Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream

SectorSKKorec

8/10

The Nintendo-style life simulation shows what happens when 70 Mii meet on an island.

RespecDave Aubrey

8/10

A social sim that really gives back what you put in.

Impulse GamerRichard Banks

It might have taken over a decade, but it's good to see Tamodachi Life back on our consoles. The last time Nintendo’s weirdest sim saw the light of day was

Loot Level ChillAdam Cook

8/10

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is an inclusive, funny time that, while repetitive, is lovely to dip in and out of over and over again.

Final WeaponMatheus Nascimento

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is a funnier, more expressive, more inclusive Tomodachi Life that nonetheless leaves real value on the table both in its own decisions and in what it left behind on the 3DS.

GamelinerJolien Mauritsz

Jolien plays Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream and discovers a chaotic life sim full of humor, creative freedom, surprising moments, and the necessary...

TechRadar GamingDashiell Wood

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is a delight, with superb character customization and plenty of charming humor. Its hands-off nature won’t be for everyone, and the lack of a dedicated Nintendo Switch 2 version is a missed opportunity, but there’s still no other game that offers its special brand of unapologetic weirdness.

But Why ThoMatt Sowinski

7.5/10

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is a chaotic breath of fresh air, even if it doesn’t offer a ton of things to do.

WellPlayedJade Stevenson

7.5/10

Easily the game with the highest meme potential of 2026, Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream’s combination of zany (if repetitive) writing and player input makes for a memorable time. The open-ended play is balanced with a steady flow of bite-sized activities for structure, and while the game could have used a bit more substance, it’s surprisingly addictive nonetheless.

Game RantDalton Cooper

6/10

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream certainly has its moments, but there's not enough meat on the bone to stay entertained long-term.

DualShockersJake Valentine

Unscored

While Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream isn't the full-blown life simulator some people may have been hoping for, fans of the original will feel right at home. Despite lacking any concrete depth, I'm still impressed by the wacky scenarios, conversations, and relationships that blossom. It's been a smash hit in the Valentine household, and that won't change for quite some time. I never thought we'd see another Tomodachi Life game, and I'm so happy that we did.

MonsterVineSpencer Legacy

Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is one of the weirdest and most absolutely endearing games I have ever played. One part social simulator and one part endorphin-blasting island builder, it feels like there’s a nigh endless amount of laughs to craft and satisfying stuff to do. I just wish it were easier to share your creations and island with friends, as that’s been made bizarrely difficult.