Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream

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Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream
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Developer Nintendo
Publisher Nintendo
SeriesTomodachi
Platform Nintendo Switch
ReleaseQ2 2026
Genre Social simulation
Mode Single-player

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, known in Japan as Tomodachi Collection: Exciting Life, [a] is an upcoming social simulation game developed and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo Switch. It is the third entry in the Tomodachi series, succeeding Tomodachi Collection (2009) and Tomodachi Life (2013), and is the first new game in the series in over a decade. It is scheduled for release in 2026.

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Gameplay

Taking place on an open tropical island, [1] the player oversees a population of Miis which they can interact with. The player can also view interactions between the characters such as fights, and eavesdrop on their dreams as they could in the previous game. [2] Unlike in previous entries, the game allows players to directly control interactions between Miis rather than relying on random chance for Miis to develop their relationships. [3] Additionally, new options for the in-game Mii Maker allow customization for sections of the hair, along with many new options for facial features. This game marks the first appearance of ears on Mii characters. [4]

Release

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream was announced during a Nintendo Direct presentation on 27 March 2025. [5] A second Nintendo Direct presentation on 12 September 2025, introduced the creation of Miis and their interactions. [6] It is scheduled to be released for the Nintendo Switch in the second quarter of 2026, thirteen years following the release of Tomodachi Life . [5] [7] The Nintendo Switch 2 will be backward compatible with the game. [8] [9]

Upon its initial reveal, fans speculated whether same-sex relationships would be included in the game. [10] Both of its predecessors did not contain the ability to form relationships with Miis of the same sex, which sparked controversy. Despite vocal resentment toward this decision, Nintendo of America did not add the feature post-launch. [11] However, they stated that if they were to create a third game in the series, they would "strive to design a gameplay experience from the ground up that is more inclusive, and better represents all players." [12] [13] Thus, when Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream was announced, speculation arose on whether Nintendo would commit to their statement. [10]

Notes

  1. ↑ Japanese: トモダチコレクション わくわく生活, Hepburn: Tomodachi Korekushon Wakuwaku Seikatsu

References

  1. ↑ Fanelli, Jason. "Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Coming To Nintendo Switch In 2026". GameSpot . Retrieved 27 March 2025.
  2. ↑ Stewart, Marcus (27 March 2025). "Tomodachi Life Returns After 10 Years With New Entry, Living The Dream". Game Informer . Archived from the original on 28 March 2025. Retrieved 28 March 2025.
  3. ↑ Henley, Stacey (12 September 2025). "Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream's New Mechanic Can Bring Your Fanfiction To Life". TheGamer. Retrieved 16 October 2025.
  4. ↑ Carmona, Carla (2 April 2025). "Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream's Miis Look Cursed Due to This Change". Game Rant. Retrieved 16 October 2025.
  5. 1 2 Valentine, Rebekah (27 March 2025). "Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Announced for Nintendo Switch". IGN . Archived from the original on 27 March 2025. Retrieved 27 March 2025.
  6. ↑ O'Reilly, PJ (12 September 2025). "Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Showcases Island Life, Coming To Switch Spring 2026". Nintendo Life. Retrieved 20 November 2025.
  7. ↑ Cichacki, Shaun (27 March 2025). "'Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream' Exists, and I'm Nearly in Tears". Vice . Retrieved 27 March 2025.
  8. ↑ D'Amato, Lee (27 March 2025). "After 10 Years, Tomodachi Life Is Finally Getting A Sequel". Screen Rant . Retrieved 28 March 2025.
  9. ↑ Troughton, James (27 March 2025). "Nintendo Reveals New Tomodachi Life". The Gamer. Archived from the original on 27 March 2025. Retrieved 28 March 2025.
  10. 1 2 Hansford, Amelia (28 March 2025). "Fans think new Tomodachi Life game will feature same-sex marriage – this is why". PinkNews . Retrieved 22 November 2025.
  11. ↑ Lang, Derrik (7 May 2014). "Nintendo Says No to Virtual Equality in Life Game". ABC News United States . Archived from the original on 12 May 2014. Retrieved 22 November 2025.
  12. ↑ "We are committed to fun and entertainment for everyone". Nintendo. 9 May 2014. Archived from the original on 4 March 2016. Retrieved 22 November 2025.
  13. ↑ "Nintendo apologizes for response to same-sex controversy over Tomodachi Life game". CBS News . 12 May 2014. Archived from the original on 25 June 2014. Retrieved 22 November 2025.
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