Luigi's Mansion

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Luigi's Mansion is a single-player action game on Nintendo GameCube, where players help Luigi navigate a haunted mansion to find his missing brother, Mario. Gameplay involves solving puzzles, encountering humorous ghosts, and using the flashlight and vacuum tool provided by the wacky Professor E. Gad. With compelling mechanics and good graphics, Luigi steps into his own spotlight in this Miyamoto-supervised adventure.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

97%

Audience ScoreBased on 189 reviews

gameplay26 positive mentions

atmosphere4 negative mentions

Luigi's Mansion 3 offers a well-crafted, wholesome adventure with stunning visuals and engaging gameplay that appeals to both children and adults.
The game features unique boss fights and inventive puzzles, making exploration and ghost-catching fun and rewarding.
The co-op mode with Gooigi allows for enjoyable multiplayer experiences, enhancing the overall gameplay and making it accessible for players of different skill levels.

The game lacks an option to invert the Y-axis for aiming, which can frustrate many players accustomed to that control scheme.
Some players find the difficulty progression to be inconsistent, with certain boss fights feeling too easy compared to others.
There are complaints about the game's length and a perceived lack of meaningful rewards for collecting in-game currency and secrets.

gameplay
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
70%
22%
8%
The gameplay in "Luigi's Mansion 3" is praised for its whimsical charm, engaging mechanics, and the introduction of new features like Gooigi, which adds variety and allows for cooperative play. However, some players find certain mechanics, such as the super suction and aiming controls, to be underwhelming or frustrating, and the overall challenge level of ghosts is perceived as lower compared to previous entries. Despite these criticisms, the game offers a rich experience filled with clever puzzles and a captivating atmosphere, making it enjoyable for both solo and co-op play.
- “Luigi's Mansion 3 for Nintendo Switch delivers whimsical charm and engaging gameplay.”
- “I'm constantly smiling while I'm figuring out new secrets and solving charming puzzles using the unique gameplay mechanics this game offers.”
- “There is so much charm in every nook and cranny of this experience, and it has an addicting gameplay loop that carries through into every floor of this haunted hotel.”
- “The Gooigi mechanic, while it may add some gameplay variety, is a bit of a chore to use.”
- “Overall gameplay: okay. Mechanics: it's a little hard to control the direction of your Poltergust with the analog stick; apparently, you can turn that off in the settings, but the fact that it's enabled by default is a little annoying.”
- “Some of the mechanics consist of using Gooigi, a plunger, and a dark light.”
story
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
41%
9%
The story in Luigi's Mansion is engaging and enjoyable, featuring a classic rescue plot that, while not overly complex, offers a fun and immersive experience. Players appreciate the exploration elements, creative boss battles, and the inclusion of "Gooigi" for cooperative gameplay, enhancing the overall enjoyment. The story mode provides a substantial playtime of around 11 to 20 hours, depending on the player's completion goals, making it a significant draw for the game.
- “The story mode being the main draw of the game will last you around eleven to fourteen hours to finish, which is pretty long for an entry in this franchise.”
- “I love the exploration and the storyline.”
- “The game has plenty of secrets to explore with fun cutscenes thrown in throughout the story.”
- “However, that's only if you go for the bare minimum of completing the story - without looking for any secrets and whatnot.”
- “Turns out that it's a 1 player 'story' game where eventually you can get 'Gooigi' to help you do tasks of the story.”
- “The plot may not be sophisticated compared to other game franchises, but it's far more interesting (and amusing!) than anything Mario ever got himself embroiled in.”
graphics
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
54%
35%
12%
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their stunning visuals, polished design, and immersive atmosphere, often compared to Pixar films. Players appreciate the attention to detail, such as interactive environments and expressive character animations, which enhance the overall experience. While some note that the Switch's hardware limitations may affect performance compared to more powerful systems, the game's artistic creativity and graphical quality still shine through.
- “With stunning visuals and inventive puzzles, it immerses players in Luigi's ghostly adventure.”
- “The graphics are phenomenal, and the environments (hotel floors) are incredible.”
- “I was blown away by how good the graphics look and how interactive the world is, with even little things in the background being affected by the winds of the Poltergust.”
- “Visuals only slightly updated, noticeable lag in download play, controls can be a bit awkward.”
- “Very little has changed in the transition from GameCube to 3DS, except for slightly inferior visuals and way worse controls...unless using the Circle Pad Pro.”
- “Though the Switch is not as powerful as PS or PC, it sure delivers its graphics with style and acceptable smoothness.”
humor
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by Luigi's quirky personality and the amusing interactions with various ghost characters, which often lead to unexpected laughter. Players appreciate the clever writing and unique boss encounters that add a whimsical touch, making the experience both entertaining and engaging. Overall, the game successfully blends humor with gameplay mechanics, resulting in a delightful and funny adventure.
- “The mechanics of being able to suck virtually everything in a room and slam ghosts on the floor is very satisfying and quite hilarious (especially against the boos).”
- “The Last Resort is full of so many details, unique boss ghosts with personalities, and humorous quips.”
- “Luigi is such a funny and amusing character, and this game uses that to the fullest.”
replayability
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the inclusion of mini-games, local and online multiplayer, and additional challenges like boss rush and achievements, others feel that the main game lacks depth and replay value, especially after completing it quickly. The co-op feature and gallery redesign offer some incentive for replay, but outdated controls and graphics detract from the experience for some users.
- “This game also has both local and online multiplayer, which increases its replayability.”
- “Other mini games are there to play as well, and the replay value is also great.”
- “The updated hidden mansion, portrait rematch, boss rush, and achievements add a lot of replayability.”
- “Because I was able to beat LM3 so quickly and with an A-rank on the first try, there is no replay value in it for me and I am already tempted to sell it.”
- “[The camera controls are particularly outdated and there isn’t a great fix for it. The 3DS graphics don’t do this game justice. Not much replay value, especially for the price.]”
- “[The 3D effect is used well, the co-op feature adds to the experience when it works, but the gallery redesign encourages only a short amount of replayability, with small touch-ups scattered throughout.]”
atmosphere
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
29%
57%
The atmosphere in the game is generally considered less spooky than the original Luigi's Mansion on GameCube, leaning more towards a light-hearted and fun vibe rather than suspenseful. While some reviewers note a lack of the original's eerie charm, the thematic diversity of the levels, polished graphics, and a rich soundtrack contribute positively to the overall experience.
- “The atmosphere is top-notch, further supplemented by the diverse soundtrack and polished graphics reminiscent of a Pixar film.”
- “The only elephant in the room here is that the game is lacking the atmosphere of the first entry on the GameCube.”
- “Maybe I'm older now and I don't feel the same as I did as a kid playing the original Luigi's Mansion, but the atmosphere of the game feels more light-hearted and fun than suspenseful and scary.”
- “As with Luigi's Mansion 2 on the 3DS (also developed by Next Level), the spooky atmosphere is somewhat lacking compared to the GameCube original.”
emotional
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its emotional depth, characterized as a well-crafted and wholesome adventure that offers both enjoyment and valuable life lessons. Players appreciate the inventive levels and the humorous, heartwarming moments provided by characters like Gooigi, enhancing the overall experience.
- “Well-crafted wholesome adventure.”
- “Even so, it was a wholesome adventure and learning experience.”
- “[Looks an absolute treat, inventive levels full of great tricks. Gooigi is a great addition to the formula; everything Luigi does is wholesome and hilarious. Campaign co-op works really well.]”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The music in the game is highly praised for its immersive themes that enhance the atmosphere, featuring a diverse and catchy soundtrack that complements the polished graphics. Unlike previous installments, the game avoids long stretches of silence, creating a more engaging experience throughout. Overall, the music significantly contributes to the game's Pixar-like ambiance.
- “Each level's theme is immersive with appropriate music, unlike LM1 which has a decent portion of the game in silence or Luigi whistling.”
- “The atmosphere is top-notch, further supplemented by the diverse soundtrack and polished graphics reminiscent of a Pixar film.”
- “Catchy music enhances the experience, making co-op play even more enjoyable.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization aspect is positively received, with users noting that the game's graphics match the advertised quality, ensuring transparency and setting clear expectations for players.