Luigi's Mansion 3

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  1. BrushedRed
    Nov 18, 2019
    7
    Quite a step forward for the series, though, it is still not back on its feet. Maybe it's because I'm older than a lot of Switch players now, but I played Luigi's Mansion on the Gamecube when it first launched in 2001. It was quite an understated title, and it didn't get the greatest of reviews, but my cousins and I loved it. It was never really a "survival horror" game by any means, butQuite a step forward for the series, though, it is still not back on its feet. Maybe it's because I'm older than a lot of Switch players now, but I played Luigi's Mansion on the Gamecube when it first launched in 2001. It was quite an understated title, and it didn't get the greatest of reviews, but my cousins and I loved it. It was never really a "survival horror" game by any means, but the creepiness was there at times, and the portrait ghosts were really interesting and fun.

    But, see, Dark Moon is where Luigi's Mansion seemed to derail. I didn't like it. The graphics were okay, but it's like the franchise went way off in a separate direction than where it started. Sure, there were new features, but it lacked the charm that the first one had, and the mission-based level progression overall broke the immersion.

    Fast forward to now, I see the trailer for this game, and even though it had the graphics of Dark Moon and the ghosts from said game returning, knowing the whole game was set in one "mansion," or hotel in this game's case, had me in more optimistic spirits as the lack of this broke the immersion in the last game. The dark light returning and all those newer features were fine with me and were kind of like icing on the cake.

    When I first started up this game, I was in love. It was almost like Luigi's Mansion was back on track. The whole hotel seemed to run together and going up from the parking deck to first and second floors seamlessly made me feel so happy; however, this excitement seemed to end rather quickly for me. No, the game doesn't turn into a mission based progression, but the floors begin to lose continuity. See, in the first game everything takes place in a mansion. You never seem to feel like that atmosphere is lost. In this game, each of the floors begin to become drastically different, and that would be okay if it never lost sight of where it was going. I mean a pyramid and a ghost ship inside of a hotel? That makes literally no sense.

    Those nonsensical things along with the absence of ghosts with a personality and backstory like the portrait ghosts of the first game just make this a "good" outing rather than a great return for the series. Sure, it's a step forward from Dark Moon, but it's still hard for me to recommend at full console game price. I just hope that the series regains some of the things that made it so beloved and special in the first place in future outings.    … Expand
  2. mrodsky
    Nov 17, 2019
    8
    Luigi's Mansion 3 is a solid game, and a wonderful homage to the original game on GameCube. There are some great additions and the atmosphere is perfect. Gameplay is solid. For me the issue was my own expectations. I was expecting more Luigi's Mansion. However this game holds your hand too much for my taste. I understand it's made for children , but I played the original when I was a childLuigi's Mansion 3 is a solid game, and a wonderful homage to the original game on GameCube. There are some great additions and the atmosphere is perfect. Gameplay is solid. For me the issue was my own expectations. I was expecting more Luigi's Mansion. However this game holds your hand too much for my taste. I understand it's made for children , but I played the original when I was a child and it did not do any hand-holding. Here we have - Quest Markers on the map, constant hints from E-Gad, Ghosts appearing will block off the rest of the hotel with these ghostly bars. Guess its time to battle a ghost now? Let the players explore the creepy atmosphere on their own. We are smarter then you think.… Expand
  3. slambammer
    Nov 17, 2019
    9
    This is the best Luigi's Mansion to date. The details are so rich, the music is thrilling and perfect, and the gameplay is as satisfying as it can be. Though I think the floor themes dip a little too far into the bizarre (I liked the lower floors that still felt like they were in a hotel), overall the mansion is a blast to explore and I started a new game minutes after beating my firstThis is the best Luigi's Mansion to date. The details are so rich, the music is thrilling and perfect, and the gameplay is as satisfying as it can be. Though I think the floor themes dip a little too far into the bizarre (I liked the lower floors that still felt like they were in a hotel), overall the mansion is a blast to explore and I started a new game minutes after beating my first playthrough.… Expand
  4. JPK
    Nov 17, 2019
    10
    Terrific Game All Around
    Luigi’s Mansion 3 is addictive, fun, spooky, and beautiful visually.
  5. Brodecai
    Nov 17, 2019
    9
    Presentation: Undoubtedly one of the best looking 1st party games on Switch. The art-style is reminiscent of Dark Moon on 3DS, but looks leagues better thanks to the Switch's hardware. The lighting effects are incredible and the character models and environment have very intricate detail. For example, you can see stitches on Luigi's hat/clothes and the hotel rooms are PACKED withPresentation: Undoubtedly one of the best looking 1st party games on Switch. The art-style is reminiscent of Dark Moon on 3DS, but looks leagues better thanks to the Switch's hardware. The lighting effects are incredible and the character models and environment have very intricate detail. For example, you can see stitches on Luigi's hat/clothes and the hotel rooms are PACKED with interact-able objects. The animations of the characters have also vastly improved. Everything is fluid. Luigi's facial expressions and body language ooze personality and the same goes for the new ghosts and other NPCs. I was also surprised how many animated cut-scenes this game has. It's almost as if you're watching an interactive pixar movie. I also just want to take the time to appreciate how each boss (like in the 1st game) has a unique design and personality. The 2nd game on 3DS was criticized for generic bosses and Next Level games delivered this time around. The game also performs very well. I haven't ran into any dips in frame rate, come to think of it.

    Gameplay: This game feels like a mix between the 1st and 2nd games. Because unlike the 3DS, the Switch has 2 control sticks. Therefore, you can move Luigi and the flashlight independent of one another like in the 1st game. It feels like the 2nd game in regards to how Luigi moves and how sucking up ghosts works, which i'm glad they kept. What I really appreciate about this game is how they took criticism of the 1st 2 games and used it to shape this one. For example, the 1st game on the Gamecube could be completed in one sitting and the controls felt a bit awkward at times. The 2nd game on 3DS ditched the single mansion setting in favor of a level-structure like in the Mario games, which wasn't terrible, but the 1st game's labyrinth-like feel fits the series better imo. Which brings us to the 3rd game which takes place in a large hotel where each floor has a different theme, but all areas still connected. Luigi's "poltergust" vacuum is given some new tricks that add much more depth to the gameplay. One new feature is the suction shot that allows Luigi shoot a plunger, which he can pull to open heavy doors or flip large items. The dark light returns from the 2nd game is used to uncover secrets invisible to the naked eye. Lastly, we have "Gooigi", a gooey manifestation of Luigi's spirit (I think) that can squeeze through tight spaces and slip through hazards in order to solve puzzles. ALL of the poltergust's functions are used in very creative ways.

    Content: This is honestly the most content-packed game of the series. There's the main story mode, screampark (a multiplayer minigame mode that can be played with up to 8 people locally on 1 console) and the Scarescraper (an online multiplayer mode that can be played with 4 people over the internet or locally should each player have their own console). I had a blast with all these modes. The story mode is the longest out of the series and you'll most likely want to jump back in to capture all the Boo ghosts and collect every gem on each floor, which are hid pretty well. And there's basically infinite replayability with the multiplayer modes and not only that, Nintendo plans to add more scream park games via paid DLC.

    Difficulty: The game is actually a nice challenge. The hardest parts are the puzzles and a few of the bosses. What I like about the bosses is that they are kind of like puzzles themselves. Some bosses had me running around in circles figuring out what to do and there's nothing wrong with that. This game encourages you to put pieces together and study your surroundings. Not all games marketed towards younger audiences have to hold your hand all the time AHEM Pokemon AHEM. And of course if you're stumped, Professor E Gadd may have a tip, but he won't spoil too much.

    Cons: First, there is no option to invert the Y-axis, which I feel should be standard in 3D games. It's not a big deal, but something worth noting. Second, there's not much variety in enemy ghosts and by enemy, I mean NON-BOSS ghosts. The bosses are a major improvement and one of the highlights of the game, but the standard enemy ghosts are few in variety. And who knows, this may just be to save ideas for the next game.

    Verdict: Luigi's Mansion 3 is a very polished game and deserving of the "3" in its title. Next level games has proved they can make an astounding game that takes advantage of the Switch's hardware and build up upon what the series had established. If you are interested in buying this game, please consider buying a new copy (or digital) and supporting the developers for their hard work, they deserve it.    … Expand
  6. KyawYelYint
    Nov 17, 2019
    10
    Hands down. The best fun fun fun and puzzle game on switch with amazing storyline and game play
  7. DaloGamer
    Nov 17, 2019
    10
    Para mi es una obra de arte!!! Me encanta, es divertido y de una calidad de 10 en todo.
  8. thecomunicator
    Nov 16, 2019
    9
    Este juego es maravilloso, me parece muy entretenido y versátil, tiene tintes de misterio, humor, puzles y sobre todo una excelente jugabilidad.
    Entretención 100% garantizada.
  9. Luigui27
    Nov 16, 2019
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El juego es muy divertido, te invita a explorar cada elemento del escenario y las animaciones hacen que los personajes sean muy carismáticos.… Expand
  10. ilikechikin
    Nov 15, 2019
    8
    The game is amazing but very short, takes only around 20 hours to complete so I suggest just renting it if possible. Other than that, the graphics are great and the little details in EVERY single room of the mansion/hotel are what make this game a must-play!
  11. pacomantu
    Nov 15, 2019
    9
    Buenísimo. De lo mejor que he jugado en 2019. Aún no lo he terminado, voy por la 10ª planta, pero tengo que decir que no puedo parar de jugar. Es entretenido, divertido, bonito... y las mecánicas van cambiando para que no se haga repetitivo. Además, parece muy rejugable con la búsqueda de secretos y la torre de los desafíos. Un verdadero JUEGAZO. Grande Luigi.
  12. Espolosin
    Nov 15, 2019
    9
    Luigi´s Mansion 3 es pura magia.

    Luigi´s Mansion 3 es un grandísimo título para Nintendo Switch, mucha calidad en todos los aspectos, esta entrega nos transporta a un hotel terrorífico en el que lo pasaremos de miedo. Muchos escenarios muy bien diferenciados en cuanto a diseño y ambientación. En cuanto a jugabilidad puedo destacar que aun siendo pocas acciones las que podemos llegar    Luigi´s Mansion 3 es pura magia.

    Luigi´s Mansion 3 es un grandísimo título para Nintendo Switch, mucha calidad en todos los aspectos, esta entrega nos transporta a un hotel terrorífico en el que lo pasaremos de miedo. Muchos escenarios muy bien diferenciados en cuanto a diseño y ambientación.

    En cuanto a jugabilidad puedo destacar que aun siendo pocas acciones las que podemos llegar a realizar, estas las exprimimos al máximo durante todo el videojuego, los niveles están diseñados de tal manera en la que fijándonos muy bien en el entorno y teniendo consciencia sobre cómo funcionan las físicas del videojuego, y interactuamos con las habilidades que tenemos, hace que se vuelva muy rica las experiencia que en un principio puede parecer muy simple. El sistema de combate se hace muy gratificante, es muy satisfactorio cuando aparecen un montón de fantasmas les ciegas con la linterna, los aspiras a todos y les das la tunda del siglo.

    A parte de todas estas mecánicas, tenemos también coleccionables en forma de joyas dispersados por todos los niveles, esto a parte de alargar la duración del videojuego, hace que sea muy entretenido ponerse a buscar por todas las estancias, y mientras estamos haciendo esto descubrir una zona secreta con un montón de monedas, un pequeño secreto o una curiosidad que nos sacará más de una sonrisa.

    Gráficamente luce espectacular tanto en portátil como en sobremesa, esta última siendo la que me parece la mejor opción para disfrutarlo, con un apartado técnico de 1080p 60fps, una maravilla. El juego de luces y sombras es sencillamente increíble. Las animaciones y expresiones de Luigi son de lo mejor que hemos visto hasta día de hoy junto con Super Mario Odyssey, son de un nivel muy alto y medidas al detalle.

    Los jefes de cada fase, a parte de estar muy bien diferenciados por la temática respectiva del nivel, también cambian totalmente de mecánicas y cómo estos actúan, y como es común en esta saga, hay que reconocer el patrón de ataques que realizan y buscarles su debilidad para atacarlos.

    En definitiva un muy buen título recomendado para todo el mundo, el único aspecto negativo que se le puede achacar es la duración, que si bien lo puedes terminar con todos los coleccionables en unas 15 horas, y también el no tener un modo partida + con un aliciente para completar una segunda vuelta, pero que aun así sigue mereciendo muchísimo la pena cada uno de los minutos del mismo.    … Expand
  13. FilthyActs88
    Nov 15, 2019
    9
    Luigi’s Mansion 3 is an excellent game and great entry in the series. It is animated incredibly and has some great graphics. Portrait ghosts make a return and this game takes the best from the first and the seconds games.
  14. SomaKurusu
    Nov 15, 2019
    5
    Un juego que de haber salido el la Gamecube hubiera sido muy bueno, ya que tiene gráficos y mecánicas de esa época. Juego muy simple, se nota que no fué tratado con el amor y el cariño de los juegos importantes de Mario. Es muy corto y no destaca en ningún apartado.
  15. ME123
    Nov 15, 2019
    9
    One of the best switch releases this year. A fantastic game. Wonderful gameplay, music, graphics and great characterization of classic characters.

    Next level games did a next level job here.
  16. GCDeadshot
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    This game is a straight up masterpiece, its's as good as the first LM and even better, the music is also amazing and the story is soo cute funny and overall great
  17. Spaxe
    Nov 14, 2019
    9
    Luigi's mansion 3 is a game I have almost nothing negative to say about. As a newcomer to the series, I was entertained by this game through and through. There was clear passion put into these games, the animations are spectacular, and the charm was in full effect. The character ghosts were interesting, and while some were easy to fight, I can say it was fun without a doubt. This game hasLuigi's mansion 3 is a game I have almost nothing negative to say about. As a newcomer to the series, I was entertained by this game through and through. There was clear passion put into these games, the animations are spectacular, and the charm was in full effect. The character ghosts were interesting, and while some were easy to fight, I can say it was fun without a doubt. This game has so much personality, and I highly reccomend that you play it for yourself on the Nintendo Switch.… Expand
  18. FoolPhilosopher
    Nov 14, 2019
    9
    Extremely full of personality, charm, and puzzles that we've come to expect from the series. A little too long for my tastes, but it is clear that some heart was put into this title.
  19. Metagrass
    Nov 14, 2019
    9
    Great game. Really recaptures the exploration that the first game had and also brings the brilliant animation of Dark Moon. If you love collect-a-thons and puzzle solving this game is for you. My only complaint is that each floor is way too small. Some floors have a great theme yet come and go far too quick. Solid 9/10.
  20. Patters84
    Nov 13, 2019
    10
    Game is amazing. Luigi is extremely animated and expressive, and even funnier to watch in this game than the first. Many fun things to collect, and the boos make a great return for boo hunting. The OST is fantastic. 100% worth the price. Pay no attention to the negatives. They're either review bombs or uninformed people expecting a platformer and not even bothering to do research before aGame is amazing. Luigi is extremely animated and expressive, and even funnier to watch in this game than the first. Many fun things to collect, and the boos make a great return for boo hunting. The OST is fantastic. 100% worth the price. Pay no attention to the negatives. They're either review bombs or uninformed people expecting a platformer and not even bothering to do research before a purchase. The trailer should have been obvious enough. I'd understand a mixed score, MAYBE. But a zero? No.… Expand
  21. xxblonde_hairxx
    Nov 13, 2019
    10
    Luigi’s Mansion 3 is a truly wonderful adventure jam packed with clever puzzles and secrets to discover. Seeing Luigi traverse environments I never thought I’d ever see in a Luigi’s Mansion game was really a breath of fresh air. Jaw-dropping bosses with tons of personality only enhanced the experience further.
  22. RpgGuru
    Nov 13, 2019
    1
    Mas de lo mismo, el luigi aspiradoras es muy repetitivo, malos graficos y claro, el precio por las nuves
  23. javiryo
    Nov 13, 2019
    10
    By far, the best game on Nintendo switch. Graphics are stunning and the amount of details are amazing. Great work!
  24. RtoTheZ
    Nov 13, 2019
    9
    i just wanna type over 75 characters and give this charming game a solid 9/10
  25. wesley_cr8
    Nov 13, 2019
    9
    Assim como todo jogo exclusivo da Nintendo, os caprichos nos detalhes estão em cada canto. Luigi's Mansion 3 é um jogo simpático, com uma jogabilidade simples apesar dos controles serem um pouco complexos. Com toda a certeza um dos melhores jogos de N. Switch. Vale a pena cada hora de gameplay.
  26. QueenSith
    Nov 13, 2019
    10
    La mejor entrega de la saga y uno de los mejores juegos del año. El juego está cuidado hasta el más mínimo detalle. Gráficamente es lo más potente que tiene la consola ahora mismo, y jugablemente presenta mejoras importantes respecto a los anteriores. El diseño de niveles es espectacular. Algún piso podría haber dado más de si, pero en general el resultado es excelente. El juego tiene losLa mejor entrega de la saga y uno de los mejores juegos del año. El juego está cuidado hasta el más mínimo detalle. Gráficamente es lo más potente que tiene la consola ahora mismo, y jugablemente presenta mejoras importantes respecto a los anteriores. El diseño de niveles es espectacular. Algún piso podría haber dado más de si, pero en general el resultado es excelente. El juego tiene los mejores jefes que ha hecho Nintendo en muchos años. Desafiantes, variados, originales y con mecánicas muy distintas entre ellos a la hora de afrontarlos.… Expand
  27. PaoloFerreti
    Nov 8, 2019
    10
    Una obra de arte descomprendida y desestimada. Sin duda uno de los mejores juegos que se ha lanzado en estos recientes meses
  28. YoSahop
    Nov 13, 2019
    10
    Man this game is UBER fun. I wasn’t feeling dark moon, so I was hesitant on this one. This gave me the feels all the way back to the early 2000’s. YES, but and play this.
  29. juanpi32203
    Nov 12, 2019
    9
    Muy buen juego, es realmente integrante y llamativo la diferencia de cada nivel, ademas los puzzles estan entretenidos.
  30. usERnAms
    Nov 12, 2019
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Meh, its good. But new olympic games are better. Sometime "good" game is BAD game.… Expand
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#12 Best Switch Game of 2019
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Metascore
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 106 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 101 out of 106
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 106
  3. Negative: 0 out of 106
  1. Universo Nintendo
    Jun 4, 2020
    90
    Luigi’s third solo adventure is the ultimate evolution of it’s formula. A game well designed to be fun either playing alone or with company. Also, it’s visuals and ambiance are incredible.
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  2. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Apr 30, 2020
    90
    Despite some misgivings with the extras, the actual core Luigi's Mansion 3 experience is one of the best adventures of 2019. [Issue #44 – January/February 2020, p. 64]
  3. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Feb 28, 2020
    80
    An excellent action adventure game with great puzzles, beautiful surroundings and lots of small details that you will love to discover. [Issue#301]
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