Projects like Super Mario 64: AI Enhanced rely on the Z64 ROM as a base, injecting machine-learning-upscaled textures while preserving original collision data.
Some levels have been reworked with new paths, secrets, and in a few cases, entirely new areas to explore. This can breathe new life into familiar environments, offering both veterans and newcomers alike a reason to explore every nook and cranny. Super Mario 64 Z64 Rom