Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon

 3DS
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8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 666 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 33 out of 666
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  1. M1sfiT
    Sep 3, 2023
    7
    Gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaameeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees!!!!!!!!!
  2. Lougy-gamer
    Jul 23, 2023
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Good game! I like the idea of having short missions, so you can play one or two missions a day. Getting 3 Star ratings can be very difficult but its not impossible or important to beat the game... Catching the boos is not that annoying anymore like in Luigi's mansion GCN. BUT
    No portrait ghosts with "spacial" character
    Catching polterpup over and over again is very boring an annoying
    Some of the bosses are boring and too easy to beat... I mean a Staircase? Really? And the game is kinda buggy sometimes... I personally had no problems with bugs but some other people had a few of them, but I think that comes from the game being to big for the 3ds...

    Yes the game has some problems but I had fun with it (my favourit mansion was the 3rd)    … Expand
  3. LagsMBH
    Jul 5, 2023
    8
    Music is pretty good, gameplay is decent, art and animation is great. Overall a pretty good and fun experience. Definitely recommend it.
  4. romapavlov
    May 15, 2023
    8
  5. ZackH25
    Mar 27, 2023
    8
    So the level design in this game is amazing. The variety of mansions was also very good as well. All of the dungeons are equally amazing but the best one might be the final mansion. The bosses at the end are all very well designed as well. My favourite one is the ice boss where you down a hole and have to shoot the ice off the ghost. The combat was very basic and did get somewhat tediousSo the level design in this game is amazing. The variety of mansions was also very good as well. All of the dungeons are equally amazing but the best one might be the final mansion. The bosses at the end are all very well designed as well. My favourite one is the ice boss where you down a hole and have to shoot the ice off the ghost. The combat was very basic and did get somewhat tedious near the end but was still alright. The variety of ghosts was also nice especially when they started holding different items or were in a mummy costume. Overall very fun game.… Expand
  6. Beatsaberzzz
    Feb 13, 2023
    7
    Replaying this almost 10 years later just reminds me how iconic Luigi truly is in the Mario universe. The animations are stellar, the controls work so well and its such a good follow up to the original gamecube game. My only gripe with this game is how Nintendo changed the original Ghost models and made their own unique design with them in this game. This is annoying to me because theReplaying this almost 10 years later just reminds me how iconic Luigi truly is in the Mario universe. The animations are stellar, the controls work so well and its such a good follow up to the original gamecube game. My only gripe with this game is how Nintendo changed the original Ghost models and made their own unique design with them in this game. This is annoying to me because the original Luigis Mansion ghosts looked like dead Mario characters which is part of what made it special. Other than that, its so good and would recommend.… Expand
  7. FunkyPopMan
    Jan 23, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game's design is perfect for the 3DS, as you have missions which are shorter than the long playthroughs of the first game, then you have UPGRADES FOR THE POLTERGUST?, which is a nice addition to the game because it gives you a greater sense of achievement than the other game and it makes ghost catching more fun! You aren't forced to have these upgrades but without them, ghost-catching can get very hard. Though the upgrades aren't hard to get. The game does have some frame dips but it's really not that effective of the gameplay. The game is very easy with exploration (unless you're 5 or something) and it even has a gem collection for each mansion you go to. Now you have an even greater sense of accomplishment! They even changed the way you capture ghosts!… Expand
  8. Kdog152
    Dec 20, 2022
    9
    While the gameplay does drag on sometimes, this game is still a great experience. All 5 mansions are unique and there's a little secret that the letter than each mansions starts with when all the letters put together , spells out, "ghost". The music is strangely good, the gem collecting is cool and fun. The mission structure works, though I wish it could have been more open like theWhile the gameplay does drag on sometimes, this game is still a great experience. All 5 mansions are unique and there's a little secret that the letter than each mansions starts with when all the letters put together , spells out, "ghost". The music is strangely good, the gem collecting is cool and fun. The mission structure works, though I wish it could have been more open like the original on the game cube. The story is cool and the calls to Luigi from professor E-gad coming through an old ds lite is a pretty cool detail. The multi player is a blast and the tower side missions are fun. The ghost differentiation is cool as well. 9.5 out of 10.… Expand
  9. hector_bcn98
    Nov 4, 2022
    8
    Buena secuela de Luigi's Mansion. Así, simple. Sin ser la franquicia más divertida de Nintendo, es un recomendado de manual.
  10. Master_puppet
    Oct 27, 2022
    5
    I like it, I like it a lot but... Who did decide to delete the exploration to make levels? A deception
  11. DoktarioMyst
    Oct 13, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. + de muziek heeft een thuis gevoel met een strookje dat er iets niet pluis is

    + de enemy design is simpel en herkenbaar. ze maken er gebruik van om de spoken unieke kledij* te geven

    + de game heeft spiek hollen die je alleen charm geven, en soms een hint voor een puzzel. wat cooler is dat bijna alle missies hun eigen cutscene krijgen

    + de missie structuur past perfect op de 3ds en ik heb er totaal geen probleem mee. het zorgt er ook voor dat elke missie zijn eigen Boo krijgt met een grap als naam

    + de combat is niet meer clunky. de vijanden hebben veel variatie

    +/- ik vind de Polterpup missies niet erg maar Polterpup had wel een mini baas mogen zijn aangezien je hem 3* keer moet vangen

    + de missies zijn ook heel gevarieerd

    +/- de bazen zijn hit or miss

    + je kunt de multiplayer alleen spelen en de game zal zich daarop aanpassen

    + de juwelen zijn toffe puzzels en het is duidelijk waar en wanneer je ze kan krijgen (zolang je er naar zoekt)

    conclusie:
    vanwege de missie structuur is het tof om het hele gebouw af te gaan en de secrets te vinden. ze besparen je zelfs tijd door bepaalde plekken af te sluiten. de combat is tof maar is te gemakkelijk als er maar 1 spook is. er zijn geweldige bazen terwijl andere clunky zijn of enemy gauntlets zijn of een **** trap is    … Expand
  12. FireBroFilms
    Aug 15, 2022
    8
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  13. TheDuner13
    Aug 6, 2022
    8
    goooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooood
  14. Weyfet18
    Jul 22, 2022
    10
    la cuestion pro un saludo para pablito tutoriales y mas y al esquizofrenico de blacky
  15. Martim1322
    Jul 8, 2022
    9
    Luigi Mansion 2 (Dark Moon) is in my opinion one of the best dp 3DS games and for me it's the best game I've ever played in my entire life
    This Game is extremely special to me since I played it for the first time in 2017 and until the year 2022 it continues with the same note and it is one of my favorite games of all time and even with a lot of good game I think neither Super Mario 3D    Luigi Mansion 2 (Dark Moon) is in my opinion one of the best dp 3DS games and for me it's the best game I've ever played in my entire life
    This Game is extremely special to me since I played it for the first time in 2017 and until the year 2022 it continues with the same note and it is one of my favorite games of all time and even with a lot of good game I think neither Super Mario 3D Land surpassed it and it has a score of 94, Luigi Mansion Dark Moon It marked me a lot with those beautiful graphics that still impress me, I really wanted to bring this game on my Youtube channel but unfortunately I couldn't
    Continuing the graphics is beautiful, the soundtrack is incredibly good to listen to, the missions despite being some are annoying and big but some are very good, the duration is too good and the story is a little strange but good
    Luigi Mansion takes the highest score of 99 and as one of the best games of all time    … Expand
  16. Simoss13
    May 23, 2022
    7
    I have played LM3 a couple of years ago then moved into LM2. I feel this entry was weaker of the two games.
    On a positive note, I am impressed with the graphics delivered on the 3DS. The animations is great and the detail is great. I like how every room has a little bonus to find in a variety of ways. I also really enjoyed there is a variety of mansions each as diverse as the other.
    Boss    I have played LM3 a couple of years ago then moved into LM2. I feel this entry was weaker of the two games.
    On a positive note, I am impressed with the graphics delivered on the 3DS. The animations is great and the detail is great. I like how every room has a little bonus to find in a variety of ways. I also really enjoyed there is a variety of mansions each as diverse as the other.
    Boss battles are varied and interesting
    The main objection that makes it the weakest LM game is the gameplay structure. Prof. E Gadd seems to call you too often which is quite annoying. The mission structure takes away the immersion as you can constantly pulled out when you explore. Sure the mission structure helps in the plot but sadly the constant interruption from E Gadd as well as being taken out of the stage/mansion can be annoying as you want to continue.
    I found the music is good but there is a very limited number of tracks repeatedly played.
    I enjoyed the mechanics, the controls are tight and the game never overstayed it's welcome taking about 15 hours to finish. I recommend for a different take on the formula of LM1 and 3 even though it is not the strongest entry.    … Expand
  17. FiRE101
    May 11, 2022
    6
    Mediocre design if compared to its peers in the franchise in my opinion. Still a solid game overall though.
  18. Skape
    Nov 15, 2021
    8
    As a child I loved this game so much, It was presented with the Nintendo 3DS XL, it’s sad that I recently sold the console and lost the cartridge. This game looked great, the game was 9-11 long from which I was shocked in a good sense, I love Luigi's Mansion 2 because of the atmosphere. If the third part will be the same as the second (I'm talking about the atmosphere), I will beAs a child I loved this game so much, It was presented with the Nintendo 3DS XL, it’s sad that I recently sold the console and lost the cartridge. This game looked great, the game was 9-11 long from which I was shocked in a good sense, I love Luigi's Mansion 2 because of the atmosphere. If the third part will be the same as the second (I'm talking about the atmosphere), I will be frustrated, and unfortunately, I will not be able to play this game anymore, on the emulator the game works bad, if this game is ported to Nintendo Switch I'll scream at the whole house. Thank you Luigi's Mansion 2 for nostalgic feelings :)… Expand
  19. Luigination
    Jul 14, 2021
    9
    One of the most captivating titles on the 3DS! Despite the original feeling much more sinister and nailing that eerie vibe, in terms of gameplay, puzzles and even the music, I can definitively say that Dark Moon is my favourite!
  20. Leiti
    Dec 22, 2020
    10
    My favorite game of all time, so I don't think I can write a neutral review on it. I will try anyway.
    The game invites the player with an incredible atmosphere and great video sequences and immediately casts a spell. The increase in difficulty over the course of the game is also incredibly well implemented. The puzzles and the ghosts get more difficult from villa to villa, the story comes    My favorite game of all time, so I don't think I can write a neutral review on it. I will try anyway.
    The game invites the player with an incredible atmosphere and great video sequences and immediately casts a spell. The increase in difficulty over the course of the game is also incredibly well implemented. The puzzles and the ghosts get more difficult from villa to villa, the story comes to a head. The story is of course not a masterpiece, but it is very suitable for what the game is supposed to be. Each "villa" also has its own story, the collectables are never become too many and you can see that much time has been taken for the locations, every single detail is suitable. Plus, each location has its own soundtrack ... the game's overall soundtrack is incredibly good and adds to the atmosphere.
    The online / multiplayer mode is also great. You can play locally with up to four players and only need one cartridge. You can also play online with up to four players.

    The game is highly recommended for everyone.    … Expand
  21. Caldan
    Nov 14, 2020
    8
    ✅81%
    I think this game took way too long to make. It’s a lot of fun but not as good as the first I think.
  22. PixelPino
    Oct 9, 2020
    4
    Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon is well rounded games with a unique reimagining of the original game. It has both pros and cons that may vary depending on the audience. There is a lack in the variety of ghosts and adversaries in comparison with it's predecessor. However, in a vacuum, this game is still well rounded, fun, and challenging. Being on the 3DS it maximizes it's capabilities andLuigi's Mansion: Dark Moon is well rounded games with a unique reimagining of the original game. It has both pros and cons that may vary depending on the audience. There is a lack in the variety of ghosts and adversaries in comparison with it's predecessor. However, in a vacuum, this game is still well rounded, fun, and challenging. Being on the 3DS it maximizes it's capabilities and brings in features not available from the beloved GameCube trailblazer. It is one of the only games I really love to play in 3D. With the color palette and great sprites it really pops and shines in 3D. The use of gyros with the 3DS is just a sprinkle of flavor to add to a perfect recipe for the second Luigi's Mansion title. Just like salt, too much can ruin a dish, just enough brightens the flavor. The stages in different mansions makes for shorter play times and not sprawling areas to explore like in the first title. Does this take away from the game on its own, it doesn't. It may not match the recipe of the first game, but mobile platform for on the go play in short bursts of time, it satisfies the appitite. This is how I play it, on the go, in short bursts. I continue to come back every crack of time for just a few more ghost and puzzles.

    This leads to puzzles and gameplay. The puzzles are not too challenging but not always that simple. Using all your tools and abilities and noticing little items that catch your eye will often gain you a silver two star rating at the end of the stage. Controls and game play don't differ too much from the previous game. Simple and elegant, don't fix what is not broken.

    In conclusion, I find this to be a great title, reasonably priced at both retail and used markets. This is not a direct sequel for those expecting an exact cookie cutter image of the first game, but instead, a game that makes a mobile experience fun and challenging. A solid addition to any game library. If you have one game in your library and it's the GameCube Luigi's Mansion and you look to add a second game expecting greatness and a continuation exactly where you left off, this isn't going to bring that expectation. This will bring fun puzzles and game play to a pocket near you.

    Mabuhay!
    Pixel Pino
    #pixelpino    … Expand
  23. greninjaX
    Jul 20, 2020
    7
    i really wanted to like this game more than I did, but the mission structure really brings the whole experience down. it's still good, but not as good as the original or luigi's mansion 3
  24. Wnnex
    Jun 2, 2020
    10
    Wow. This game is stunning even for the capabilities and limits of the 3DS. The story is fantastic and the overall environment is very large in places. The puzzles are very minor and take short amounts of time. The bosses are fun and hooking and always keep you entertained and never get bored. The amount of attention that they added to these environments is absolutely stunning for a 3DSWow. This game is stunning even for the capabilities and limits of the 3DS. The story is fantastic and the overall environment is very large in places. The puzzles are very minor and take short amounts of time. The bosses are fun and hooking and always keep you entertained and never get bored. The amount of attention that they added to these environments is absolutely stunning for a 3DS game and for its time. This jewel of a game really shocked me when it came to the story and bosses and even the little tiny details that they add into just to make it even more fun and realistic. I would absolutely recommend that you give this a try and see how good it is for its time.… Expand
  25. tom974
    May 5, 2020
    7
    Nice second opus, the gameplay is wider than the first opus, the global ambiance is still fun and we have a nice level design. Though, the choice to make a progression via a succession of level rather than a metroidvania scheme is an error for me. Nice game overall though.
  26. Liam247
    Apr 30, 2020
    7
    Whilst still a really fun time, Luigi's Mansion Dark Moon lacks the atmosphere and feels like a step back from the original
  27. skeith
    Feb 22, 2020
    9
    This is basically a fishing game that set in different fun environment, my only complain is that the toad may get stuck in some place in the game, and it takes long time for game to reset the toad's position, I almost restart my 3DS one time thinking the game is stuck for good.
  28. Trey82
    Feb 16, 2020
    4
    Not a bad game.
    But it doesnt want you to play it.
    Exploration is fun, but there really isnt much to get into ~ because you'll revisit the same areas A LOT. The enemies arent... well, they really arent good. You have, basically.. a very short tutorial to teach you what you already know. Catch the ghost. But you'll have to chase him or look in every place to find him. Again. The game    Not a bad game.
    But it doesnt want you to play it.
    Exploration is fun, but there really isnt much to get into ~ because you'll revisit the same areas A LOT.
    The enemies arent... well, they really arent good. You have, basically.. a very short tutorial to teach you what you already know. Catch the ghost. But you'll have to chase him or look in every place to find him. Again.
    The game has a horrible habit of throwing really easy enemies at you in succession. If you dont get the guy trapped within a 'soft window' of so many seconds, the next one will float over to you and 'tap' you. You'll lose the ghost and have to get back into the flow / the timing / see what pattern they're using now that you took out two of 'em / good lord this game makes you HURRY UP AND WAIT.

    And JUST when youre actually enjoying yourself, Professor calls you up on your 3ds-within-a-3ds.
    This wouldnt be bad if:
    1. He wasnt so annoying
    2. You turned the sound up to hear the audio cues, but BOOM ringtone city when he calls
    3. HE CALLS.A.LOT.
    4. The game really doesnt understand that a jump scare ringtone totally ruins the atmosphere.
    I was walking down the hall, taking my time, watching my back... actually kinda spooked and then BAM THE GAME RUINS THE PACING! Professor E.Gad loves to overexplain and make dad-joke-tier pun, and laugh at luigi.
    5. You didnt put yourself in this situation, and the professor constantly laughs at you.

    If it wasnt for teh game stopping itself, the bad pacing and TONS of repetition.. this would actually be great.
    It would be like the first game: Just explore. Capture. Enjoy.
    As it stands, I really cant tell you how old it gets to retread the same areas with even more interruptions.    … Expand
  29. jikflet
    Dec 17, 2019
    8
    Almost as good as the first one. This sequel is a must have title for the 3ds. 3d effect is beautiful. Game is difficult... specially final stages. but is a joy to go trough. the world variety is nice but is kinda annoying you are pulled out the level every time yo reach the objective. instead of you deciding when to leave and keep finding crystals and boos. thats my only complaint.
  30. PaoloFerreti
    Nov 8, 2019
    10
    De nueva cuenta Nintendo están una lección de cómo los videojuegos deben de ser. De nuevo enfrentamos a una obra subestimada, Una obra con poco presupuesto pocas luces pero con una gran genialidad en el apartado de videojuegos. Definitivamente recomiendo la compra y vivir la experiencia De jugar este Videojuego
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Metascore
86

Generally favorable reviews - based on 74 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 67 out of 74
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 74
  3. Negative: 0 out of 74
  1. ZTGD
    May 31, 2013
    90
    Luigi’s Mansion: Dark Moon is a stellar sequel to a forgettable classic. Nintendo has refined the formula and made it interesting to fans and even those that didn’t find the appeal behind the original. For those looking for the next great 3DS game, don’t sleep on Luigi’s latest.
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  2. Slant Magazine
    May 27, 2013
    80
    If Next Level Games had opted to make Dark Moon more of an open-world experience, granting the player free will to poke around its gloomily graceful environments without continual check-in interruptions, it could have been equated to a minor masterpiece. But the game is still something of a small wonder.
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  3. Universo Nintendo
    May 22, 2013
    90
    Beautiful, fun, ingenious and unique.
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