Haunted House Hijinks: Luigi’s Mansion is Creeping onto Switch 2
In a delightful twist that will haunt gaming enthusiasts’ dreams – and perhaps their nightmares – Nintendo has summoned a classic blast from the past in the form of a GameCube gem arriving on the Switch 2.
Mark the calendar for October 30th, folks! Just when fright night is upon us, Luigi will be dusting off his Poltergust 3000 and gliding through some seriously spooky shenanigans in Luigi’s Mansion. Nothing says “Halloween” quite like vacuuming ghosts in a dimly lit haunted house, right?
Gaming’s Unlikely Hero: Luigi the Ghostbuster
Originally hailing from 2001, Luigi’s Mansion kicked off its ghost-hunting escapade as a snazzy GameCube launch title. Our favorite green-clad hero takes center stage as he scours a frightfully eerie mansion, desperately searching for his bro, Mario. Fingers crossed that Mario hasn’t come down with a bad case of the ghost flu!
Equipped with the Poltergust 3000—basically a fancy vacuum cleaner that would give any homeowner a fit of envy—Luigi sets out to inhale not dinner crumbs, but a parade of ghoulish troublemakers. Armed with suction power that would put any modern appliance to shame, Luigi confronts a house full of shady specters. Who knew ghostbusting required such boldness and a knack for keeping things tidy?
All Three Luigi Adventures in One Creepy Package!
In a move destined to send winks through the fog of nostalgia, Luigi’s Mansion will join an esteemed lineup as the sixth title in the growing Switch 2 GameCube library. Gaze in awe as it sits proudly beside illustrious companions like F-Zero GX, Super Mario Strikers, and the mesmerizing The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker. For the first time ever, players will have the privilege of accessing all three Luigi’s Mansion adventures on a single console. That’s right; the original, the remastered Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD (which somehow includes the 3DS sequel), and the beloved Luigi’s Mansion 3 will all coexist on one device. The family reunion has never been more ghostly!
Subscription Shenanigans for a Spooktacular Experience
To enjoy the spectral goodness, Switch 2 owners can unlock the treasure chest of GameCube games by subscribing to the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pass. It’s like an all-you-can-eat buffet, only for vintage gaming—and definitely less messy. For those pretending the price isn’t a factor, the standard Switch Online membership offers a game-changing experience with NES, SNES, Game Boy, and Game Boy Color games, costing just £3.49/€3.99/$3.99 monthly or a mere £17.99/€19.99/$19.99 for the whole year. What a steal, right?
The Expansion Pack, you ask? It’s needed to access the vast GameCube library and brings with it the charm of Nintendo 64, Game Boy Advance, and Sega Mega Drive/Genesis titles. Just try to ignore the annual fee of $49.99 / £34.99 / €39.99 – it’s all about those long-lost memories!
More Ghostly Guests on the Horizon
But wait, there’s more spooky goodness around the corner! Nintendo confirmed that other upcoming GameCube classics, including Super Mario Sunshine, Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance, Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness, and Pokémon Colosseum, will soon join the haunted festivities. Dates remain shrouded in mystery for now – a secret locked away in the attic with the ghost of Mario’s discount price.
The Right Tools for the Job
And for those serious about spirit hunting, a wireless GameCube controller is conveniently available for purchase. Finding it on the MyNintendo Store guarantees an authentically creepy experience, although the Joy-Con 2 and Pro Controller are also welcome to join the ghost-trapping party. Whatever floats your spectral boat!
As the countdown to October begins, brace for the ghostly ride that awaits. Luigi’s Mansion is creeping into the Switch 2 like a bat out of hell, proving that sometimes, the real treasures lie in cleaning up after supernatural entities.
