Mario PC Version Gives Nintendo 64 Classic Upgraded Visuals

Recently, fans have released a version ofMario 64that can be played on PCs. Since then, a modder has been refurbishing thePC ported gameso that players can play through the classic Nintendo title with a more modern-looking Mario.

Fans who have been relying on emulators to playSuper Mario 64were elated to be able to play the game on PC. DespiteNintendo’s copyright complaintagainst the creators of this fan-made port of the game, modders have been working on this version in different ways to improve the quality of players' experience. A few modders have been working to refine the graphics of the game, and now players can see the fruits of their labor in recently released videos.

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A modder named Armando Arrendondo updated Mario’s look in the game. A video was posted on the Super Mario 64 PC port’s official YouTube channel detailing the intricacies of his work. The modder adjusted a character model fromSuper Mario Galaxyto work in the PC version. Currently, Mario is the only part of the game that is in HD, and while it may be odd for a Mario with a more modern appearance to be running through a more pixelated world, another modder is working on that side of the graphics.

A modder by the screen name of CrashCrew is creating texture packs to add to the game. Though it isn’t quite complete yet, another video on theMario 64PC port’s official YouTube channel. The video showcases improved details on parts of the background like the stained glass window ofPrincess Peachand the carpets in the castle. The modder is making these improvements by upscaling the AI. When this mod is finished, it’ll be a great complementary experience with the HD Mario mod.

While Nintendo is taking legal action against the game, modders will still be working to improve the PC version of the game from all sorts of different angles. The game is the same classic one that fans remember, but with these visual updates, fans can collect the 120stars ofSuper Mario 64in style from the comfort of their own computers.