Luigi's Mansion 2 HD
Jun 27, 2024 2 years ago
A remaster of the 3DS game for Nintendo Switch. Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon gives players multiple mansions to explore, a variety of puzzles to solve and new ghosts to capture. Armed with the Poltergust 5000, a ghost-sucking, vacuum-like invention, Luigi must complete a number of missions assigned to him by Professor E. Gadd. Shining a light on the ghosts is no longer enough to stun them into immobility. Players need to activate a new strobe function to stun the ghosts before sucking them up with the Poltergust 5000. Every mansion is filled with unique puzzle elements and ghosts. Players must figure out how to defeat each one of them and find hidden clues and keys to unlock new areas.
What it’s like
Luigi's Mansion 2 HD revitalizes a beloved handheld classic with crisp visuals and refined mechanics on the Switch. The experience centers on exploring ten distinct, intricately designed mansions, each serving as a self-contained puzzle box filled with hidden secrets and unique ghostly adversaries. The tone strikes a perfect balance between spooky mystery and lighthearted comedy, driven by Luigi’s endearing clumsiness and Professor E. Gadd’s eccentric guidance. Gameplay revolves around methodical exploration, environmental puzzles, and strategic ghost-busting using the upgraded Poltergust 5000. The atmosphere is charmingly eerie yet never genuinely frightening, creating a cozy adventure vibe. While the narrative is simple, the writing shines through character interactions and humorous dialogue. The remaster enhances the original’s charm with improved lighting and texture work, making every shadow feel inviting rather than intimidating.
Strong in Audio / MusicCharactersExploration / WorldPolish / PerformanceVisuals / ArtAtmosphere / MoodCo-op / MultiplayerGameplay / MechanicsPacingProgression / ReplayabilityWriting / Dialogue
Keep in mind The lack of mid-mission save points can be frustrating for players who need to step away during complex puzzle sections. · As a remaster of an older title, the core gameplay loop may feel dated compared to modern action-adventure standards.
AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from ign.com, nintendolife.com, tomsguide.com, gameinformer.com, trustedreviews.com, avforums.com.
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| Platform | Region | Type | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nintendo Switch | Worldwide | Full release | Jun 27, 20242 years ago |
