Luigi Games on Nintendo Switch: 2025 Preview

For anyone who grew up with Mario platformers, Luigi stands out as the quintessential Player 2. As the green-capped counterpart to Mario, Luigi has often been overshadowed by his more famous brother, yet he has carved out his own niche with the ghost-hunting adventures of the Luigi's Mansion series. As we approach the launch of the Switch 2, it's the perfect time to celebrate Luigi and all the Player 2s with a comprehensive rundown of every Luigi game available on the Switch.

How Many Luigi Games Are on Switch? -----------------------------------

There are 17 games on Switch that let you play as Luigi. He takes the lead in just two titles (Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD and Luigi’s Mansion 3) and shares the spotlight in one (Mario & Luigi: Brothership).

### Luigi's Mansion 3

0See it at Amazon### Luigi's Mansion 2 HD

0See it at Amazon### Mario & Luigi: Brothership

0See it at Amazon### Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

0See it at Amazon### Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle

0See it at Amazon### Mario Tennis Aces

0See it at Amazon### Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

0See it at Amazon### Super Mario Maker 2

0See it at Amazon### Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury

0See it at Amazon### Mario Golf: Super Rush

0See it at Amazon### Mario Strikers: Battle League Football

0See it at Amazon### Super Mario Bros. Wonder

0See it at Amazon### Super Mario Party Jamboree

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Luigi’s Mansion 3 (2019)

Luigi's first starring role on the Switch came with Luigi’s Mansion 3, the latest installment in his unique ghost-hunting series. Here, Luigi, along with his green gooey clone, teams up with Professor E. Gadd to battle ghosts and rescue his friends from King Boo’s haunted hotel.

Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD (2024)

Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD is a refreshed version of the 2013 Nintendo 3DS game, Luigi’s Mansion: Dark Moon. In this second spooky adventure, Luigi navigates the haunted mansions of Evershade Valley to capture King Boo once again and save his brother.

Mario & Luigi: Brothership (2024)

While not a solo Luigi game, Mario & Luigi: Brothership showcases both brothers equally. This marks the first entry in the Mario & Luigi series since Paper Jam in 2014, where players control both Mario and Luigi as they solve puzzles and tackle platforming challenges to restore the kingdom of Concordia.

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Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (2017)

Luigi debuted as a playable character on the Switch in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. He is a middleweight racer with a balanced stat distribution, slightly favoring speed and handling. His iconic appearance in an ad for the original Wii U version of Mario Kart 8 even sparked the Luigi Death Stare meme.

Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle (2017)

Luigi featured next in the collaborative effort between Nintendo and Ubisoft, Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle. This tactical RPG introduces both Luigi and his counterpart, Rabbid Luigi, who mimics his human counterpart's style and antics, as potential party members.

Mario Tennis Aces (2018)

In 2018, Luigi joined 15 other characters on the court in Mario Tennis Aces. Known for his balanced abilities in Mario sports games, Luigi’s specialty shot, the Pipe Cannon, launches him into the air for a powerful spike.

Super Mario Party (2018)

Luigi is one of the 20 playable characters in Super Mario Party. As a staple in every Mario Party game, he has been a constant presence alongside Mario. This marks the first Mario Party game for the Switch and is Nintendo's ninth best-selling title on the platform, according to the company.

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (2018)

Luigi returns as an unlockable character in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, one of the 12 characters featured in all five Smash games. LumiRank’s 2025 tier list, which gathered the insights of 93 ranked Smash players, rates Luigi as an A+-tier fighter and the 18th best overall.

New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe (2019)

In the 2019 platformer New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe, Luigi is a playable character. This expanded version of the Wii U game includes the New Super Luigi U expansion, where Luigi takes the lead with his higher jumps, level remixes, and a challenging 100-second timer per level.

Super Mario Maker 2 (2019)

Luigi is one of four playable characters in Super Mario Maker 2, alongside Mario, Toad, and Toadette. This level-building platformer lets players craft their own Mario levels using assets from various Mario games, including Super Mario Bros., Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Mario World, New Super Mario Bros. U, and Super Mario 3D World.

Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury (2021)

Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury offers the full experience with Luigi, similar to its Wii U predecessor. Luigi's control mirrors Mario's, but with a higher jump and less traction, giving him a 'floaty' and 'slippery' feel.

Mario Golf: Super Rush (2021)

Luigi tees off in Mario Golf: Super Rush, one of 22 playable characters. His balanced control and excellent speed stats make him ideal for the game's new Speed Golf mode. His special shot, Ice Flower Freeze, creates a hazardous area for opponents by freezing the ground on impact.

Mario Party Superstars (2021)

Luigi returns in Mario Party Superstars, the second Mario Party game on the Switch. Unlike its predecessor, Superstars is a collection of classic minigames, boards, and mechanics from the series' history.

Mario Strikers: Battle League Football (2022)

Luigi is one of 16 playable characters in Mario Strikers: Battle League Football, the latest Mario soccer/football game. He is a well-balanced player with a focus on technique, which enhances his ability to dribble, curve shots, and shoot accurately.

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope (2022)

Luigi and Rabbid Luigi return in the sequel, Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope. Labeled a Sneak Attacker, Luigi's ranged weapons and low health set him apart in this tactical RPG.

Super Mario Bros. Wonder (2023)

In the latest 2D platformer, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, Luigi serves as a playable alternative to Mario. The gameplay mechanics for both brothers are identical, differing only in appearance.

Super Mario Party Jamboree (2024)

Luigi is playable in Super Mario Party Jamboree, which is the largest and possibly the best entry in Nintendo's party series. Beyond being a playable character, Luigi participates in the new Buddy mechanic, potentially altering dice rolls to 10s.

What's Next for Luigi?

The next opportunity to play as Luigi will be in a new Mario Kart game, set to launch with the Switch 2, featuring an unprecedented 24 racers per track. Additionally, Luigi is likely to join Mario in his upcoming adventures. Rumors suggest more games will be announced at the Nintendo Direct scheduled for April 2, coinciding with the new console generation.