How many versions of Super Mario World are there?

Answered by Antonio Sutton

Well, let me tell you, I’ve been a huge fan of Super Mario World since I was a kid. I remember spending countless hours playing the game on my Super Nintendo Entertainment System. It was such a classic and iconic game that brought so much joy to my childhood.

Now, as for the versions of Super Mario World, there are actually six different versions that are currently allowed on the leaderboards. Each version has its own unique features and characteristics, making them slightly different from one another.

1. The original Super Mario World: This is the version that was released in 1990 for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System. It’s the one that started it all and is considered the definitive version of the game.

2. Super Mario All-Stars + Super Mario World: This version was released in 1994 for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System. It includes enhanced graphics and sound, as well as the ability to save progress. It’s basically a combination of Super Mario All-Stars and Super Mario World.

3. Super Mario Advance 2: Super Mario World: This version was released in 2001 for the Game Boy Advance. It features updated graphics, added gameplay features, and the ability to play as Luigi. It also includes additional levels not found in the original version.

4. Super Mario World: Super Mario Advance 2 + Yoshi’s Island: This version was released in 2002 for the Game Boy Advance. It combines Super Mario World with Yoshi’s Island, another classic game. It includes all the features of Super Mario Advance 2, as well as the ability to play Yoshi’s Island.

5. Super Mario World: Super Mario Advance 2 (Virtual Console): This version was released in 2014 for the Wii U Virtual Console. It is a direct port of the Game Boy Advance version and includes all the features and content of that version.

6. Super Mario World: Super Mario Advance 2 (Nintendo Switch Online): This version was released in 2019 for the Nintendo Switch Online service. It is also a direct port of the Game Boy Advance version and can be played with a Nintendo Switch Online subscription.

So, there you have it! Six different versions of Super Mario World that are currently allowed on the leaderboards. Each version has its own unique characteristics and features, but at the end of the day, they all provide that classic Super Mario World experience that we all know and love.