This is the "must-have" mod. It replaces the original blocky 3D models with high-poly versions that look like the official Nintendo renders from the 90s. Mario looks exactly like his box art.

Because they wrote new code (not copying Nintendo’s executables), they were able to recompile the game to run natively on PC hardware. The result is astounding:

Yes. The decompilation project also supports Android and iOS (via sideloading). However, if you search for "super mario 64 download pc port" you likely want the desktop version. For mobile, search for "SM64Android."

Plug-and-play support for Xbox, PlayStation, and Switch controllers. 🛠️ How to "Download" and Install

Use Render96 to make the game look like old-school 90s CG renders, or add ray-traced lighting for realistic shadows and reflections. How to Get the Super Mario 64 PC Port

While the original was locked at 30 FPS, the port supports 60 FPS and beyond through interpolation patches. 📦 How to "Download" and Build