Luigi Games on Nintendo Switch: 2025 Preview

For those who grew up playing Mario platformers, Luigi is no stranger. Often seen as the quintessential Player 2, Nintendo's green-capped hero has long been in the shadow of his more famous twin, Mario. Yet, Luigi has carved out his own niche, particularly with the ghostbusting adventures of the Luigi's Mansion series. As we approach the era of the Switch 2, let's take a moment to celebrate Luigi and all the Player 2s out there with a comprehensive rundown of every Luigi game available on the Nintendo Switch.

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

There are 17 games on the Switch where you can take control of Luigi. He stars as the main character in only two titles (Luigi's Mansion 2 HD and Luigi's Mansion 3) and shares the spotlight as co-lead in one game (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 third installment in his solo ghostbusting series. In this adventure, Luigi, along with his green gooey clone, teams up with Professor E. Gadd to tackle ghosts and rescue his friends from King Boo's haunted hotel.

Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD (2024)

Luigi's Mansion 2 HD is a high-definition remake of the 2013 Nintendo 3DS game, Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon. In this sequel, Luigi embarks on a ghostly journey through the mansions of Evershade Valley to capture King Boo once again and save his brother.

Mario & Luigi: Brothership (2024)

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

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Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (2017)

Luigi was one of the first characters you could race as in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on the Switch. A middleweight racer with balanced stats leaning towards speed and handling, Luigi's iconic appearance in an ad for the original Wii U version of Mario Kart 8 also gave birth to the Luigi Death Stare meme.

Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle (2017)

Luigi teamed up with Rabbid Luigi, his mischievous counterpart, in the tactical RPG Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle, a unique collaboration between Nintendo and Ubisoft.

Mario Tennis Aces (2018)

Luigi took to the tennis court in Mario Tennis Aces, serving as one of the 16 launch characters. Known for his balanced "all-around" playstyle, Luigi's specialty shot, the Pipe Cannon, launches him into the air for a powerful spike.

Super Mario Party (2018)

As one of 20 playable characters in Super Mario Party, Luigi has been a mainstay in the series since its inception. This was the first Mario Party game on the 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 fighters to appear in all five Smash games. He's rated as an A+-tier fighter and the 18th best overall according to LumiRank’s 2025 tier list, which aggregates the opinions of 93 ranked Smash players.

New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe (2019)

Luigi is playable in the platformer New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe, which includes the expansion New Super Luigi U. In this expansion, Luigi takes center stage with his higher jump and unique level challenges.

Super Mario Maker 2 (2019)

In Super Mario Maker 2, Luigi joins Mario, Toad, and Toadette as one of the four playable characters. Players can craft their own Mario levels using assets from various classic Mario games.

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

Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury allows players to experience the entire game as Luigi, whose control feels a bit 'floaty' and 'slippery' compared to Mario due to his higher jump and less traction.

Mario Golf: Super Rush (2021)

Luigi swings onto the golf course in Mario Golf: Super Rush, where his decent control and excellent speed stats make him a standout choice for the game's new Speed Golf mode. His special shot, the Ice Flower Freeze, creates a frozen hazard on impact.

Mario Party Superstars (2021)

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

Mario Strikers: Battle League Football (2022)

In Mario Strikers: Battle League Football, Luigi showcases his well-balanced football skills, excelling in technique which affects dribbling, shot curving, and shooting accuracy.

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope (2022)

Luigi and Rabbid Luigi return in Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope, where Luigi's role as a Sneak Attacker highlights his ranged weaponry and lower health.

Super Mario Bros. Wonder (2023)

In Super Mario Bros. Wonder, the latest 2D Mario platformer, Luigi offers a different look but plays identically to Mario.

Super Mario Party Jamboree (2024)

Luigi is playable in Super Mario Party Jamboree, the largest and arguably the best in the Mario Party series. Beyond being a playable character, Luigi features in the new Buddy mechanic, potentially changing dice rolls to 10s.

What's Next for Luigi?

Keep an eye out for Luigi in the upcoming Mario Kart game, set to launch with the Switch 2. This game will feature an unprecedented 24 racers per track. Additionally, Luigi is likely to join Mario in his next adventure. Rumors abound about more titles coming with Nintendo's next console generation, with more details expected from a Nintendo Direct scheduled for April 2.