Nintendo has officially announced a dedicated Nintendo Direct presentation centered on Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, scheduled to air on January 29, 2026. The broadcast will provide a focused look at the upcoming social simulation title and offer new details about its gameplay and features.
The company shared the announcement with the following message: “Join us on Jan. 29 at 6 a.m. PT for the Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Direct! The presentation will last roughly 20 minutes and provide more info on the upcoming Nintendo Switch game.” No additional specifics about the content of the showcase were disclosed.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is an upcoming social simulation game developed and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo Switch. It represents the first new entry in the Tomodachi series in more than a decade and is positioned as a direct sequel to the 2013 Nintendo 3DS title Tomodachi Life.
Nintendo has confirmed that the game introduces several modernized elements compared to its predecessor. Among the highlighted updates are a revamped Mii Maker and the addition of ears to character models, suggesting expanded customization options for players. These changes point toward an effort to refresh the series while maintaining its core identity.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is currently scheduled for a global release in Autumn 2026.
