Is Luigi's Mansion 2 a remake?

Yes, Luigi's Mansion 2 HD on the Nintendo Switch is a remaster/enhanced port (sometimes called a remake) of the 2013 Nintendo 3DS game Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon, bringing its visuals up to modern HD standards with updated graphics, textures, and lighting for a bigger screen, but keeping the core gameplay and missions largely the same as the original. It's a faithful upgrade that makes the game look like it belongs with Luigi's Mansion 3, rather than a full reimagining.
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Is Luigi's Mansion 2 a remake or remaster?

Luigi's Mansion 2 HD is a remake of the original 3DS title, Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon. But how similar are they? On this page, we will be going over the differences between both games so you can decide whether it's worth repurchasing.
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Is Luigi's Mansion 2 a remake of Dark Moon?

Yes, Luigi's Mansion 2 and Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon are the exact same game; the title difference is purely regional, with "Dark Moon" being the name used in North America and "Luigi's Mansion 2" in Europe, Japan, and Australia for the original 3DS release. The recent Switch remaster uses the numbered title Luigi's Mansion 2 across all regions, causing some confusion but confirming they're the same core game.
 
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Is Luigi's Mansion 2 different from 3?

Luigi's Mansion 3 is generally considered the superior, more refined game with smoother progression, better boss fights, and the versatile Gooigi, while Luigi's Mansion 2 (Dark Moon) offered a unique mission-based structure better suited for handheld play, distinct themed mansions, but had more repetitive elements and reliance on environmental puzzles. Choose LM3 for the definitive, polished experience with rich mechanics, but play LM2 (or its HD remaster) for its specific charm, mission variety, and handheld suitability if you enjoy its structure.
 
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Why was RE 1.5 cancelled?

Resident Evil 1.5 was scrapped because producer Shinji Mikami and the team felt the nearly finished game was "dull," lacked suspense, and didn't connect well with the original Resident Evil's tone, despite ambitious features like visible clothing damage. Issues included disconnected story elements, an uninspiring Raccoon Police Station design, technical limitations, and a disjointed development process, leading to a full restart to create the beloved Resident Evil 2. 
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What Nintendo game sold for $100,000?

Back in 2014, a copy of the super rare 'Nintendo World Championships' game sold for $100,000. However, gaming experts say that the Super Mario Bros auction is more impressive because the game wasn't rare at all.
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Why is Switch 2 so hard to get?

The console had millions of pre-orders, and… It is still almost impossible to buy a Nintendo Switch 2 at a regular price in the USA. The console had millions of pre-orders, and Nintendo managed to sell over 3 million consoles within the first 24 hours of its launch.
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Is Gooigi in Dark Moon?

In Luigi's Mansion Dark Moon, Gooigi serves as the second player in the game's new multiplayer mode.
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Is Luigi's Mansion 4 a thing?

While Nintendo hasn't officially announced Luigi's Mansion 4, strong rumors and industry speculation suggest it's in active development by Next Level Games, with a potential release for the Nintendo Switch 2 around 2026, following the success of Luigi's Mansion 3 and Nintendo's acquisition of the studio. Rumors point to it being a large, ambitious title, potentially showcasing the new console's power.
 
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Is Luigi's Mansion 2 a prequel?

Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon (known as Luigi's Mansion 2 in Japan, Australia and Europe) is a 2013 action-adventure game developed by Next Level Games and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo 3DS. It is the second installment in the Luigi's Mansion series, following Luigi's Mansion (2001).
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What happens if you get all 50 boos in Luigi's Mansion?

Capturing all 50 Boos in the original Luigi's Mansion rewards you with a special Gold Diamond, a massive gem that helps you achieve the best "A" rank mansion, but it comes with a crucial warning: if you die after collecting it and save, you can lose the diamond forever unless you manage your saves carefully, making it a vital part of getting the best ending. 
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Is Luigi's Mansion 1 getting a remake?

A remake of Luigi's Mansion for the Nintendo 3DS, co-developed by Nintendo and Grezzo, was announced on March 8, 2018, and released on October 12, 2018.
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Is remastering better than a remake?

Remasters generally maintain the original game's core experience, making them quicker and less resource-intensive than remakes.
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Is Gooigi in Luigi's Mansion 2?

No, Gooigi is not in the original Luigi's Mansion 2 (also known as Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon); he was introduced later in the 3DS remake of the first game and became a major character in Luigi's Mansion 3, but Luigi's Mansion 2 focuses solely on Luigi, with multiplayer (in the HD version) in the separate ScareScraper mode, not with Gooigi.
 
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Is Luigi's Mansion a parody of Resident Evil?

Luigi's Mansion draws inspiration from the survival horror genre, particularly Resident Evil. The game features parallels to Resident Evil in exploring, puzzles, and a focus on eerie atmospheres.
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What happens if you don't capture the director ghost?

If you don't capture Director Morty (the film director ghost in Luigi's Mansion 3), he finishes making his movie, allowing you to watch a fun, secret cutscene of Luigi's "action" film, but you'll miss out on an achievement for capturing him and won't get a full gallery, though it doesn't affect the main story or ending. It's a choice between seeing his completed film and getting 100% completion/achievements.
 
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What does Gooigi taste like?

In 2019, the game's producer, Kensuke Tanabe, told me that Gooigi was a scientific mishap caused by a spilled coffee. Therefore, naturally, “it might taste like coffee” despite looking so much like a sweet dessert.
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Is Luigi's mansion 2 different from Dark Moon?

Luigi's Mansion 2 and Dark Moon are the same game, with "Dark Moon" being its original title in North America and "Luigi's Mansion 2" its name in other regions, later updated for the Switch as Luigi's Mansion 2 HD with graphical enhancements. The core gameplay, missions, puzzles, and story are identical across versions, but the Switch HD version boasts improved textures, lighting, and higher resolution, making it the definitive visual experience, while the original 3DS version offered unique stereoscopic 3D. 
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What is the #1 Switch game in the world?

The #1 best-selling Nintendo Switch game worldwide by units sold is Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, having sold nearly 70 million copies, followed by Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. While sales numbers dominate "best-selling," games like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom are often cited as top-rated or essential by players for their quality. 
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Is the Switch 3 coming out?

No, the Nintendo Switch 3 is not out; the Nintendo Switch 2 launched in mid-2025, and rumors suggest the Switch 3 could arrive around 2030-2033, following Nintendo's typical hardware cycle, though some speculative videos in late 2025 falsely claimed it was released. Expect leaks and discussions about the Switch 3 to ramp up as the Switch 2 matures, but it's still many years away.
 
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What is the rarest game ever?

The rarest video game is widely considered to be Gamma Attack for the Atari 2600, with only one known copy in existence, making it a mythical find for collectors, though other games like the Nintendo World Championships (gold) or unique variants (e.g., LittleBigPlanet first print) are incredibly rare and valuable too.
 
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Why was Mario 35 removed?

Super Mario Bros. 35 was discontinued on April 1, 2021. According to the president of Nintendo of America, Doug Bowser, the 35th-anniversary products were discontinued due to the 35th anniversary being a celebration that was intended to be unique.
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What's the rarest Super Nintendo game?

The rarest SNES games often fall into categories like ultra-limited promotional cartridges (Nintendo World Championships, Campus Challenge), obscure releases with tiny print runs (Aero Fighters, Hagane), or games from less popular publishers like Super Copa and Metal Warriors, with prices varying wildly from hundreds to thousands of dollars for sealed or complete copies, though popular titles like Earthbound become expensive due to demand, not necessarily scarcity. 
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