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 complete list of every Luigi game on 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 graced the Switch in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, where he's a middleweight racer with a well-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 even sparked the Luigi Death Stare meme.

Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle (2017)

Luigi joined forces with Rabbid Luigi in the tactical RPG Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle. This Nintendo-Ubisoft collaboration lets players control both Luigi and his Rabbid counterpart, who mirrors Luigi's style and antics.

Mario Tennis Aces (2018)

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

Super Mario Party (2018)

Luigi is one of 20 playable characters in Super Mario Party, marking his presence in every Mario Party game to date. This first Mario Party game on Switch is also 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 12 characters to appear in all five Smash games. According to LumiRank’s 2025 tier list, which gathered insights from 93 ranked Smash players, Luigi ranks 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 the lead 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 four playable characters. This level-building platformer lets players craft their own Mario levels using assets from various classic Mario games.

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

You can play Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury entirely 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 with decent control and excellent speed stats, making him ideal for the game's 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, the second Mario Party game on 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 16 playable characters in Mario Strikers: Battle League Football, 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 classified as a Sneak Attacker with ranged weaponry and lower health.

Super Mario Bros. Wonder (2023)

In Super Mario Bros. Wonder, Luigi is a playable alternative to Mario, with the only difference being their aesthetic appearance, as they play identically.

Super Mario Party Jamboree (2024)

Luigi is playable in Super Mario Party Jamboree, the largest and arguably best game in the Mario Party series. He also features in the new Buddy mechanic, potentially turning dice rolls into 10s.

What's Next for Luigi?

The next time you'll be able to play as Luigi is in a new Mario Kart game, expected to release alongside the Switch 2, featuring double the usual amount of racers—24 on each track. Luigi is sure to join Mario in whatever his next adventure might be. With plenty of games rumored for Nintendo's next console generation, keep an eye out for updates from the upcoming Nintendo Direct scheduled for April 2.