Originally released on the Nintendo 3DS, Luigi’s Mansion: Dark Moon is set to make its debut on the Nintendo Switch on June 27. Renamed Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD, this upgraded version of the delightful adventure is now open for preorders.
As an additional note, for those who haven’t yet experienced Luigi’s Mansion 3 on the Nintendo Switch, it’s currently available for just $40 during Mario Week at various major retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart.
The Nintendo Switch rendition of Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD boasts refreshed graphics akin to the third installment in the series. With updated visuals and quality-of-life enhancements, this promises to be the optimal way to immerse oneself in the ghost-hunting escapades in 2024.
Beyond the visual enhancements, it appears to faithfully capture the essence of the beloved 3DS game, featuring the same puzzles, adversaries, and even the ScareScraper multiplayer mode.
Our review of Luigi’s Mansion: Dark Moon praised the original game for its endearing characters and atmospheric levels, though it noted that the lack of checkpoints and sudden difficulty spikes added unexpected challenges to the adventure.
Preorder Bonuses for Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD
At present, there are no preorder bonuses available for Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD on the Nintendo Switch. While this may change, currently, major retailers such as Best Buy, GameStop, and Amazon are not offering any incentives.
It’s common for retailers to provide exclusive preorder perks for Nintendo games, but these are typically unveiled after the initial preorder phase.