Running a romhack on mobile requires specific configuration tuning that differs from the base Super Mario 64.
The recommended emulator for Android is Mupen64Plus FZ (available on the Google Play Store). It has the best compatibility with ROM hacks.
As of 2025, the original mod receives sporadic updates. However, the Android repack community has taken over optimizations. Expect:
The ultimate dream is a native Android port (not emulated) using the Super Mario 64 decompilation project. That would allow true 120 FPS, cloud saves, and mod support without emulation overhead. For now, the emulated repack remains the gold standard.