Nintendo is serving up some spooky nostalgia this Halloween. The original Luigi’s Mansion arrives on Switch Online’s GameCube library on October 30, giving subscribers the perfect excuse to dive into Luigi’s ghost-hunting debut right before trick-or-treat season.
What’s New
Luigi’s Mansion originally launched alongside the GameCube back in 2001, putting Nintendo’s green-clad hero in the spotlight for once. The game follows Luigi as he explores a haunted mansion armed with Professor E. Gadd’s ghost-sucking vacuum, the Poltergust 3000. It’s a quirky mix of puzzle-solving and paranormal pest control that helped define the GameCube era.
Switch Online subscribers with the Expansion Pack tier can play it starting October 30 at no extra cost. The game joins other GameCube classics like Super Mario Sunshine and Metroid Prime in the service’s growing retro library.
Why It Matters
The timing couldn’t be better. Halloween week is the perfect moment to revisit this atmospheric adventure, especially for younger players who missed it the first time around. The game’s spooky-but-not-scary vibe makes it ideal family entertainment for the season.
Luigi’s Mansion also kicked off a surprisingly successful sub-franchise for Nintendo. The series has sold millions across multiple entries, with Luigi’s Mansion 3 becoming one of the Switch’s best-selling titles. Going back to where it all started shows just how much charm the original had, even with its short runtime.
Nintendo has been loading up Switch Online with nostalgia lately, and if you’re looking for more cozy gaming recommendations, check out our complete guide to Nintendo Switch 2’s cozy game lineup.
The Bottom Line
If you’ve got Nintendo Switch Online with Expansion Pack and a soft spot for cozy Halloween vibes, Luigi’s Mansion is an easy recommendation. The game holds up remarkably well for a 24-year-old title. Planning to dust off your Poltergust and chase some Boos this Halloween?
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