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Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream logo in front of an island background

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream
Release Date Gameplay & Story DLC & Pre-Order Review
Release Date
April 16, 2026
More Details
Genre
Simulation
Platforms Price (MSRP)
Switch Icon
$59.99
Developer Publisher
Nintendo Nintendo
Number of Players Age Rating
1-2 ESRB E
PEGI 3
Time to Finish Cross Platform Play
30 Hours No
Official Website Official Website for Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Latest News

 ⚫︎ Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream developers sat down for an interview on their approach to creating the game for a modern audience. The developers talk about the inspirations for the game, and how they condensed 9 years worth of ideas into the new game.
 ⚫︎ Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream will not be supporting the Nintendo Switch 2's handheld boost mode since the game will run natively at 1080p resolution, even in handheld mode. Nintendo has also revealed details on the amount of Miis players can put on their island, as well as character sharing and upload restrictions.
 ⚫︎ Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream has received a demo on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 The demo has revealed new features such as Mii creation and island customization, with all progress being carried over to the full game.
 ⚫︎ Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream has officially received an E for Everyone ESRB rating, with certain features hinting at the return of Tomodachi Quest, a beloved mini-game from the original Nintendo 3DS title.
 ⚫︎ Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream has teased the ability to form families and have children in-game, a continuation of a mechanic from the Nintendo 3DS title.

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Overview

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is the third entry in the beloved Tomodachi series, released to the Nintendo Switch on April 16, 2026. This marks the series’ comeback, a full decade after the release of Tomodachi Collection in 2009 and Tomodachi Life in 2013.

Tomodachi Life centers around social simulation, following the day-to-day interactions of characters called Miis that are created by the player, who in turn takes care of them. They move into the game's island as residents and live out an eventful life by meeting fellow Miis, becoming friends, falling in love, and even making families.


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$59.99

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Gameplay

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream two Miis talking while seated in a wooden vista with the sea and town in sight

As part of the Tomodachi Life franchise, players will be able to create and interact with characters called Miis, who then populate the in-game island and live out their lives there.

Miis can perform a range of social interactions, such as visiting other Miis and establishing connections, perhaps even eventually falling in love. Players, on the other hand, keep the Miis happy and well fed by feeding them food, dressing them up with costumes, and making their homestead dazzling and beautiful with different furniture sets.

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Characters

Hugh Morris

Hugh Morris

Hugh Morris is a jester-themed Mii and cult icon from the North American Living the Dream Direct. A pun on the word "humorous," he serves as the island’s resident jokester and became a viral sensation after successfully managing a chaotic love square involving multiple islanders.

With his signature red and purple jester outfit and Outgoing Entertainer personality, he is widely regarded by fans as a must-have resident for any new island.

Dr. Winters

Dr. Winters

Dr. Winters is the island’s primary medical professional, characterized by her mature appearance, grey-streaked hair, and signature white lab coat. She primarily oversees the Island Clinic, where she demonstrates the new "Work Life" feature that allows Miis to hold specific vocational roles.

Angie

Angie

Angie is a central promotional Mii in Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, recognized for her vibrant aesthetic and role in showcasing the game’s expanded social features. Her character is typically assigned an Easygoing or Social Butterfly personality type, making her a frequent catalyst for group hangouts and island events.

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Trailers

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream – Overview Trailer – Nintendo Switch

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Direct 1.29.2026

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream – Nintendo Direct 9.12.2025

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream – Nintendo Direct 3.27.2025

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