Luigi Games Coming to Nintendo Switch in 2025

For anyone who grew up playing Mario platformers, Luigi is the iconic Player 2, often overshadowed by his more famous brother, Mario. Yet, Luigi has carved out his own niche, particularly in the beloved Luigi's Mansion series, where he steps into the spotlight. As we anticipate the arrival of the Switch 2, let's celebrate Luigi's enduring presence on the current Switch with a comprehensive list of every game featuring him.

There are 17 games on Switch that let you play as Luigi. He's the main character in only two games (Luigi's Mansion 2 HD and Luigi's Mansion 3) and co-leads 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 took center stage on the Switch with Luigi's Mansion 3, the third installment in his solo series. In this adventure, Luigi teams up with his green gooey clone and 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 revamped version of the 2013 Nintendo 3DS title, Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon. In this sequel, Luigi embarks on a ghostbusting journey through Evershade Valley to capture King Boo once more and save his brother.

Mario & Luigi: Brothership (2024)

Although not exclusively a 'Luigi game,' Mario & Luigi: Brothership gives both brothers equal billing. This marks the first new entry in the Mario & Luigi series since Paper Jam in 2014, where players control both brothers as they navigate puzzles and platforming challenges to restore the kingdom of Concordia.

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (2017)

Luigi debuted as a playable character on the Switch with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. As a middleweight racer, he offers a balanced performance with a slight edge in speed and handling. His memorable appearance in an ad for the original Wii U version spawned the iconic Luigi Death Stare meme.

Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle (2017)

In the Nintendo-Ubisoft collaboration Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle, Luigi and his counterpart, Rabbid Luigi, join the fray as playable characters in this tactical RPG.

Mario Tennis Aces (2018)

Luigi steps onto the court in Mario Tennis Aces as one of 16 launch characters. Known for his balanced stats, his specialty shot, the Pipe Cannon, propels him into the air for a powerful spike.

Super Mario Party (2018)

Luigi is among the 20 playable characters in Super Mario Party, marking his presence in every Mario Party game, including the subsequent titles on this list. This game was the first Mario Party release on Switch and ranks as Nintendo's ninth best-selling title on the platform, according to the company.

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (2018)

Luigi is an unlockable character in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, one of the 12 characters playable across all five Smash games. According to LumiRank's 2025 tier list, which aggregates the opinions of 93 ranked Smash players, Luigi is rated as an A+-tier fighter and the 18th best overall.

New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe (2019)

Luigi is a playable character in New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe, an enhanced version of the Wii U title that includes the New Super Luigi U expansion. In this expansion, Luigi stars with his higher jump, remixed levels, and a 100-second timer per level.

Super Mario Maker 2 (2019)

Luigi joins Mario, Toad, and Toadette as one of four playable characters in Super Mario Maker 2. Players can create and play through custom levels using assets from various Mario games.

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

In Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury, Luigi is playable with controls similar to Mario but with a slightly higher jump and less traction, giving him a unique 'floaty' and 'slippery' feel.

Mario Golf: Super Rush (2021)

Luigi tees off in Mario Golf: Super Rush as one of 22 characters. With strong speed and decent control, he's well-suited for the game's Speed Golf mode. His special shot, Ice Flower Freeze, creates a hazardous icy area upon impact.

Mario Party Superstars (2021)

Luigi returns in Mario Party Superstars, a collection of classic minigames, boards, and mechanics from previous Mario Party games.

Mario Strikers: Battle League Football (2022)

Luigi is one of 16 playable characters in Mario Strikers: Battle League Football, excelling in technique, which aids in dribbling, curving shots, and shooting accurately.

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope (2022)

Luigi and Rabbid Luigi return in Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope, where Luigi is classified as a Sneak Attacker, equipped with ranged weaponry but lower health.

Super Mario Bros. Wonder (2023)

In Super Mario Bros. Wonder, Luigi is an alternative playable character to Mario, with the only difference being cosmetic as both brothers play identically.

Super Mario Party Jamboree (2024)

Luigi is a playable character in Super Mario Party Jamboree, the largest and arguably the best in the Mario Party series. Additionally, Luigi features in the new Buddy mechanic, potentially turning dice rolls into 10s.

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