Luigi’s Mansion (2001) Joins Nintendo Switch Online GameCube Lineup Ahead of Halloween

Nintendo Switch Online continues to enhance its retro gaming appeal with the announcement of Luigi’s Mansion (2001) joining its growing GameCube library.

Set for release on October 30, 2025—just in time for Halloween—this iconic title will be available exclusively on Switch 2 via the “Nintendo GameCube – Nintendo Classics” app.

Subscribers of the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack can download the Classics app from the Nintendo eShop now, ensuring easy access the moment Luigi embarks on his ghost-busting adventure. Originally launched for the Nintendo GameCube in 2001, Luigi’s Mansion quickly became a fan favorite for its atmospheric gameplay and innovative mechanics.

Players guide Luigi through a haunted mansion as he attempts to rescue his brother Mario, using the signature Poltergust vacuum to capture spirits and solve puzzles.

Developed by Nintendo, the game sold over 3.3 million copies worldwide and is often credited with shaping the action-adventure genre on Nintendo hardware. Luigi’s Mansion’s addition marks the sixth GameCube game to join the Nintendo Switch Online library.

The classic title follows in the footsteps of celebrated releases such as The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker, F-Zero GX, SOULCALIBUR II, Super Mario Strikers, and Chibi-Robo.

Each of these games has contributed to the Switch Online library’s appeal for fans of retro gaming, underpinning Nintendo’s commitment to preserving its legacy. “With each update to the Nintendo Switch Online lineup, we aim to deliver not only nostalgia but also a curated selection of gaming milestones,” a Nintendo representative stated in a recent announcement, reflecting the company’s mission to keep classic experiences accessible to both new and longtime audiences. The "Nintendo GameCube – Nintendo Classics" app can be downloaded from the Nintendo eShop by any user subscribed to the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, reinforcing the growing value of Nintendo’s premium online offering.

This move continues a successful pattern of broadening the service’s library, which increasingly appeals to retro enthusiasts and collectors alike. Luigi’s Mansion’s timely arrival ahead of Halloween 2025 is poised to delight fans who remember the series’ spooky charm.

Its inclusion further signals Nintendo’s dedication to making its rich catalog of classic titles available on modern platforms such as Switch 2, ensuring that new generations can experience these landmark games. Stay tuned for more updates as Nintendo continues to expand the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack with additional GameCube classics, further cementing its place as a premier destination for retro gaming on current-generation hardware.

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