Step beyond Worlds 1–8 and into the unknown. In this series, Retro Mark explores the hidden and glitched worlds of Super Mario Bros. levels that were never meant to be seen. Using techniques like cartridge swapping, Game Genie codes, and hex editing, each episode dives deeper into broken, unstable, and sometimes completely unplayable versions of the game. From looping levels and corrupted environments to worlds that simply stop working… this is the most immersive journey into Mario’s glitched reality. How far do the Glitched Worlds go?
Curated by: Retro Mark (25 videos)
Super Mario Bros. Special for NES is one of the strangest and most fascinating lost Mario games ever created. Originally released in 1986 for the PC‑8801 and Sharp X1, this forgotten version of Mario was choppy, single‑screen, and nearly unplayable. But decades later, fans rebuilt the entire game from scratch for the NES, creating the definitive way to experience this bizarre chapter of Mario history. I explore the origins of SMB Special, why Hudson Soft created it, how it disappeared, and how ROM hackers resurrected it for modern players. From odd enemy placements to experimental items and chaotic level design, this game feels like a Mario from a parallel universe. If you love retro gaming, lost games, Mario history, or ROM hacks, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. Time stamps 00:00 – The Lost Mario Game 00:38 – The Strange Origins of SMB Special 01:14 – Why the Original Version Failed 01:29 – The Fan made NES Resurrection 02:03 – The Weirdest Level Designs 02:44 – How The NES Port Improves Everything 03:07 – Why This Game Matters 03:19 – Final Thoughts #retrogaming #glitchedworlds #retro #gaming #pixelatedobscura #nintendo #supermariobros #gaminghistory Intro music: Boss Fight- PYIVSPLKJRXZMWDO