Luigi Games on Nintendo Switch: 2025 Preview

As any younger sibling who grew up on Mario platformers knows, Luigi is gaming's ultimate Player 2. Nintendo's green-capped member of the Mario Bros. has often lived in the shadow of his older twin Mario, only stepping into the spotlight with his ghostbusting Luigi's Mansion series. As we approach the launch of the Switch 2, we’re celebrating another console generation of Luigi and Player 2s everywhere with a comprehensive list 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’s the main character in only two games (Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD and Luigi’s Mansion 3) and the co-lead 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 Switch came with Luigi’s Mansion 3, the third installment in the character’s beloved solo series. In this adventure, the timid hero, alongside 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 remastered version of the 2013 Nintendo 3DS game Luigi’s Mansion: Dark Moon. In this second outing, Luigi embarks on a ghostbusting journey through the mansions of Evershade Valley to once again capture King Boo and save his brother.

Mario & Luigi: Brothership (2024)

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

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Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (2017)

Luigi made his first appearance on Switch as a playable character in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. He is a middleweight racer with a balanced stat distribution that slightly favors speed and handling. His iconic appearance in an ad for the original Wii U version of Mario Kart 8 gave birth to the Luigi Death Stare meme.

Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle (2017)

Luigi next appeared in the Nintendo-Ubisoft collaboration Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle. This tactical RPG features both Luigi and Rabbid Luigi, a Rabbid who mimics his human counterpart, as potential party members.

Mario Tennis Aces (2018)

Luigi took to the court as one of 16 playable launch characters in Mario Tennis Aces. Known for his balanced, all-around abilities in Mario sports games, Luigi’s specialty shot, Pipe Cannon, propels him into the air for a powerful spike.

Super Mario Party (2018)

Luigi is one of 20 playable characters in Super Mario Party. He has been a staple in every Mario Party game to date, including the two other titles mentioned later. This was the first Mario Party game released for 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 12 fighters playable in all five Smash games. According to LumiRank’s 2025 tier list, which aggregated 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 the 2019 platformer New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe. This expanded version of NSMBU for Wii U includes the New Super Luigi U expansion, where Luigi stars with his higher jump, remixed levels from the base game, and a challenging 100-second timer per level.

Super Mario Maker 2 (2019)

Alongside Mario, Toad, and Toadette, Luigi is one of four playable characters in Super Mario Maker 2. This level-building platformer allows players to design their own Mario levels using assets from multiple classic Mario titles.

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

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

Mario Golf: Super Rush (2021)

Luigi joins Mario and friends on the golf course in Mario Golf: Super Rush. With decent control and excellent speed stats, he is a strong choice for the new Speed Golf mode. His special shot, Ice Flower Freeze, freezes the ground upon impact, creating a challenging area for opponents.

Mario Party Superstars (2021)

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

Mario Strikers: Battle League Football (2022)

Mario Strikers: Battle League Football, the latest soccer/football game in the Mario series, includes Luigi as one of 16 playable characters. He excels in technique, which enhances his ability to dribble, curve shots, and shoot accurately.

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope (2022)

Luigi, alongside Rabbid Luigi, returns in the tactical sequel Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope. Classified as a Sneak Attacker, Luigi uses ranged weaponry but has lower health.

Super Mario Bros. Wonder (2023)

In the latest 2D Mario platformer, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, Luigi is a playable alternative to Mario. The only difference between the brothers is their appearance, as they play identically.

Super Mario Party Jamboree (2024)

Luigi is a playable character in Super Mario Party Jamboree, the largest and arguably best game in Nintendo’s flagship party series. Additionally, he features in the new Buddy mechanic, which can alter a player’s 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 alongside the Switch 2, featuring double the usual number of racers, totaling 24 on each track. Luigi is sure to join Mario in his upcoming adventures, with more games rumored to accompany Nintendo's next console generation. Stay tuned for updates, which are likely to come from the Nintendo Direct scheduled for April 2.