Luigi Games on Nintendo Switch in 2025

For those who grew up with Mario platformers, Luigi, the green-capped brother of Mario, is a beloved figure often recognized as gaming's ultimate Player 2. Despite living in the shadow of his more famous twin, Luigi has carved out his own niche, particularly shining in the Luigi's Mansion series. As we approach the launch of the Switch 2, we're taking a moment to celebrate Luigi and all the Player 2s out there by showcasing the full roster of Luigi games available on the Nintendo Switch.

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

There are 17 games on Switch where you can play as Luigi. He takes the lead role in only two titles, Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD and Luigi’s Mansion 3, and shares the spotlight in 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 game, Luigi, alongside his green gooey clone, collaborates 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 revamped version of the 2013 Nintendo 3DS game Luigi’s Mansion: Dark Moon. Here, Luigi explores the haunted mansions of Evershade Valley to capture King Boo and save his brother once more.

Mario & Luigi: Brothership (2024)

While not solely a 'Luigi game,' Mario & Luigi: Brothership places both brothers on equal footing. This latest entry in the Mario & Luigi series challenges players to navigate puzzles and platforming challenges to restore the kingdom of Concordia.

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Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (2017)

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe marked the first Switch game featuring Luigi as a playable character. He's 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 inspired the Luigi Death Stare meme.

Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle (2017)

Luigi joined forces with Rabbid Luigi in the Nintendo-Ubisoft collaboration Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle. This tactical RPG lets players recruit both Luigi and his Rabbid counterpart as party members.

Mario Tennis Aces (2018)

In Mario Tennis Aces, Luigi served as one of 16 playable characters at launch. Known for his balanced stats, Luigi's specialty shot, Pipe Cannon, allows him to soar into the air for a powerful spike.

Super Mario Party (2018)

Super Mario Party introduced Luigi as one of 20 playable characters on the Switch. A staple in every Mario Party game, this title became Nintendo's ninth best-selling game on the platform, according to the company.

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (2018)

As an unlockable character in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Luigi has appeared in all five Smash games. According to LumiRank’s 2025 tier list, he's an A+-tier fighter and ranks 18th overall among 93 ranked Smash players.

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. Here, Luigi stars with his higher jump and a unique 100-second timer per level.

Super Mario Maker 2 (2019)

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

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

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

Mario Golf: Super Rush (2021)

Luigi tees off in Mario Golf: Super Rush, one of 22 playable characters. With decent control and excellent speed, he's ideal for the new 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 and boards. Unlike its predecessor, Superstars is not an original game but a nostalgic compilation.

Mario Strikers: Battle League Football (2022)

In Mario Strikers: Battle League Football, Luigi showcases his skills as one of 16 playable characters, excelling in technique for dribbling, curving shots, and accurate shooting.

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope (2022)

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

Super Mario Bros. Wonder (2023)

In the latest 2D Mario platformer, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, Luigi serves as a playable character with the same gameplay mechanics as Mario, differing only in appearance.

Super Mario Party Jamboree (2024)

Luigi is back in Super Mario Party Jamboree, the largest and arguably best game in the series. As part of the new Buddy mechanic, he can alter dice rolls to potentially give players a score of 10.

What's Next for Luigi?

The next opportunity to play as Luigi will come with a new Mario Kart game set to launch with the Switch 2, featuring an unprecedented 24 racers on each track. Beyond that, Luigi is likely to join Mario in future adventures. Rumors suggest more games will be unveiled at a Nintendo Direct scheduled for April 2, offering further excitement for Luigi fans and players everywhere.