Famitsu readers have voted Nintendo the No. 1 game developer in a recent popularity poll, according to translations published by Nintendo Everything.
The result placed Nintendo ahead of other major Japanese developers including Square Enix, Capcom, Atlus and FromSoftware.
Nintendo responded with an official message thanking fans and Famitsu for their continued support.
Nintendo’s statement — released following the poll — emphasized the company’s commitment to originality and its long history in the industry.
Paraphrasing Nintendo’s message: the company expressed gratitude for being chosen as the top “Game Developer I Like,” and said it was pleased that flagship series such as Mario and The Legend of Zelda resonated with readers.
The firm noted that since the launch of the Famicom in 1983 it has worked to introduce many people to video games, and it thanked Famitsu for helping keep customers engaged over the years.
In further remarks, Nintendo reiterated that while technology and the development environment have evolved, the company has maintained “originality” as a guiding principle.
It said this focus has driven experimentation, learning and the creation of entertainment intended to bring smiles to players’ faces.
Nintendo added that it will continue to pursue projects that deliver unique experiences only the company can produce and asked for ongoing support from its audience.
The Famitsu poll result underlines Nintendo’s enduring profile in Japan’s gaming culture, built on decades of platform and franchise milestones.
Nintendo’s hardware history includes the Famicom (NES) debut in 1983 and more recently the Nintendo Switch, which launched on March 3, 2017 and remains a core platform for the company’s software releases and eShop distribution.
Iconic franchises such as Mario and The Legend of Zelda have been central to Nintendo’s identity and remain major draws across consoles, digital storefronts and Nintendo Direct presentations.
As industry observers track developer rankings and fan sentiment, Nintendo’s statement serves as a reminder of the company’s legacy and continued focus on distinct, first-party entertainment.
The company thanked readers and Famitsu for their vote and indicated it aims to keep contributing to the gaming landscape with the same ethos that has defined its work since the Famicom era.
The result placed Nintendo ahead of other major Japanese developers including Square Enix, Capcom, Atlus and FromSoftware.
Nintendo responded with an official message thanking fans and Famitsu for their continued support.
Nintendo’s statement — released following the poll — emphasized the company’s commitment to originality and its long history in the industry.
Paraphrasing Nintendo’s message: the company expressed gratitude for being chosen as the top “Game Developer I Like,” and said it was pleased that flagship series such as Mario and The Legend of Zelda resonated with readers.
The firm noted that since the launch of the Famicom in 1983 it has worked to introduce many people to video games, and it thanked Famitsu for helping keep customers engaged over the years.
In further remarks, Nintendo reiterated that while technology and the development environment have evolved, the company has maintained “originality” as a guiding principle.
It said this focus has driven experimentation, learning and the creation of entertainment intended to bring smiles to players’ faces.
Nintendo added that it will continue to pursue projects that deliver unique experiences only the company can produce and asked for ongoing support from its audience.
The Famitsu poll result underlines Nintendo’s enduring profile in Japan’s gaming culture, built on decades of platform and franchise milestones.
Nintendo’s hardware history includes the Famicom (NES) debut in 1983 and more recently the Nintendo Switch, which launched on March 3, 2017 and remains a core platform for the company’s software releases and eShop distribution.
Iconic franchises such as Mario and The Legend of Zelda have been central to Nintendo’s identity and remain major draws across consoles, digital storefronts and Nintendo Direct presentations.
As industry observers track developer rankings and fan sentiment, Nintendo’s statement serves as a reminder of the company’s legacy and continued focus on distinct, first-party entertainment.
The company thanked readers and Famitsu for their vote and indicated it aims to keep contributing to the gaming landscape with the same ethos that has defined its work since the Famicom era.
