Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream — Start Your Island

Living the Dream brings Tomodachi Life to Nintendo Switch with a free demo in supported regions, custom Mii residents, and an island shaped by their friendships, arguments, hobbies, and surprises.

Release, Demo, and Platforms

Nintendo lists the game as available for Nintendo Switch and compatible with Nintendo Switch 2. Store availability, price, and demo access can differ by region.

• Check the Nintendo store for your region
• Try the free demo before buying the full game
• Transfer demo progress when the regional store notes confirm the option
• Use supported Nintendo Switch hardware

Start Your First Island

Begin with a small cast instead of filling every apartment at once. Create a few Miis you recognize, give them distinct personalities, and let early friendships form before adding more residents.

1. Create two to four Miis with clearly different personalities.
2. Place them on the island and watch their first conversations.
3. Test inexpensive foods and gifts before spending rare items.
4. Add new residents when the first group has settled into a routine.

Local Play and Compatibility

Nintendo lists local wireless item exchange with another player. That is different from a full online multiplayer island, so do not expect remote shared-island play unless Nintendo adds it later.

Nintendo also lists Nintendo Switch 2 compatibility. Check the regional store before purchase because compatibility notes can change.

Questions Before You Buy

Is the full game free?

No. Nintendo lists a free demo; the full-game price depends on your region.

Does demo progress transfer?

Nintendo says demo progress can transfer to the full game. Confirm the note in your regional store before relying on it.

Is there a PC version?

Nintendo does not list an official PC edition.

Choose Your First Miis

Different personalities change how quickly residents socialize and react to island events. Compare the combinations before deciding who should live next door.

Compare all 16 personalities · Take the personality quiz · Nintendo product listing