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Tomodachi Life is a social simulation game where you develop an island to accommodate inhabitants and offer them a fuller life. You do this by interacting with islanders and solving their problems to earn buildings that expand the options for your island inhabitants. It's unusual because you end up curating relationships a bit like a miniature soap opera.
Unfortunately, Tomodachi Life is not available on Android, Mac, PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox X|S or iOS. However, we recommend the following games that offer a similar experience or theme:
Release Date: 06/06/2014
Out Now: 3DS and 2DS
Skill Rating: 6+ year-olds
Players: 1
Genres: Narrative, Simulation (Communication, Creative, Role-Play and World Building)
Accessibility: 0 features documented (Tweet Developer )
Components: 2D Overhead and Cartoon
Developer: Nintendo (@Nintendo)
Costs: Purchase cost
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