Luigi Games Coming to Nintendo Switch in 2025

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 lived a lifetime in the shadow of his older twin Mario, only stepping out for a taste of solo stardom in his ghostbusting Luigi's Mansion series.

As we move closer to 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 was in Luigi’s Mansion 3, the third entry in the character’s only solo series to date. Luigi’s Mansion 3 sees our timid hero and his green gooey clone team up with Professor E. Gadd to battle ghosts and save his friends from King Boo’s haunted hotel.

Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD (2024)

Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD is a remake of the 2013 Nintendo 3DS game Luigi’s Mansion: Dark Moon. This second game in the spooky series sees Luigi ghostbusting his way through the mansions of Evershade Valley to once again capture King Boo and save his brother.

Mario & Luigi: Brothership (2024)

Sure, it's not exclusively a 'Luigi game,' but Mario & Luigi: Brothership certainly puts the brothers on even footing. Brothership is the first release in the Mario & Luigi series since Paper Jam in 2014. Players take on the role of both brothers, who must traverse 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 Switch in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. He's a middleweight racer with a well-balanced stat distribution that slightly favors speed and handling. His appearance in an ad for the original Wii U version of Mario Kart 8 famously sparked the Luigi Death Stare meme.

Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle (2017)

Luigi next joined the fray in the Nintendo-Ubisoft collaboration Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle. This tactical RPG features both Luigi and Rabbid Luigi, a Rabbid who mirrors his human counterpart in both dress and behavior, as possible party members.

Mario Tennis Aces (2018)

Luigi took to the court as one of 16 playable launch characters in 2018’s Mario Tennis Aces. Known for his balanced stats in Mario sports games, Luigi's specialty shot, Pipe Cannon, propels him into the air, setting up a powerful spike.

Super Mario Party (2018)

Luigi is one of 20 playable characters in Super Mario Party. A constant companion to Mario in the series, he's featured in every Mario Party game, including the subsequent entries on this list. This game marked 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, appearing in all five Smash games. According to LumiRank’s 2025 tier list, which aggregates the views of 93 ranked Smash players, Luigi is an A+-tier fighter and ranks as 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, an expanded version of the Wii U release that includes the New Super Luigi U expansion. In this expansion, Luigi stars as the main character, featuring his higher jump, level remixes, 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 four playable characters. This level-building platformer allows players to design their own Mario levels using assets from various classic games.

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

Like its Wii U predecessor, Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury can be played entirely as Luigi. He controls similarly to Mario but with a slightly higher jump and less traction, making him feel more 'floaty' and 'slippery'.

Mario Golf: Super Rush (2021)

Luigi joined the roster of 22 playable characters in Mario Golf: Super Rush. With decent control and excellent speed, he's particularly suited for the game's new Speed Golf mode. His special shot, Ice Flower Freeze, creates a hazardous icy patch upon impact.

Mario Party Superstars (2021)

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

Mario Strikers: Battle League Football (2022)

Luigi is one of 16 playable characters in Mario Strikers: Battle League Football, the latest Mario soccer/football game. As a well-balanced player, he excels in technique, which affects dribbling, shot curving, and shooting accuracy.

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope (2022)

Luigi and Rabbid Luigi returned for Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope, Ubisoft and Nintendo’s tactical RPG sequel. Luigi is classified as a Sneak Attacker, known for his ranged weaponry and lower health.

Super Mario Bros. Wonder (2023)

In Super Mario Bros. Wonder, the latest 2D Mario platformer, Luigi offers a visually distinct alternative to Mario. Both characters play identically, with the only difference being their appearance.

Super Mario Party Jamboree (2024)

Luigi is playable in Super Mario Party Jamboree, hailed as the largest and one of the best entries in Nintendo’s party series. He also features in the new Buddy mechanic, potentially altering 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, boasting an unprecedented 24 racers on each track. Additionally, Luigi is likely to accompany Mario on his future adventures. With the next console generation on the horizon, numerous games are rumored to be in development, and further details are expected to be revealed at a Nintendo Direct scheduled for April 2.