Do I need the original game files to run Super Mario Advance 4: Super Mario Bros. 3 Recompilation?

Yes. The project does not include the original game's assets, so you need your own copy.

Super Mario Advance 4: Super Mario Bros. 3 Recompilation

RecompilationActive

The original game's compiled code translated into a native program for a new platform, usually a PC port.

Based on Super Mario Advance 4: Super Mario Bros. 3

Image of the original game, Super Mario Advance 4: Super Mario Bros. 3. This project has no screenshots of its own yet.

Super Mario Advance 4: Super Mario Bros. 3 (original game, not this project) — Image of the original game, Super Mario Advance 4: Super Mario Bros. 3. This project has no screenshots of its own yet.

Links, repository & details

About

A static recompilation of Super Mario Advance 4: Super Mario Bros. 3 for Windows, so the original Game Boy Advance code runs as a native desktop application. It has a launcher, controller support, fullscreen display, audio settings and save states. The game boots, reaches the title screen and runs Super Mario Bros. 3 gameplay.

Getting started

Download the Windows zip from Releases, extract it and run SuperMarioAdvance4Recomp.exe. In the launcher, select your own Super Mario Advance 4 (USA/Australia, Rev 1) ROM and a retail GBA BIOS, which are not included, then configure display, audio and controls and select Play. Shift+F1-F9 saves a state and F1-F9 loads one.

History

The README says the recompilation is a byproduct of developing gbarecomp, with the games serving as a proving ground for the reusable framework.

Known issues & limitations

This is an experimental preview, not a finished commercial port; expect rough edges.
The experimental initial release may have undiscovered game-specific issues; back up important saves.

What you need to run it

Original game files required. The project ships code only; you provide your own copy of the game (Game Boy Advance version).

You need your own legally obtained game ROM and Nintendo GBA BIOS dumps.

Features

The original Game Boy Advance game runs as a native desktop application.
Play in a window or fullscreen, with configurable presentation.
The game has an in-game settings menu.
The project supports cartridge saves and save states.

How to install

Download the Windows zip from Releases and extract it.
Run SuperMarioAdvance4Recomp.exe.
In the launcher, select your supported ROM and retail GBA BIOS.
Configure display, audio, and controls, then select Play.
After the first setup, the launcher remembers valid files; enable Skip launcher on boot to start the game directly on later launches.

Controls

Use the arrow keys for the D-Pad.
Press Shift+F1–F9 to save a state and F1–F9 to load one.
Controls can be changed from the launcher.

Summarised from the project's README.

Status & roadmap

The initial v0.0.1 build is an experimental release; back up important saves and expect game-specific issues that have not been discovered yet.

Licensing & legal

Released under PolyForm Noncommercial 1.0.0, with third-party components keeping their own licenses.

FAQ

What is Super Mario Advance 4: Super Mario Bros. 3 Recompilation?: Super Mario Advance 4: Super Mario Bros. 3 Recompilation is an open-source recompilation of Super Mario Advance 4: Super Mario Bros. 3. The original game's compiled code translated into a native program for a new platform, usually a PC port. The original game ran on Game Boy Advance.
Do I need the original game files to run Super Mario Advance 4: Super Mario Bros. 3 Recompilation?: Yes. The project does not include the original game's assets, so you need your own copy.
How is Super Mario Advance 4: Super Mario Bros. 3 Recompilation licensed?: project: PolyForm Noncommercial 1.0.0 (project code). The repository itself is the authoritative source.