Luigi Games Coming to Nintendo Switch in 2025

If you grew up playing Mario platformers, you're well-acquainted with Luigi, the quintessential Player 2. Often living in the shadow of his more famous brother Mario, Luigi has carved out his own niche, especially with his solo adventures in the Luigi's Mansion series. As we approach the launch of the Switch 2, we're celebrating 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 that feature Luigi as a playable character. He takes the spotlight in just two titles: Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD and Luigi’s Mansion 3, and shares the 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 ghost-hunting series. In this adventure, Luigi and his green gooey clone, Gooigi, join forces with Professor E. Gadd to battle ghosts and rescue their friends from the haunted hotel controlled by King Boo.

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 game, Luigi explores the haunted mansions of Evershade Valley to capture King Boo and save his brother once again.

Mario & Luigi: Brothership (2024)

While not exclusively a Luigi game, Mario & Luigi: Brothership offers equal billing to both brothers. This title marks the first release 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 first appeared as a playable character on the Switch in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. As a middleweight racer, he boasts a balanced stat distribution with a slight edge in speed and handling. His iconic appearance in an ad for the original Wii U version of Mario Kart 8 led to the famous Luigi Death Stare meme.

Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle (2017)

Luigi joined forces with Rabbid Luigi in the tactical RPG Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle, a collaboration between Nintendo and Ubisoft. Both Luigi and his Rabbid counterpart can be selected as party members, bringing their unique skills to the battlefield.

Mario Tennis Aces (2018)

Luigi served up fun on the court as one of the 16 playable characters in Mario Tennis Aces. Known for his balanced stats, 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. A staple in the Mario Party series, Luigi has been a part of every game alongside Mario. This was the first Mario Party title released for the Switch and ranks as Nintendo's ninth best-selling game 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. 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 expanded version of the Wii U game that includes the New Super Luigi U expansion. In this expansion, Luigi takes center stage with his higher jump, remixed levels, and a challenging 100-second timer per level.

Super Mario Maker 2 (2019)

In Super Mario Maker 2, Luigi joins Mario, Toad, and Toadette as one of the four playable characters. This level-building platformer lets players craft their own Mario levels using assets from various Mario games.

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

In Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury, players can choose to play as Luigi, who controls similarly to Mario but with a slightly higher jump and less traction, giving him a more 'floaty' and 'slippery' feel.

Mario Golf: Super Rush (2021)

Luigi tees off in Mario Golf: Super Rush as one of the 22 playable characters. With excellent speed and decent control, he's a top pick for the game's new Speed Golf mode. His special shot, the Ice Flower Freeze, creates a frozen hazard on the course.

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 the 16 playable characters in Mario Strikers: Battle League Football, the latest Mario soccer/football game. Known for his balanced stats, Luigi excels in technique, enhancing his dribbling, shot curving, and shooting accuracy.

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope (2022)

Luigi and Rabbid Luigi return in Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope, the tactical sequel from Ubisoft and Nintendo. Labeled as a Sneak Attacker, Luigi uses ranged weaponry despite his low health.

Super Mario Bros. Wonder (2023)

In Super Mario Bros. Wonder, the latest 2D Mario platformer, Luigi is a playable character alongside Mario. While their gameplay is identical, Luigi offers a different aesthetic.

Super Mario Party Jamboree (2024)

Luigi is playable in Super Mario Party Jamboree, the largest and arguably the best game in Nintendo's party series. Beyond being a playable character, Luigi features in the new Buddy mechanic, potentially turning dice rolls into 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. Luigi is sure to join Mario in future adventures as well. With numerous games rumored for Nintendo's next console generation, more details are expected to be revealed at the upcoming Nintendo Direct on April 2.