Tomodachi Life

 3DS
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7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 258 Ratings

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  1. MegaMattTyrrell
    Jun 6, 2014
    10
    Tomodachi Life is a fun game. Overall, I enjoy the feel of it. Its happy, silly and fun! 10/10. Also, don't mind the social justice warriors. They tried too hard to hurt the game.
  2. Beastprogamer
    Aug 7, 2015
    9
    This is a really fun game I've been playing recently as of this review's date, and the possibilities I'd say pretty much endless. Tomodachi Life is more than just a game, it is basically a Sims game based off of Mii characters. The graphics are good for the 3DS. The voices are okay. The Concert Hall is awesome, and they even let you have uncensored profanity for certain words. The clothsThis is a really fun game I've been playing recently as of this review's date, and the possibilities I'd say pretty much endless. Tomodachi Life is more than just a game, it is basically a Sims game based off of Mii characters. The graphics are good for the 3DS. The voices are okay. The Concert Hall is awesome, and they even let you have uncensored profanity for certain words. The cloths are awesome. The imports are cool. The interiors are cool and the golden one; I FRICKIN' want that! The foods look realistic. The Compatibility Tester is a piece of crap. Tomodachi Life is a very good "Game" and you should buy it and if you hate it, you're silly as JB.… Expand
  3. Aozz101x
    Jun 14, 2014
    8
    Tomodachi Life is one my fav games by Nintendo i love the things and taking care of miis as well it may feel like a sims game but it different towards then that it more a "friendly game" of The Sims,
    i hope that we get more Tomodachi here in the future. the game was fun play and very relaxing game just to play
  4. Cooby
    Jun 9, 2014
    9
    Tomodachi Life is a great game. It may not appeal to every kind of gamer but if it clicks with you, it will be a fun experience. I think you're able to enjoy the game much more if you have a lot of real life friends or a lot of favorite famous people/characters to add. The game has made me laugh so many times and even when I've played more than 10 hours it I still want more, though I'mTomodachi Life is a great game. It may not appeal to every kind of gamer but if it clicks with you, it will be a fun experience. I think you're able to enjoy the game much more if you have a lot of real life friends or a lot of favorite famous people/characters to add. The game has made me laugh so many times and even when I've played more than 10 hours it I still want more, though I'm starting to feel it a bit repetitive. I'd recommend adding few characters first, specially if you want a special pairing/relationship, cause the more characters you have the hardest is for them to "find" each other. Then you should add tons for more random relationships. I'd recommend this game to everyone who isn't really into violent or action games.… Expand
  5. TheFredinator
    Jun 20, 2014
    9
    This isn't a game I would see myself getting but I love the Sims and I NEEDED This. I love this game. I had so much fun while I played and I love how it gives you the feeling of a classic sims game. Its way better than My Sims. You are going to want to go back and replay a lot to see what else you can do with different Mii characters. I also loved how it was possible for your Mii's to haveThis isn't a game I would see myself getting but I love the Sims and I NEEDED This. I love this game. I had so much fun while I played and I love how it gives you the feeling of a classic sims game. Its way better than My Sims. You are going to want to go back and replay a lot to see what else you can do with different Mii characters. I also loved how it was possible for your Mii's to have feelings. I really liked how they took Tomodachi Life just like real life or the Sims. The only flaw is that after you unlock everything there isn't much to do. You also cannot control what your Mii's do. If you like the Sims, you will like this and it is a MUST BUY for the 3DS.

    Tomodachi Life gets a 9/10    … Expand
  6. Ohlookitskame
    Aug 9, 2014
    9
    Addicting, entertaining and well designed, Tomodachi Life is a fun way to integrate all the people you know into the game in a way that actually adds to the game play, and a great way to spend your time.
  7. imtryingmybest
    Jul 14, 2018
    8
    When I started this game, I had high expectations. Those expectations were definitely met, but around now I have played for almost 80 hours, and it gets rather repetitive. This isn't saying that it wasn't fun to play. This game is such a cute little game you can pop open and play for an hour. I love this game, and it deserves the praise it gets, but soon situations repeat, and after aboutWhen I started this game, I had high expectations. Those expectations were definitely met, but around now I have played for almost 80 hours, and it gets rather repetitive. This isn't saying that it wasn't fun to play. This game is such a cute little game you can pop open and play for an hour. I love this game, and it deserves the praise it gets, but soon situations repeat, and after about 40 hours, it loses it's originality. I would give it an 8, definitely a must-own.… Expand
  8. ChugJugWithYou
    Apr 9, 2021
    10
    really good
    kind of repetitive after a while, but one of my favourite games.
  9. Wargears
    Jun 7, 2014
    8
    Fun game and enjoying watching the everyday interactions of miis. But sad to say you will either love or hate this game. The game is fun, silly, funny but can also be shallow, weird, and bizarre at times, I cannot really recommend it to everyone.
  10. kdkade
    Jun 6, 2014
    10
    This game is probably going to get a lot of hate because of all the social warriors. The fact is, this is a great game. It's very funny and random, like an ultimate tamagotchi. It's also uncanny how easily this game puts a smile on your face! Tomodachi Life is both more and less than just a game, and I believe it's worth trying it out to see what could happen to your Mii's. There's notThis game is probably going to get a lot of hate because of all the social warriors. The fact is, this is a great game. It's very funny and random, like an ultimate tamagotchi. It's also uncanny how easily this game puts a smile on your face! Tomodachi Life is both more and less than just a game, and I believe it's worth trying it out to see what could happen to your Mii's. There's not much to hate in this game, unless you expected something completely different.… Expand
  11. MEMESAREPEOPLE
    Oct 29, 2019
    8
    Tomodachi Life is definitely one of the quirkiest games I have ever played. With your mii characters in the center, quirky wits, and handfuls of weird activities, you should definitely consider playing this game if you’re into the life simulator genre, or if you want something a little more quirky.

    You get a real sense of customization when you realize that you can customize your miis    Tomodachi Life is definitely one of the quirkiest games I have ever played. With your mii characters in the center, quirky wits, and handfuls of weird activities, you should definitely consider playing this game if you’re into the life simulator genre, or if you want something a little more quirky.

    You get a real sense of customization when you realize that you can customize your miis looks, voice, and even personality, to make each mii unique in their own way. You also have the ability to customize the clothing they wear, the look of their apartment room, their catchphrase, and even the lyrics for their next greatest song at a concert. You can put any type of mii into the apartment for your mii to get along with, from your family, to friends, to celebrities, to complete strangers or made up people, or even video game characters. This ability gives off a strange vibe that no other life simulator gave me before, and I can’t explain it, but it rocks.

    When your miis move into your apartment, you can feed them, solve their problems, change their attire, let them sing their heart out at a concert, or you can watch any action unfold by simply seeing what your miis are up to. Your miis even have the chance to romance and make babies, which is really cool to witness.

    One feature I loved is the concert feature, where you can give your miis the ability to sing at a concert, with you being able to change the lyrics to whatever you please. With 8 different genres to choose from, and enough lyrics to customize, the possibilities feel almost endless. I could go on and on about the amount of weird activities that your miis can do, but that would take forever.

    My only problem with the game is repetition. Once you put enough time into the game, you eventually see events begin to repeat themselves, and eventually you’ve seen everything the game has to offer, and it loses its appeal. However, it doesn’t occur for a good while and the amount of content in this game to begin with is astonishing on its own, so don’t feel repelled by the eventual sense of repetition.

    All in all, Tomodachi Life is a wonderfully quirky and unique life simulator that puts your miis at the center and creates an experience unlike anything else. Although it isn’t perfect, it is definitely a game to pick up if you enjoy life simulators, quirky experiences, or both.    … Expand
  12. Delta46
    Jun 9, 2014
    10
    Very fun game. If you can challenge yourself and let the game make experiences for you, you'll have a great time. It's a fishbowl game, you don't really do chores in the same way you would in Animal Crossing.
  13. TheExtraGuy
    Oct 3, 2014
    8
    People have been saying that this is the Sims meets Animal Crossing. I wouldn't go that far, but I can certainly see the connection. It's a simulation of life and relationships with Japanese charm and quirkiness. You don't really have power over what your people do but you do influence them by giving them incentives and approve or disapprove their decisions. Though sometimes I got a bitPeople have been saying that this is the Sims meets Animal Crossing. I wouldn't go that far, but I can certainly see the connection. It's a simulation of life and relationships with Japanese charm and quirkiness. You don't really have power over what your people do but you do influence them by giving them incentives and approve or disapprove their decisions. Though sometimes I got a bit annoyed that a character of mine disliked a food they actually liked in real life or in fiction. And that's really the only thing wrong with this game is that they are too free willed. I can't freely set their likes and dislikes, it's all on chance. Also getting people to be friends or lovers takes a long time, mainly because again it happens on chance whether or someone will talk to the person you want and whether or not they like them. Not only that but you've also got no option to make a character gay or bi, so if you have a gay friend or you like a character that's gay, either you have to deal with them being straight by default or you can cheat and make a female looking guy character or vice versa.
    Other than that it's a game that really should be played in short bursts or every once in awhile, it's a quick game where you pass time by playing the little minigames, sorting out each of the islanders life problems, buy the new clothing items and food, see what else is happening on the island then check the next day and do the same thing (which is where the Animal Crossing parallel comes into play).

    Overall it's a game with a lot of potential if Nintendo change up the formula a bit and fix the frustrating things. It's the type of game where either you'll have fun or won't, and if you can ignore the control of little people being taken away from you and you don't mind playing in short bursts. (fingers crossed) If there is a sequel, hopefully it'll also get a Wii U release because this would be a great game for the Wii U also.    … Expand
  14. thanaton
    Jun 11, 2014
    10
    I've been following this game for a while before it released so I thought it looked cool and put my pre-order in, at first I didn't know what to think of the game when I started playing it. But After a few hours of playing it it grew on me and I really love Tomodachi Life it's very fun and addicting, hours past in mere seconds I don't think I've ever had so much fun with a video gameI've been following this game for a while before it released so I thought it looked cool and put my pre-order in, at first I didn't know what to think of the game when I started playing it. But After a few hours of playing it it grew on me and I really love Tomodachi Life it's very fun and addicting, hours past in mere seconds I don't think I've ever had so much fun with a video game before but in the end that's all that matters in a video game the fun factor.

    The only CON for me was there were a couple of scenarios, characters, story elements that were weird and I didn't understand at all and the game makes no attempt to explain it, I won't spoil it buy the game to find out :P it's strange, amazing and weird. But it doesn't affect the overall game.

    Tomodachi Life is a lot of fun and addicting, I highly recommend it.    … Expand
  15. MWHentrich
    Aug 6, 2014
    10
    I've been gaming for most of my life and this is easily my favorite game. Good gameplay, easy to enjoy, and filled with new surprises. Plus I've only played the demo!
  16. Mintgreen
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    I was excited about the game before its release, and a year after the release I was still excited about it. I finally bought it, and I was not disappointed. The trailer and the gameplay that others put online seemed promising and not overhyped. After three days of playing the game to see for myself if it was really what I hoped it would be, I was not disappointed! I was hooked. This gameI was excited about the game before its release, and a year after the release I was still excited about it. I finally bought it, and I was not disappointed. The trailer and the gameplay that others put online seemed promising and not overhyped. After three days of playing the game to see for myself if it was really what I hoped it would be, I was not disappointed! I was hooked. This game was very addicting. It's interactive, refreshing, stimulating, and I feel attached to characters that I've put in this game. It's adorable. If you're into the Sims and you're observant and love to interact, this is your kind of game! :)… Expand
  17. JosTheReal
    Jan 30, 2015
    9
    Tomodachi Life is a casual simulation game made and published by Nintendo. Tomodachi Life was some kind of a risk, because this game is a one of a kind nobody would know what people would think of the game and actually like it or not.

    In Tomodachi Life you have a Island with all your favorite Miis. You start the game by giving the Island a name and after that you have to import your    Tomodachi Life is a casual simulation game made and published by Nintendo. Tomodachi Life was some kind of a risk, because this game is a one of a kind nobody would know what people would think of the game and actually like it or not.

    In Tomodachi Life you have a Island with all your favorite Miis. You start the game by giving the Island a name and after that you have to import your first Mii.

    When you have imported your first Mii the game can begin. The game shows you a simple basic tutorial. The tutorial is easy to follow and there are no hard things to do. The basics of this game is mostly, giving your Mii some food, play with them, giving them gifts (clothes, new rooms, items etc.). Because you only have 1 Mii at the moment, it can get very boring quickly so it’s time to add some more Miis.

    TIP: It’s funnier to add in some real life friends and watch them do funny stuff, but celebrities can work as well. Nothing is funnier to see Gordon Ramsay and Michael Jackson dance the Tango.

    The game itself isn’t that hard to play. The more Miis you have the more food you have to buy and the more you have to play with them. It’s fun to see the Miis starting to have their own lifes. Making relationships, go out etc. Ofcourse they do need some help from the player, with love advice, giving them things to say when they are angry and ofcourse to give them stuff so people can play together.

    For example when you give a Mii a football, they can go to the park and play together with that ball.

    Tomodachi Life is a very interesting game. It offers something I haven’t seen in a long time in the gaming market lately and that’s just to have a casual game that is playable from age 3 – 99. Anyone can have fun with this game it’s only up to the player to play the game as he wants.

    Thoughts:
    I really would recommend Tomodachi Life to people that want a casual game to laugh with. It’s fun to import friends and celebrities and watch them mingle. You do need some time to play the game though. When the amount of Miis on the Island grows you spend more time each day to take care of them. My advice would be start with 10 Miis (Like I do in my Tomodachi Life serie). If you still think the game is starting to get boring, just add more Miis.

    Because the community of custom Miis is really big, you can add alot of your favorite celebrities into the game. All the way from Albert Einstein to Darth Vader, nothing is impossible in Tomodachi Life.    … Expand
  18. harryjc
    Nov 17, 2016
    8
    I gave this game a 7. But it is a strong 7, and I enjoyed this game. It's good fun. A casual title, but it's interesting seeing how your characters are growing, and changing, and interacting with each other. I especially like how they all talk to you through their electronic voices.

    However, the game does have minor problems. Since the game is so simplified it can be limited at times.    I gave this game a 7. But it is a strong 7, and I enjoyed this game. It's good fun. A casual title, but it's interesting seeing how your characters are growing, and changing, and interacting with each other. I especially like how they all talk to you through their electronic voices.

    However, the game does have minor problems. Since the game is so simplified it can be limited at times. There isn't always a lot to do, but there's enough to be entertaining. My main criticism of this game is that I feel there wasn't enough for the price.

    Yes. The characters have apartments, which you can change, but you cannot custom design homes, and arrange furnitures like in 'The Sims.' Should every life simulator game try copying The Sims? No, but in this case it would have been appropriate. It would have added a greater depth to something already enjoyable.

    Also, the choice of faces, and body characteristics were limited. Sure, it seems like there's enough at first, but then you quickly realize only a few things are suitable. For a sequel they will need to expand the options.

    Third, not much of a story line. It's not to say there has to be something complex, but each character should have a goal, or a life dream. Maybe they could try to become a doctor, or teacher, or artist, and so on. It would give you something to work towards.

    As for the rest of the game, ignoring some minor flaws, I think we have a very nice title here. I enjoy the concept, and all the little touches. Giving your characters food, and toys, and seeing what they're up to is much more interesting than it sounds.    … Expand
  19. Yaysuz
    Aug 29, 2014
    9
    For some reason I never get tired of this game. I have basically filled my entire apartment with family and friends. The endless stuff you can do is amazing. The best part has to be the songs.
  20. midipon
    Aug 27, 2017
    9
    I recommend watching videos of this game before trying it yourself, that said, it is oh so weirdly fun.Any and all characters and *things* that can be made into Miis have been and just taking it easy and going with the flow of Tomodachi Life is truly enjoyable. If you have an active and dramatic imagination for making up stories, this is the game for you.
  21. SableSoldi3r
    Oct 12, 2017
    9
    It's kind of hard to call it a game but, as an experience, Tomodachi Life is fantastic. Being able to watch your friends and family develop individual lifestyles independent from the real world is extremely entertaining. While you don't have a lot of input on their lives, the interaction doesn't seem all that limited and you're able to influence a lot of their decisions, mainly involvingIt's kind of hard to call it a game but, as an experience, Tomodachi Life is fantastic. Being able to watch your friends and family develop individual lifestyles independent from the real world is extremely entertaining. While you don't have a lot of input on their lives, the interaction doesn't seem all that limited and you're able to influence a lot of their decisions, mainly involving connections with other islanders.

    There is an overwhelming amount of content in this game; from mini games, to dreams the islanders can have, to the amount of different context that shows up from your islanders, it consistently feels fresh. There are many different places to visit on the island, each with their own events that take place at certain times of the day. The item catalog is quite impressive as well, and the trial-and-error process of finding out which food each islander likes and doesn't like is addicting and worthwhile. You can also trade items with friends in an attempt to collect everything that the game has to offer, and you get one special "export item" that you can distribute to other islands via StreetPass. The sense of humor is very wacky and the game never ceases to put a smile on my face.

    It's difficult to put into words, but this game just has that Nintendo charm to it; you know it when you see it. Everything from the humor to the art style just gives it a unique feel and creates an atmosphere that makes me feel like a kid. This is an excellent 3DS title and a quintessential Nintendo title, and I strongly encourage anyone who's looking for something hilariously offbeat to give this one a shot.    … Expand
  22. LazyCharmander
    Jun 10, 2014
    10
    This game is oozing charm and character. Some of the things your miis do are downright hilarious, and it's great fun adding characters from videogames, books, movies, etc and seeing how they interact
  23. ohrid2000
    Jun 15, 2014
    8
    Überraschend gutes Spiel hatte es eigentlich aus der Laune heraus für meine freundin als kleine Überraschung gekauft da sie sims animal crossing etc schon gut fand
    Als ich die Packung geöffnet hab lagen 2 demo download codes mit dabei, ach testen kann ja nicht schaden
    Die demo fand ich schon so dermaßen sympathisch und voller charm das ich direkt nochmal zum laden bin und mir das game    Überraschend gutes Spiel hatte es eigentlich aus der Laune heraus für meine freundin als kleine Überraschung gekauft da sie sims animal crossing etc schon gut fand
    Als ich die Packung geöffnet hab lagen 2 demo download codes mit dabei, ach testen kann ja nicht schaden
    Die demo fand ich schon so dermaßen sympathisch und voller charm das ich direkt nochmal zum laden bin und mir das game für mich selbst nochmal gekauft hab.
    Ich spiele es jetzt sozusagen mit meiner Freundin seit ca ner Woche und hab Mittlerweile wohl mehr stunden damit verbracht wie mit so manchem Mega Blockbuster aaa Titel

    Es gibt einfach so viele Momente wo absolut in der art einfach einmalig sind
    Und auch wenns kein spiel ist was man stundenlang aktiv zockt , nehm ich den ds alle halbe Stunde zur hand um zu sehen ob wer hunger hat oder ob ich meinen Schützlingen beim verkuppeln helfen kann

    Ich bin gespannt wie lange es mich noch motiviert allerdings hat mich das game absolut überrascht
    Da ich immer dachte das es mir zu schräg ist, wirkt auch absolut so
    Kann aber nur jedem raten mal die demo zu testen und sich ein paar Männchen zu erstellen ( bei mir zb freunde und verwandte oder bekannte)
    Ein herrlicher zeit vertreib den man mehrmals am tag zur hand nimmt
    Ich mags nicht mehr missen :)    … Expand
  24. iam12741
    Jul 3, 2014
    9
    This is a very good game showing Nintendo at it's very best. It has some love it or hate it humour (I get the wackiness of the various situations while my friend/classmate doesn't) so if you're on the former side of the fence you'll love the game but if you're on the latter, then good luck not wanting to break the game! But everybody will agree that it's one flaw is the repetitive natureThis is a very good game showing Nintendo at it's very best. It has some love it or hate it humour (I get the wackiness of the various situations while my friend/classmate doesn't) so if you're on the former side of the fence you'll love the game but if you're on the latter, then good luck not wanting to break the game! But everybody will agree that it's one flaw is the repetitive nature of the game and the lack of control over the Miis actions! Otherwise, a good game that multiple people will love!… Expand
  25. sonicheroes123
    Aug 23, 2014
    10
    Tomodachi life is a (you gessed it) a life simulator where you look after mii's on your island you can get married go into space, eat food or even play on the wii u. If a married couple has a baby you can choose it's gender, look and name so overall it's my favourite 3DS game.
  26. didihere
    Oct 23, 2014
    8
    this game is super fun, its a bit like sims. i had really enjoyed it in the beginning, but after a hwile of playing it, i kinda got bored due to the repetitiveness that it was showing. i later sold the game, got bored. but the cool thing about the game is that you can have kids and you can dress up your residents to whatever you want, and also you can get whatever mii you want due to miithis game is super fun, its a bit like sims. i had really enjoyed it in the beginning, but after a hwile of playing it, i kinda got bored due to the repetitiveness that it was showing. i later sold the game, got bored. but the cool thing about the game is that you can have kids and you can dress up your residents to whatever you want, and also you can get whatever mii you want due to mii qr codes. its neat.… Expand
  27. Godlygamer
    Dec 10, 2014
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This used to be one of my favourite games of 2014. After I got it in July, I've been slowly drifting away from the game. But something keeps bringing me back. Whether it's the endless charm, endless character customization, endless clothing option, (about 500) or the events that occur over time. This game is almost endless. Sure, it's a bit repetitive, but if you give it a try, you might just love it to! But if you don't think you'll like it, you probably won't.… Expand
  28. Frankazar
    Dec 19, 2014
    8
    This game is really enjoyable and fun, especially when you make your Miis sing your own written songs. It is really funny and imaginative because random things can happen at any time. The oly things bad about this game is that sometimes it will get boring and repetitve.
  29. magikarpow
    Dec 22, 2014
    9
    Amazing, Tomodachi Life is definitely on the same level as Animal Crossing: New Leaf, but it's so crazy and fun and goes in some many directions. This game may get a bit boring eventually, but nearly all life sims do. If you see it for a reasonable price, pick it up.
  30. nintendowolf
    Dec 27, 2014
    9
    Tomodachi Life is a very good game. When I got it, I played it so much the next day someone got married! It is very fun and silly. The only reasons I gave it a 9 is because your Miis can break up, divorce, and stop being friends. That makes me and them sad. Also the game gets a little boring once you play a lot. But overall it is a great game and I highly recommend it.
  31. DBPirate1129
    Mar 8, 2015
    9
    Tomodachi Life is a quirky, fun, and clever experience that is every bit as enjoyable as I had expected it to be: and that's very enjoyable.

    Tomodachi Life gives your Mii characters life. In the Wii series, they may be staring off into space while bowling or just smiling while sword fighting. Now, your Miis can make friends, have their own personality types, sing their favorite tunes,    Tomodachi Life is a quirky, fun, and clever experience that is every bit as enjoyable as I had expected it to be: and that's very enjoyable.

    Tomodachi Life gives your Mii characters life. In the Wii series, they may be staring off into space while bowling or just smiling while sword fighting. Now, your Miis can make friends, have their own personality types, sing their favorite tunes, or even get married and have kids! Some may call it a toned-down Sims for kids but I think it's much more than that.

    Right when you start, the game thrusts you into a new Mii maker which is easily the best Mii maker we've ever seen. There are new personality features and speech features added to give your Miis character. Your Mii could end up being a lone wolf, a designer, a leader, or maybe even an adventurer. It's fun to see how your real personality would line up in the quirky Tomodachi world. Of course, you don't have to just add friends and family. I myself have added characters like Mario, Harry Potter, Indiana Jones, and Katniss Everdeen which makes for some really strange situations.

    There's not as much to do here as you could in Animal Crossing, but the game's quick check in nature makes this a nonexistent problem. You could always see what your Miis are doing or you could make a song for them, get food and clothes for them, and even take them on an 8-bit RPG quest. There are also two fun minigames here called Quirky Questions and Judgment Bay. In the former, a question layout is given to you and you can fill in the blank. For example, you might get: "Who hides ____ in their closet?" and can put anything (well, most things) in the blank. In Judgment Bay, you can make all of your Miis pick between two, three, or four things and they'll pick which is their favorite.

    Relationships are perhaps the biggest and best part of Tomodachi Life. Miis can make friends and some can even become their best friends, if you're lucky. They'll be seen hanging out at their apartments a lot. It gets really special when a Mii has a heart above their head, meaning that they have a crush on someone. They could eventually break up, marry, have kids, or divorce. It's very fun watching your Miis grow even if the couples are a bit...strange.

    Overall, Tomodachi Life is a very quirky and fun game which happens to be just what I was looking for. If you're a fan of lime simulators, pick this up. If you're expecting something along the lines of The Sims, this may not be for you.    … Expand
  32. jenifire73
    May 5, 2015
    9
    This was a well put together game but can have some mixed feelings. On one hand it is not as action packed as other games on the platform like majora's mask, monster hunter 4, xenoblade chronicles, or final fantasy it had a calm an collected feel like animal crossing new leaf or nintendogs + cats. I felt as though the game was charming and a good way to make my friends laugh with it'sThis was a well put together game but can have some mixed feelings. On one hand it is not as action packed as other games on the platform like majora's mask, monster hunter 4, xenoblade chronicles, or final fantasy it had a calm an collected feel like animal crossing new leaf or nintendogs + cats. I felt as though the game was charming and a good way to make my friends laugh with it's weird sense of humor. I do not play the game as much now as I did when it first came out but I still like the small details and relationships my miis get into.… Expand
  33. blueandyellow
    Jul 4, 2015
    8
    Tomodachi Life is a very offbeat but addicting game, with a weird sense of humour but a lot of content and unique experiences. I really enjoyed this game, aside from one major drawback: your Miis cannot enter into same-sex relationships. The game is still enjoyable, but in comparison to the Sims games doesn't give you as much control over the characters (however they are lower-maintenance)Tomodachi Life is a very offbeat but addicting game, with a weird sense of humour but a lot of content and unique experiences. I really enjoyed this game, aside from one major drawback: your Miis cannot enter into same-sex relationships. The game is still enjoyable, but in comparison to the Sims games doesn't give you as much control over the characters (however they are lower-maintenance) and you don't see them grow and develop as much. The StreetPass feature does nothing for me, only receiving one traveler in the 6 months I've had it on (maybe the game is too rare for this?) and that makes me afraid to send out my own. Overall a fun game, with good replay value and the QR code feature lets you get lots of fun pre-made Miis online.… Expand
  34. JustAr3v13w3r
    Aug 17, 2015
    9
    Tomodachi Life is outstanding, I really like this game, I've spent a lot of time on this, and it feels like a mix of some of nintendo's games like Final Fantasy, Animal Crossing, Hey You Pikachu, and Mario Party. They also added a reason for Miis on the 3DS, rather than being the soulless, empty shells that they were on the 3DS.
  35. nintendomaster1
    Aug 24, 2015
    8
    Tomodachi Life is a fun, quirky, sometimes funny, and always weird little game. It's fun making Miis and watching their lives happen on an island somewhere. The game does get old and very repetitive after a while, but somehow it doesn't lose charm.
  36. Terrastrike
    Jan 6, 2016
    10
    Tomodachi life is a great time waster, funny simulator, and overall just plain fun! It doesn't feel very limited at all, and you can fill up your apartments with up to 100 Miis! If you enjoy Animal Crossing, you will most likely love Tomodachi life.
  37. TheSpacecat
    Feb 28, 2016
    8
    It's more of an app that you check through out the day than a full fledged video game, but if it sounds like something you'll enjoy then you'll love it without a doubt. If it doesn't sound like something you'll enjoy, well then it isn't for you.
  38. Robloxiancritic
    May 21, 2016
    9
    This is so fun and I had so much fun. I praised mine and I kinda got bored with my current cast so i added more characters such as Zelda characters and Yandere simulator characters. My only complaint is that there is less control over the miis and no it is not a sims or animal crossing rip off.
  39. LalsakWolas
    Mar 2, 2017
    10
    This is one of the best games I've ever played. It gives you the freedom to create your own and dreamed island, where you can put a character of whoever you want.
  40. Taylor1
    Mar 8, 2017
    10
    It is a very cute and charming game. It is very random, yet it adds to the charm. You can dress them how you like, choose their personality, move in many many miis, feed them a great range of food, watch them get married, have children, watch them grow friendships. It's nice to go back to this every once in a while to check in on them.
  41. MonkiReviews
    Mar 11, 2017
    9
    This is one of the funniest games I have played. The use of Mii's makes my friends and fictional characters look funny. The combination of tasks and mini games makes it a must have.
  42. vvmax
    Apr 29, 2017
    10
    I love this game. I got it 2 years ago and still playing because it's so quirky and fun! but can get a bit boring every once and a while. It is a game that you check on every once and a while and it can be sooooooo sweet at times and I hope for a sequel for the Switch!
  43. MrTacoBob
    Sep 17, 2017
    10
    Tomodachi Life is such a charming game that is way too simple. Simple in a good way. It's a bit odd in some parts but the gameplay is relaxing and rivals Animal Crossing New Leaf.
  44. Knavish
    Jul 16, 2017
    8
    This game reminds me so much of a Tamagotchi. It's an app that you check on throughout the day, and the more miis you add the more you get out of it. It's why I bought it digitally rather than physically, and I still haven't regretted that purchase.
  45. GameGrapeGrevie
    Nov 15, 2017
    10
    Charming game that has endlessly amount of fun and enjoyment definitely worth the play. I really enjoyed how the Miis were used in Tomodachi Life. They were witty, funny and kind characters.
  46. IndieCrit
    Aug 1, 2018
    10
    Hilarious. A must buy on the system. Need I say more other than the fact you get to scare your miis when they have hiccups.
  47. Bowser902
    Aug 12, 2018
    9
    I couldn't put it down after I started playing! The characters start to feel important to you and as you unlock new things the game starts expanding with all sorts of things you can do with your Miis. However the only thing hurting my score is how they sleep, not giving me enough time to interact with them. Overall, this gets a 9.9 out of 10.
  48. M0NST3R_G4MING
    May 11, 2019
    8
    You shouldn't expect too much from Tomodachi Life. If you know that it doesn't offer a lot of content and you know how to have fun with it, then you have fun. Tomodachi Life is a very sweet game in which you can play with your virtual friends (Miis), feed them and have fun. You shouldn't expect a second Animal Crossing or Sims at Tomodachi Life. It simply doesn't offer enough for that.You shouldn't expect too much from Tomodachi Life. If you know that it doesn't offer a lot of content and you know how to have fun with it, then you have fun. Tomodachi Life is a very sweet game in which you can play with your virtual friends (Miis), feed them and have fun. You shouldn't expect a second Animal Crossing or Sims at Tomodachi Life. It simply doesn't offer enough for that.

    The gameplay is repetitive after a while. You can visit the Miis, feed them, play mini-games and make friends with them. The Miis can also fall in love with each other and get married. That is also very beautiful! This is all very funny and fun - but after a while very monotonous. Tomodachi Life is obviously not a game that you play for several hours at a time. It's a game you play from time to time. And that's what makes the game so interesting.
    I had about 100 hours of fun with Tomodachi Life by restarting several times. This gave me a whole new experience again and again.

    In summary I can recommend Tomodachi Life for the little fun in between. Who doesn't expect a second Animal Crossing or Sims will have fun with Tomodachi Life! I would definitely like a new Tomodachi Life for the Nintendo Switch with more content. Because the content problem is actually the only problem with Tomodachi Life.    … Expand
  49. Julian0505
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    This is the best game on 3DS, I’ve played for hundreds of hours over the years and it never ceases to amuse me. Play it, I beg you!
  50. DaBomb21
    Feb 6, 2020
    8
    I love the quirky dialogues in this game! It's also fun to just watch your miis interact with each other. After a while though the miis can get a little repetitive with what they say and there is only so much that your miis can do on your island. Overall though, I love this game and would definitely recommend it!
  51. GameBoy66
    Feb 11, 2020
    8
    Tomodachi Life is an original game that deserves a remake. It has tons of charm and characteristics that make the game stand out. The game gets stale after playing it daily and it loses charm the longer you play it, but it also gains it too. The more you play, the more cool stuff you find and discover. This game is a classic, but an underrated one at that.
  52. Dani_l
    Aug 25, 2020
    10
    The game is simple but fun and enteraining, for me, the miis felt emotionless in other games like wii sports, in wii party they had reations, but still, they were still kinda emotionless for me, until i played tomodachi life, i felt sad, happy, or angry at the miis, as they also had more emotions, for me, the experience of finally interacting with a mii deeper is great.
  53. YDS
    Jun 8, 2022
    9
    Great game, I'm not complaining about the LGBTQ aspect because in Japan it is not normalized to kids.
    It has variety of things you can do, yet it gets kinda boring boring after you accomplish everything, and boy do you accomplish everything fast, there is no end to the game, it just goes on. A life in a cartridge, but definitely a great game that had a high nostalgic value.
  54. RoyJorelia
    Feb 18, 2021
    9
    When this game came out I played it non-stop, I still play it a lot, but it's not as fun as it was when I started playing it. For me, it took a LONG time for me to get bored of the game. It's still have fun when I play it, and I love the fact that you can put literally anyone on your island. The most fun part for me is waiting for them to marry and have children. It's all like a weirdWhen this game came out I played it non-stop, I still play it a lot, but it's not as fun as it was when I started playing it. For me, it took a LONG time for me to get bored of the game. It's still have fun when I play it, and I love the fact that you can put literally anyone on your island. The most fun part for me is waiting for them to marry and have children. It's all like a weird fanfiction since anyone can hook up with anyone. It's a really good game.… Expand
  55. MaddoxWhite
    Apr 24, 2021
    8
    This "game" is so great. Literally just put characters from all of your different shows and games inside of it and just laugh.
  56. YokoHugo
    Jul 30, 2022
    8
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  57. BeefRates
    Nov 22, 2021
    8
    The game has some fine humor and gameplay, the minigames are fine but really mixed about, the possibilities are randomly endless.
  58. Ethan49
    Mar 30, 2022
    8
    This is my most favorite 3ds game that I ever played and playing this game is fun and makes me happy and I have so many good memory about it 8/10
  59. Arey100
    Jun 16, 2023
    9
    One of the most charming games I've ever played! I'm so sad Tomodachi Life never made it's way to consoles.
  60. nathnb
    Jun 21, 2022
    10
    This is truly an amazing game. I have loved it ever since I gotten in a few years back. The soundtrack, the charm, everything. The only complaints that I have is that it doesnt support same-sex relationships, but other than that, it’s an amazing game. Although it gets repetitive at times, you can always take a break and play again soon. I wish they’d make this game for switch, adding evenThis is truly an amazing game. I have loved it ever since I gotten in a few years back. The soundtrack, the charm, everything. The only complaints that I have is that it doesnt support same-sex relationships, but other than that, it’s an amazing game. Although it gets repetitive at times, you can always take a break and play again soon. I wish they’d make this game for switch, adding even more features and fun to be had before. That would make me very happy. Overall, Tomodachi Life is one of my favorite games of all time. It’s filled with lots of charm, fun, and I just love Mii characters. The songs are a great experience too, how they all set the mood for everything going on in the game. Happy, sad, angry, its lovely. I love everything about this game and it will always hold a special place in my heart.… Expand
  61. Miila
    Jul 8, 2022
    10
    Retrasados todos los que no Dan 10

    Es un juego para divertirse, no para ser serios, malditos tryhards
  62. Beny_Tube_5
    Jun 9, 2023
    10
    I LOVE THIS GAME! I love messing around with all the mii's and seeing 2 random celebrities fall in love. Please try this game if you have a 3DS and feel the joy we have!
  63. ToadMario
    Nov 26, 2022
    10
    Good Game W Game W Nintendo W Nintendo 3ds W Europe W Asia Everything Playing This Game
  64. onlyinohio
    Feb 1, 2023
    10
    This is the best game you can find on the 3DS system. I restarted my island several times and spent hundreds of hours in the game while hardly getting bored. I remember creating my whole family and all of my friends, the only weird thing was that my cousin married my sister...
  65. nejnej55
    Feb 10, 2023
    8
    A fun and unique game, which made me laugh and smile countless times. The game can get quite repetitive after a while.
  66. muJ
    Mar 15, 2023
    8
    One of the most charming, and entertaining 3ds games, but heavily lacking in content. Putting your family friends, and celebrities on a island is fun, until your realize that you can do almost everything this game has to offer in a few hours, and after playing for a while it gets really repetitive.
  67. acethebased
    Apr 10, 2023
    10
    If you like Animal Crossing, you'll love this game. It may not be everybody's cup of tea, but the people that like cute games like this will get addicted. Such a fun game!
  68. Sockifed
    Jun 25, 2023
    9
    It's been a while since I've played this game yet It's left a lasting impact on me. I absolutely loved this game even though I didn't know how it worked in full. This game is unique in every way possible and definitely worth a try.
  69. Squiggy64998
    Aug 13, 2023
    10
    Goated game really funny how all the miis interact and the cutscenes are hilarious

Awards & Rankings

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#29 Best 3DS Game of 2014
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#4 Most Discussed 3DS Game of 2014
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#13 Most Shared 3DS Game of 2014

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Metascore
71

Mixed or average reviews - based on 52 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 52
  2. Mixed: 30 out of 52
  3. Negative: 0 out of 52
  1. Gamer.no
    Aug 21, 2014
    50
    Tomodachi Life tries to be fun, and it sorta is. The problem is that it only lasts for an hour or three, and then the magic’s gone forever.
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  2. Gamer.nl
    Aug 19, 2014
    60
    There is plenty to philosophize about regarding Tomodachi Life. It’s an alienating product of its own time: we’re dealing with a game where the player is forced, passive-aggressively, to take the role of voyeur. But as a game, Tomodachi Life is never really fun. Tomodachi Life is no more than a stiff repetition exercise that is intriguing, yet kind of boring.
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  3. Official Nintendo Magazine UK
    Aug 8, 2014
    80
    Stop reading and play: you'll have more fun if you don't know what's coming. [Aug 2014, p.68]
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