Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream launch
Game · 2026
Nintendo’s life simulation sold over 8 million copies by August 2026.
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- Apr 16 ’26 to May 8 ’26
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Trace the originNintendo released Living the Dream in April 2026. Players shared Mii creations on TikTok as the game topped retail charts. Nintendo reported global sell-through above 8 million by August.
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Timeline (12)
January 2026
Nintendo precursor · Jan 30 ’26
Nintendo detailed Mii customization and announced an April 16 release.[1]
April 2026
GamesRadar precursor · Apr 6 ’26
GamesRadar covered audience reactions to Nintendo’s Mii relationship videos.[2]
Game Informer precursor · Apr 15 ’26
Game Informer reviewed the game and criticized the loss of online Mii sharing.[3]
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- Japan physical opening week, Famitsu estimate“565,405 retail sales”565.4K[6]
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- Apr 15, 20261 day before
Game Informer · Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream review
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