What is the latest Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream update, and what did each update change?
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream update history and patch notes
The latest version is Ver. 1.0.4, released July 22, 2026. Nintendo released four updates after launch: 1.0.1, 1.0.2, 1.0.3 and 1.0.4. The patch notes list bug fixes for save errors, crashes and progression blocks, not new content. To update, select the game on the HOME Menu and press + or –.
Steps
- Connect the console to the internet. On Nintendo Switch 2, go to System Settings > Internet > Internet Settings.
- On Nintendo Switch, go to Settings > Internet > Internet Settings. Select your network and do the connection test.
- On the HOME Menu, select the game icon, but do not start the game.
- Press the + Button or the – Button. The current version number shows under the title.
- Select Software Update, then select Via the Internet.
- Wait for the download to finish, then start the game.
Key facts
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Ver. 1.0.4 (July 22, 2026) | Fixes rare save corruption after Island Builder, a crash after you solve a Mii's concern, and poster display errors. |
| Ver. 1.0.3 (June 25, 2026) | Fixes progression blocks, a money display error, wrong day counts and cut-off lingo. Local play now blocks names with numbers. |
| Ver. 1.0.2 (May 14, 2026) | Fixes progression blocks, "save data is corrupted" errors, the wishing fountain, and item exchange in local play. |
| Ver. 1.0.1 (April 22, 2026) | General fixes. Nintendo did not list the details. |
| Ver. 1.0.0 (April 16, 2026) | Launch version. |
| Welcome Version demo | Latest demo version is Ver. 1.0.2 (April 30, 2026). |
Tips
- Turn on Software Auto-Updates. Then the console downloads new versions when it is online.
- Local play works only when both players have the same version. Update before you meet a friend.
- After Ver. 1.0.3, you cannot send Miis or creations in local play if the island or player name has numbers.
- The dates here come from Nintendo of America. Nintendo's UK page lists each update one day later.
Questions
What is the latest version of Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream?
Ver. 1.0.4, released July 22, 2026. Nintendo has not listed a newer version on its support page.
Does Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream get new content in updates?
Not so far. The patch notes for all four updates list bug fixes. Nintendo has not announced a content update.
Which update fixed the "save data is corrupted" error?
Ver. 1.0.2 fixed this error after a Mii confessed and after Miis began to live together. Ver. 1.0.4 fixed rare save corruption after Island Builder.
Why can't I send Miis in local play after the update?
Since Ver. 1.0.3, local play blocks sending if the island or player name has numbers or restricted text.
How do I update the Tomodachi Life demo?
Use the same steps on the Welcome Version icon. Your demo save data stays after the update.
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