best NES Rom Hacks<\/a> | <a href=\"__GHOST_URL__\/best-pokemon-gba-rom-hacks\/\">Best Pokemon GBA Rom Hacks<\/a><br \/><a href=\"__GHOST_URL__\/best-zelda-rom-hacks\/\">Best Zelda ROM Hacks<\/a> | <a href=\"__GHOST_URL__\/best-metroid-rom-hacks\/\">Best Metroid ROM Hacks<\/a> | <a href=\"__GHOST_URL__\/best-castlevania-rom-hacks\/\">Best Castlevania Rom Hacks<\/a> | <a href=\"__GHOST_URL__\/best-super-mario-world-rom-hacks\/\">Best Super Mario World Rom Hacks<\/a><\/p>\n<p><!--kg-card-begin: html--><\/p>\n<div class=\"kg-card kg-toggle-card\" data-kg-toggle-state=\"close\">\n<div class=\"kg-toggle-heading\">\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_61 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span 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New Super Mario World\">25. New Super Mario World<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/retrokingpin.com\/best-snes-rom-hacks\/#How_To_Hack_SNES_Games\" title=\"How To Hack SNES Games\">How To Hack SNES Games<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h4 class=\"kg-toggle-heading-text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Table_of_Contents\"><\/span>   Table of Contents  <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>  <button class=\"kg-toggle-card-icon\">   <svg id=\"Regular\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">    <path class=\"cls-1\" d=\"M23.25,7.311,12.53,18.03a.749.749,0,0,1-1.06,0L.75,7.311\">    <\/path>   <\/svg>  <\/button> <\/div>\n<div class=\"kg-toggle-content\">\n<ul>\n<li>    <a href=\"#25-new-super-mario-world\">     25. New Super Mario World    <\/a>   <\/li>\n<li>    <a href=\"#24-super-mario-world-return-to-dinosaur-land\">     24. Super Mario World: Return to Dinosaur Land    <\/a>   <\/li>\n<li>    <a href=\"#23-super-mario-kart-8\">     23. Super Mario Kart 8    <\/a>   <\/li>\n<li>    <a href=\"#22-super-metroid-redesign\">     22. Super Metroid Redesign    <\/a>   <\/li>\n<li>    <a href=\"#21-the-legend-of-zelda-a-link-to-the-pastrandomizer\">     21. The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past &#8211; Randomizer    <\/a>   <\/li>\n<li>    <a href=\"#20-chrono-trigger-crimson-echoes\">     20. Chrono Trigger: Crimson Echoes    <\/a>   <\/li>\n<li>    <a href=\"#19-conkers-high-rule-tail\">     19. Conker&#8217;s High Rule Tail    <\/a>   <\/li>\n<li>    <a href=\"#18-final-fantasy-vi-ted-woolsey-uncensored-edition\">     18. Final Fantasy VI: Ted Woolsey Uncensored Edition    <\/a>   <\/li>\n<li>    <a href=\"#17-super-castlevania-iv-uncensored\">     17. Super Castlevania IV Uncensored    <\/a>   <\/li>\n<li>    <a href=\"#16-super-mario-rpg-armageddon\">     16. Super Mario RPG: Armageddon    <\/a>   <\/li>\n<li>    <a href=\"#15-earthbound-halloween-hack\">     15. EarthBound: Halloween Hack    <\/a>   <\/li>\n<li>    <a href=\"#14-secret-of-mana-relocalized\">     14. Secret of Mana: Relocalized    <\/a>   <\/li>\n<li>    <a href=\"#13-donkey-kong-country-2-squitters-spider-quest\">     13. Donkey Kong Country 2: Squitter&#8217;s Spider Quest    <\/a>   <\/li>\n<li>    <a href=\"#12-mega-man-x-sa1\">     12. Mega Man X SA1    <\/a>   <\/li>\n<li>    <a href=\"#11-super-metroid-project-base\">     11. Super Metroid Project Base    <\/a>   <\/li>\n<li>    <a href=\"#10-zelda3-parallel-worlds\">     10. Zelda3 Parallel Worlds    <\/a>   <\/li>\n<li>    <a href=\"#9-super-mario-world-the-second-reality-project-reloaded\">     9. Super Mario World: The Second Reality Project Reloaded    <\/a>   <\/li>\n<li>    <a href=\"#8-mega-man-x3-zero-project\">     8. Mega Man X3: Zero Project    <\/a>   <\/li>\n<li>    <a href=\"#7-chrono-trigger-flames-of-eternity\">     7. Chrono Trigger: Flames of Eternity    <\/a>   <\/li>\n<li>    <a href=\"#6-final-fantasy-iv-ultima\">     6. Final Fantasy IV: Ultima    <\/a>   <\/li>\n<li>    <a href=\"#5-metroid-super-zero-mission\">     5. Metroid Super Zero Mission    <\/a>   <\/li>\n<li>    <a href=\"#4-mario-kart-r\">     4. Mario Kart R    <\/a>   <\/li>\n<li>    <a href=\"#3-ultimate-mortal-kombat-3-deluxe\">     3. Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 Deluxe    <\/a>   <\/li>\n<li>    <a href=\"#2-ff6brave-new-world\">     2. FF6 &#8211; Brave New World    <\/a>   <\/li>\n<li>    <a href=\"#1-oh-no-more-zombies-ate-my-neighbors\">     1. Oh No! More Zombies Ate My Neighbors!    <\/a>   <\/li>\n<li>    <a href=\"#conclusion\">     Conclusion    <\/a>   <\/li>\n<li>    <a href=\"#how-to-hack-snes-games\">     How To Hack SNES Games    <\/a>   <\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!--kg-card-end: html--><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"25-new-super-mario-world\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"25_New_Super_Mario_World\"><\/span><strong>25. New Super Mario World<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure class=\"kg-card kg-image-card\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/retrokingpin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/best-snes-rom-hacks-New-Super-Mario-World.webp\" class=\"kg-image\" alt=\"Best SNES ROM Hacks New Super Mario World\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1286\" height=\"723\" srcset=\"https:\/\/retrokingpin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/size\/w600\/2023\/06\/best-snes-rom-hacks-New-Super-Mario-World.webp 600w, https:\/\/retrokingpin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/size\/w1000\/2023\/06\/best-snes-rom-hacks-New-Super-Mario-World.webp 1000w, https:\/\/retrokingpin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/best-snes-rom-hacks-New-Super-Mario-World.webp 1286w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 720px) 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>The stunning aesthetic direction of New Super Mario Bros for the Nintendo DS serves as an inspiration for New Super Mario World. <\/p>\n<p>The game&#8217;s modern graphics give the well-known landscapes of the Mushroom Kingdom a fresh look. <\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;re totally transported into a world that seems both new and familiar thanks to the overhauled visuals, which feature vivid colours and intricate character animations.<\/p>\n<p>The latest version also features a charming musical composition that honours classic songs from numerous games on multiple platforms. As you set out on new adventures with Mario, get ready for a symphony of nostalgia. <\/p>\n<p>The expertly designed soundtracks that accompany each level add to the immersive gameplay experience and evoke pleasant memories of earlier Mario games.<\/p>\n<div class=\"kg-card kg-button-card kg-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/retrokingpin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Best-SNES-ROM-Hacks-conclusion.webp 803w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 720px) 720px\"><\/figure>\n<p>In conclusion, SNES rom hacks provide us with fresh and fun ways to breath new life into your old favourites again and discover almost new games that were previously inaccessible because of language barriers. <\/p>\n<p>Rom hacks provide a special and innovative solution, whether you&#8217;re sick of playing the same game over and over or just want a new spin on an old favourite. <\/p>\n<p>We are lucky to be able to experience the passion and commitment of the modding community, who have given old games new life. Hence, if you enjoy retro gaming, don&#8217;t be scared to delve into the huge and amazing world of SNES rom hacks. <\/p>\n<p>You never know what entirely new adventures you&#8217;ll experience simply by running a patch over your favourite Super Nintendo game.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"how-to-hack-snes-games\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Hack_SNES_Games\"><\/span><strong>How To Hack SNES Games<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While it may be easy to some for how to hack SNES games, other may not find it rather straight forward. <\/p>\n<p>Luckily we&#8217;re able to provide some basic instructions on how to accomplish this yourself:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>For the hack you want to play, download the patch.<\/li>\n<li>These patches are available in.bps,.xdelta,.ups, or.ips file formats. It&#8217;s only one of the things you&#8217;ll need to play the game as a patch.<\/li>\n<li>Download the game&#8217;s ROM that has to be patched.<\/li>\n<li>The third component required to play a ROM hack is the ROM hack itself. You&#8217;ll need to explore the internet for game ROMs (and patched versions) since they cannot be published to Pok\u00e9Community for legal reasons.<\/li>\n<li>Utilise a patching tool to modify the ROM.<\/li>\n<li>Once patched, you can run it on your favorite <a href=\"__GHOST_URL__\/best-snes-emulators\/\">SNES emulator<\/a> or flash cart of your choice to run it on original hardware.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Super Nintendo Entertainment System is still one of the most cherished gaming consoles. Although the SNES&#8217;s original library of games is large, some gamers have created their own, or ROM hacks, versions of well-known titles. This has given us endless hours in front of that CRT. 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