Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream
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PS5 Will Soon Be Cheaper Than Switch 2 in Japan, But Is It Going to Make Any Difference?The PlayStation 5 will become cheaper than the Nintendo Switch 2 in Japan starting May 25th, following a ¥10,000 price increase for the Switch 2. Despite this, the PlayStation 5 continues to significantly underperform in Japanese sales compared to the Nintendo Switch, largely due to a lack of exclusive titles that appeal to the Japanese market.
Nintendo Switch 2 Sales at 19.86 Million Units With Nintendo Switch Sales Pushing to 155.92 Million UnitsNintendo's latest fiscal report reveals the Nintendo Switch 2 has sold 19.86 million units in its first fiscal year, while the original Nintendo Switch reached 155.92 million units sold, surpassing the Nintendo DS. The company forecasts 16.5 million Nintendo Switch 2 units for the next fiscal year and plans to increase its price by $50 in North America starting September 1st.
Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen Sold Over 4m Units in Six Weeks on SwitchNintendo revealed that Pokemon FireRed and Pokemon LeafGreen sold over four million units combined on the Nintendo Switch within their first six weeks of release. Other titles like Pokemon Pokopia, Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, Mario Kart World, Pokemon Legends: Z-A, and Donkey Kong Bananza also reported strong sales figures for the fiscal year.
Switch 2 outpacing original Switch after nearing 20 million salesThe Nintendo Switch 2 has surpassed the original Nintendo Switch in sales during its first full fiscal year, selling 19.86 million units worldwide since its June 2025 launch. Nintendo forecasts continued strong adoption despite expecting year-on-year sales declines in FY27. The company also reported significant success with its transmedia initiatives, including The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.
Nintendo sold over 8 million Pokémon games in 2026 as Pokopia proves a big hitNintendo reported strong sales for its Pokémon titles in 2026, with Pokémon Pokopia selling over four million units on the Nintendo Switch 2 in its first five weeks. Ports of Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen also exceeded four million sales. Pokémon Legends: Z-A has sold 12.79 million copies across both Switch and Switch 2, while Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream sold 3.8 million units in two weeks.
Nintendo FY sales soar 98.6% to $14.6bn following launch of Switch 2Nintendo reported a 98.6% increase in net sales, reaching $14.6 billion for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, driven by the successful launch of the Nintendo Switch 2. The company also announced price adjustments for the console and subscriptions in several regions. Despite strong initial sales, Nintendo forecasts a decline in Switch 2 hardware sales for the next fiscal year, though software sales are expected to grow.
Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Sales Are Off To A Flying StartTomodachi Life: Living The Dream has achieved over 3.8 million global sales in its first two weeks. This strong launch for the Nintendo Switch title suggests it may surpass the 6.73 million units sold by its Nintendo 3DS predecessor, Tomodachi Life. Nintendo has confirmed the sales figures in its latest financial report.
Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Is Selling Like HotcakesNintendo announced that its social life simulator, Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, has sold over 3.8 million units globally in its first two weeks. The game, released on April 16, has garnered significant attention, with popular videos and active subreddits contributing to its strong performance on the Nintendo Switch.
Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch million sellers for May 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia and FireRed / LeafGreen over 4 million, moreNintendo's May 2026 financial results reveal that Pokemon Pokopia and re-releases of Pokemon FireRed/LeafGreen have each sold over four million units on the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. The report also details sales figures for other million-selling titles on both platforms, including Mario Kart World and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.
Poor Start for PS5 Exclusive Saros as First Sales Data EmergesSony's new PlayStation 5 exclusive, Saros, has had a slow start according to its first sales data. The game ranked 11th in North America and 17th in Europe on the PS Store charts for April, and third in the UK physical sales chart. While it is the number one new release on Amazon for PS5 games, its debut is considered weak for a high-profile release.
Talking Point: Do You Prefer Big Directs Or A Steady Flow Of News From Nintendo Today?This article discusses Nintendo's shift towards using its Nintendo Today mobile app for game announcements, potentially replacing or supplementing traditional Nintendo Direct presentations. Staff members share their views on whether this 'little and often' approach is preferable to large, infrequent showcases for both fans and the company's marketing strategy.
UK software sales chart for the week ending May 2, 2026 – Tomodachi Life rises top the topTomodachi Life: Living the Dream has claimed the top spot in the UK software sales chart for the week ending May 2, 2026. The chart features a variety of titles from major publishers like Nintendo, Bandai Namco Entertainment, and Electronic Arts, with Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition and EA Sports FC 26 also appearing in the top rankings.
UK Charts: Tomodachi Life Beats Saros To Reclaim Number OneTomodachi Life: Living the Dream has reclaimed the number one spot on the UK physical charts, pushing Capcom's Pragmata down to tenth place. Saros, a new PS5 exclusive, also failed to reach the top, debuting in third. Other notable entries include EA SPORTS FC 26 climbing to fourth and Invincible VS entering the charts at seventh.
[Let’s Talk] What are you playing? – May 2026This article prompts readers to share what games they are currently playing in May 2026, mentioning titles like Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, Pragmata, and Mouse: P.I. For Hire. It also references a previous discussion about Nintendo Switch Online subscriptions, with users sharing their tenure and opinions on the service's value.
Review: Tomodachi Life: Living the DreamTomodachi Life: Living the Dream is a simulation game where players create Miis and observe their independent lives, leading to unpredictable and humorous interactions. The game features a real-world clock for daily check-ins and extensive customization options for Miis and island aesthetics. While it offers a unique and creative experience, repetition can set in over extended play, though it remains an entertaining sequel to the original.
Talking Point: What Are You Playing This Weekend? (2nd May)Several Nintendo staff members shared their weekend gaming plans, including playing demos for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Call of the Elder Gods. Other titles mentioned include Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, Pentiment, Blasphemous II, and Alien: Isolation. The article also notes the ongoing Golden Week holiday in Japan and a Pokémon YouTube channel's closure due to copyright strikes.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – May 2, 2026 – nothing is stopping Tomodachi Life: Living the DreamThe Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of May 2, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top spot. New download-only titles like Elementallis and Monster Crown: Sin Eater also made appearances in the top 30.
What we've been playing - "Meanwhile, Lara Croft and Breaking Bad's Walter White have just had their first child"Several individuals share their current gaming experiences, highlighting titles like the visually striking cyberpunk game Replaced, the co-op party game Heave Ho 2, and the MMORPG Old School RuneScape. Other games mentioned include Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, Elden Ring, Pokémon Leaf Green, and Deadlock.
Asus ROG Cetra Open wireless gaming earbuds are as comfortable as they are flashy, but the audio sadly misses the markThe Asus ROG Cetra Open Wireless Gaming Earbuds offer exceptional comfort and a flashy design, but their audio performance, particularly in bass and mid-range frequencies, falls short of expectations. While they are compatible with multiple platforms like the PlayStation 5, PC, and Nintendo Switch, and feature a convenient passthrough charging dongle, the sound quality does not justify the premium price point.- Famitsu software sales (4/20/26 – 4/26/26) – Top 30Famitsu has released its weekly Japanese software sales data for the period of April 20-26, 2026. Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream for Nintendo Switch topped the charts with 178,533 units sold. The data includes sales figures for both Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5 titles, with several new entries appearing in the top 30.