Luigi’s Mansion 3 looks like a haunted comedy adventure on the surface, yet the game quietly offers several multiplayer options that fit different play styles. If you want to explore its hotel full of ghosts with someone beside you or you want a party mode for group nights, the game gives you choices. Confusion usually appears when players see the Multiplayer Pack DLC and wonder if it is required, if it functions like a season pass, or if it unlocks multiplayer itself. The answer is simpler than it looks, and understanding each mode helps you decide whether the base game offers what you want.
Local Co-Op in the Main Story
Yes, Luigi’s Mansion 3 supports local co-op in the main story. You unlock it once Professor E. Gadd gives you Gooigi, which takes roughly the first hour of the game. After that, one of you plays as Luigi and the other controls Gooigi. Their abilities differ slightly, and some puzzles encourage you to switch between them or work together. The story never locks you out of co-op once this point arrives, so you can enjoy the rest of the hotel as a team.
This mode works on the same console with two controllers. You do not need Nintendo Switch Online and you do not need any DLC to access it.
Scarescraper: Cooperative Tower-Climbing
Scarescraper is the game’s cooperative challenge mode, and it works both locally and online. Up to eight players join the same run, although each Switch supports one or two players. Your goal is simple: clear a set number of ghost-filled floors before time runs out. The mode grows chaotic in a good way, and it becomes especially active around Halloween since players return during spooky season for group runs.
You can play Scarescraper without the Multiplayer Pack and without any DLC. You only need Nintendo Switch Online if you want to join others online.
ScreamPark: Local Party-Style Multiplayer
ScreamPark leans more toward party play. It hosts several competitive minigames and supports up to eight players on a single console. It never requires Nintendo Switch Online since it works only in local play. This mode suits friendly competition or group gatherings where you want something light and quick.
Again, the DLC is not required for this mode either.
What the Multiplayer Pack DLC Actually Adds
The Multiplayer Pack does not unlock multiplayer. It does not function like a season pass for new levels. Instead, it adds optional cosmetic and gameplay extras for Scarescraper and ScreamPark.
You receive:
- Extra costumes for Luigi and Gooigi
- Scarescraper floors themed around the costumes
- Additional ScreamPark minigames
The DLC does not affect story co-op or the ability to access any multiplayer mode. You do not need it to play online or locally. Think of it as a small bonus bundle for players who enjoy the side modes and want extra variety.
Do People Still Play Multiplayer?
Yes, especially Scarescraper. Interest spikes during October, but many fans stay active year-round. Some communities and Discord groups coordinate runs, so you can usually find a match if you play during popular hours. Since Scarescraper allows mixed lobbies with players from around the world, new matches appear often enough for most players to join without long waits.
Should You Buy It for Co-Op?
If you want a game you can play with someone else from start to finish, Luigi’s Mansion 3 works well. The puzzle design gives both players moments to contribute, and the story feels cozy and playful. If you also enjoy light party games or online co-op challenges, the additional modes keep the experience fresh.
The Multiplayer Pack remains entirely optional. The base game gives you all the essential multiplayer features, so you can pick up the DLC only if you want the extra ScreamPark games or the themed Scarescraper content.
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