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AppWizard

June 24, 2025

Mario Kart World just launched with Switch 2, but PC gamers are playing Mario Kart 64 instead thanks to a “many-year” fan project that doesn’t contain Nintendo’s original code

Over two weeks after the launch of the Switch 2 and the latest Mario Kart installment, a fan-made port of Mario Kart 64, called SpaghettiKart, has been released for PC. This port was created by fans who reverse-engineered the original game, ensuring it does not use any code from the Nintendo 64 version to avoid legal issues. SpaghettiKart is available for download on GitHub and is still a work-in-progress, with some features not yet fully supported and a rare crash issue for a small number of users. The project follows the decompilation of the classic game and is part of a trend of retro titles being ported by fans.

AppWizard

June 24, 2025

Mario Kart 64 races onto PC with unofficial port, no emulation necessary

UltraHLE enabled players to run commercial Nintendo 64 games at playable frame rates on Windows 9x. The Harbour Masters collective has developed SpaghettiKart, an unofficial PC port of Mario Kart 64, by decompiling and recompiling the original game code for contemporary platforms, including Windows, Linux (Ubuntu 22), and Nintendo Switch. Players must provide their own Mario Kart 64 ROM and use "Spaghettify.exe" to load the game. SpaghettiKart currently supports only the US version and offers three rendering APIs: DirectX 11 for Windows, Metal for macOS, and OpenGL for other platforms. The port allows for custom assets and mods, although it is still in development and may have occasional crashes. Mario Kart 64 is the second-best-selling title for the Nintendo 64, with nearly 9.87 million copies sold globally. SpaghettiKart utilizes Libultraship, a library that reimplements Nintendo 64 SDK functions on modern machines.

AppWizard

June 23, 2025

Mario Kart 64 has a native PC port now thanks to the mad lads even Nintendo can’t stop, who also ported Zelda and Star Fox

The Harbour Masters have developed a native PC port of Mario Kart 64 called SpaghettiKart, allowing players to race without an emulator. Users must provide their own legally acquired ROM to comply with copyright laws. The project is still in development, featuring some bugs and crashes. The Harbour Masters are known for successful ports of other classic games, like Starfox 64. Detailed instructions and information about the required ROM can be found on the project's GitHub page.

AppWizard

June 23, 2025

Minecraft Retakes 1st on the Swiss Charts, Mario Kart World Drops to 3rd

Minecraft has reclaimed the top position in the Swiss gaming charts for the 24th week of 2025. Mario Kart World has dropped from first to third place, while Mario Kart 8 Deluxe has risen to fourth. The Legend Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild is now in fifth place, and The Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom has fallen to ninth. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Hogwarts Legacy have returned to the top 10, occupying sixth and tenth places, respectively. EA Sports FC 25 has moved up to second place, and Super Mario Party Jamboree is now seventh. Cyberpunk 2077 has dropped to eighth place. The current top 10 features five Nintendo titles and five multiplatform games.

AppWizard

June 23, 2025

Mario Kart 64 Has Been Ported To PC

SpaghettiKart is a PC port of the classic game Mario Kart 64, developed by Harbour Masters. It requires users to provide their own ROM and does not use any original game code. The project is still in progress, with some features not fully implemented and a rare crash affecting a small number of users. The developers expressed gratitude to various contributors and communities that supported the project. SpaghettiKart is available for download for players interested in experiencing the game.

AppWizard

June 23, 2025

The emulator that lets you play NES games in 3D has left early access on Steam

3dSen has launched Version 1.0, an emulator that converts classic NES 2D games into 3D experiences, featuring a library of 100 supported titles, including Contra, Super Mario Bros, Batman, Castlevania, Bubble Bobble, and Gradius. The standard version is available on Steam, while the VR version, which includes the standard edition, is priced higher.

AppWizard

June 22, 2025

Jack Black riles up fanbase at Kids’ Choice Awards after viral Minecraft moment

Jack Black was honored with the King of Comedy award at the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards for his contributions to comedy, including roles in Nacho Libre, Kung Fu Panda, and A Minecraft Movie. He also won the title of Favorite Movie Actor for his role in A Minecraft Movie. During his acceptance speech, he expressed gratitude to his fans and referenced his character Dewey Finn from School of Rock and his portrayal of Bowser in The Super Mario Bros. Movie. A notable moment of the evening included Black referencing a viral scene from A Minecraft Movie involving the phrase "chicken jockey." The Kids' Choice Awards featured nominees like Selena Gomez, Ariana Grande, Lady Gaga, and Kendrick Lamar, with Jack Black, Dwayne Johnson, and Jelly Roll receiving three nominations each. Winners received Nickelodeon’s orange Blimp trophy and many attendees were covered in green slime.

AppWizard

June 21, 2025

Jack Black and Jason Momoa Make A Minecraft Movie a Delight

A Minecraft Movie was released on Max on June 20, 2025, featuring Jack Black as Steve, who discovers two artifacts that transport him to a fantastical dimension. The film's antagonist is Malgosha, the leader of the Nether. Jack Black's performance is complemented by Jason Momoa as Garrett “the Garbage Man” Garrison, creating a dynamic between Steve's confidence and Garrett's self-awareness. The story includes characters Henry and Natalie, who face challenges like rectangular shrub zombies and piglin warriors. Directed by Jared Hess, the screenplay was written by a team of five, balancing humor and heart while respecting the game's spirit.

AppWizard

June 21, 2025

An unofficial PC port of Mario Kart 64 is now available for download

The NES emulator, 3dSen, was fully released today, and a fan-driven project called SpaghettiKart, a PC version of Mario Kart 64, has also been unveiled. SpaghettiKart is created through reverse engineering and features clean code without any lines from the original game, allowing for public sharing. It requires players to generate the O2R from their own ROMs and currently supports only the US version of Mario Kart 64. Compatibility with Mario Kart 64 HD is uncertain, and while future enhancements like Path Tracing effects and an HD Texture Pack are hoped for, they have not been confirmed. SpaghettiKart includes unique PC-only features such as a Track Editor, Custom Track Importer, Crystal Clear Audio, Harder CPUs, and Freecam. It is available for download with an installation guide.

AppWizard

June 20, 2025

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds is getting Minecraft characters and Hatsune Miku to make sure people are “not just playing it when it comes out, having fun, and that being it”

Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds will feature crossover characters from franchises such as Minecraft, Yakuza, Hatsune Miku, and Joker from Persona 5, aiming to create a 'Hall of Fame' atmosphere. Producer Takashi Iizuka stated that the game seeks to pull from the best elements of previous racing titles to enhance player engagement. A Season Pass will provide new content, including characters and courses, for a year after launch, with Minecraft being the first major addition. This strategy is intended to maintain player interest in a competitive gaming landscape, particularly against titles like Mario Kart.