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How Satoru Iwata’s Internal Push Helped Animal Crossing: New Leaf — Ex-Nintendo PR Ashley Day Reveals
Former Nintendo PR manager Ashley Day recounts how late president Satoru Iwata encouraged staff to play Animal Crossing: New Leaf ahead of launch, a move Day says...
Satoru Iwata Asked Nintendo Europe to Play Animal Crossing: New Leaf Daily
Former Nintendo UK PR manager details how late president Satoru Iwata ordered Nintendo Europe staff to play Animal Crossing: New Leaf ahead of its 2013 launch, helping...
Rhythm Heaven Groove: Tsunku Reflects on His Return to Nintendo and the Series' Comeback
Composer Tsunku discusses returning to the Rhythm Heaven series with Rhythm Heaven Groove on Nintendo Switch, his health battle during Megamix's development, and...
Satoru Iwata on Layoffs: Lessons from the Nintendo 3DS Era for Today's Games Industry
GamesRadar revisits Satoru Iwata's 2013 comments on layoffs and morale during the Nintendo 3DS downturn, and what developers and publishers can learn amid recent...
Wii U failed: Reggie Fils-Aimé on product cadence, NES/SNES Classic and the road to Nintendo Switch
Former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé reflects on why the Wii U underperformed, the role of NES/SNES Classic devices, and how those lessons informed...
Satoru Iwata's Early Challenges at HAL Laboratory: Insights from Richard Honeywood
Discover how Satoru Iwata navigated adversity during his tenure at HAL Laboratory, as revealed by developer Richard Honeywood in a candid interview about Nintendo's...
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The Forgotten Precursor to Splatoon: Nintendo's Lost 64DD Water-Fight Game Revealed
Discover the little-known history behind Nintendo's early water-fight game for the canceled 64DD, a project overseen by Satoru Iwata and Shigeru Miyamoto, and its...
Uncovering Nintendo's Lost Water-Fight Shooter: The Forgotten 64DD Project That Preceded Splatoon
Explore the untold story of a water-balloon based shooter developed for Nintendo's 64DD, led by Satoru Iwata and Shigeru Miyamoto, years before Splatoon became a hit.
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Shigeru Miyamoto Revealed as a Fan of Samba de Amigo: Insights from Satoru Iwata
Nintendo legend Shigeru Miyamoto is known for creating iconic franchises, but new insights from Satoru Iwata and Satoshi Okano highlight his appreciation for the...
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Ask Iwata English Paperback Edition Announced for Summer 2026 by VIZ Media
VIZ Media brings Satoru Iwata's insights to a broader audience with the upcoming English paperback release of Ask Iwata in summer 2026. The collection, originally...
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Former Nintendo Developer Motoi Okamoto Reveals Hands-On Game Development Culture
Motoi Okamoto shares insights on Nintendo's decision-making process and the company's hands-on approach to implementing and playtesting new game ideas.
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Animal Crossing: How Nintendo Localized a Global Phenomenon from Dōbutsu no Mori to New Horizons Success
Discover the fascinating history behind the localization of Animal Crossing, how Nintendo overcame unique challenges in adapting Dōbutsu no Mori for Western audiences,...
Reggie Fils-Aime and Masahiro Sakurai Honor Satoru Iwata: 10 Years Since Nintendo Legend’s Passing
A decade after Nintendo president Satoru Iwata's passing, Reggie Fils-Aime and Masahiro Sakurai reflect on his enduring legacy and their shared history at Nintendo,...
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Masahiro Sakurai Shares Kirby Air Riders Update and Heartfelt Tribute to Satoru Iwata
Kirby Air Riders developer Masahiro Sakurai provides an update on the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 game while honoring the legacy of the late Satoru Iwata, marking the...
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Remembering Satoru Iwata: 10 Years Since Nintendo’s Visionary Leader Passed Away
A decade after Satoru Iwata's passing, we reflect on his lasting impact on Nintendo, the video game industry, and beloved platforms like the Nintendo Switch.
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Satoru Iwata's Enduring Legacy: 10 Years After the Visionary Nintendo President's Passing
Marking a decade since Satoru Iwata's passing, we reflect on the legendary Nintendo leader's lasting influence on the gaming industry, the Nintendo Switch, and the...
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Nintendo Switch 2: Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Reflects on Iwata's Legacy and Next-Gen Console Innovations
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang joins Nintendo for a special 'Creator’s Voice' ahead of the Switch 2 launch, honoring Satoru Iwata and detailing the hybrid console's new...
Nvidia CEO Highlights Nintendo Switch 2's Cutting-Edge Mobile Graphics
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang discusses the collaborative innovation between Nvidia and Nintendo, praising the Nintendo Switch 2 for achieving unprecedented graphics...
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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Praises Nintendo Switch 2 for Realizing Iwata's Vision
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang commends the Nintendo Switch 2 for fulfilling Satoru Iwata's vision of a powerful, portable console, marking a significant milestone for...
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Nintendo Switch 2 Custom Processor: How Nvidia’s T239 Chip Ushers in the Next Era for Nintendo
Explore how the Nintendo Switch 2’s custom Nvidia T239 processor sets a new benchmark for portable gaming ahead of the console’s release.
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FromSoftware President Hidetaka Miyazaki Reflects on Satoru Iwata’s Legacy Amid Industry Layoffs
FromSoftware president Hidetaka Miyazaki honors former Nintendo president Satoru Iwata's leadership philosophy, pledging job security for his team amidst widespread...
Remastered Satoru Iwata Interview Unveils Insights on Nintendo 'Revolution' and Shigeru Miyamoto
A newly remastered 2004 interview sheds light on former Nintendo CEO Satoru Iwata’s vision for the Nintendo DS, Wii, and his thoughts on Shigeru Miyamoto and the...
Satoru Iwata's Pivotal Role in Accelerating Pokémon Gold and Silver Development Revealed
Discover how former Nintendo president Satoru Iwata refined Pokémon Gold and Silver by optimizing its code, improving immersion, and expanding the game's world on the...
Ask Iwata: Words of Wisdom Illuminates Satoru Iwata’s Enduring Legacy at Nintendo
A detailed review of 'Ask Iwata: Words of Wisdom from Satoru Iwata, Nintendo’s Legendary CEO', exploring the book’s insights on leadership, innovation, and the...
Netflix's Cancelled Star Fox Claymation Series: The Untold Nintendo Adaptation Story
Discover the story behind the cancelled Star Fox claymation series planned by CollegeHumor and Nintendo, and how leaks about a Netflix Legend of Zelda adaptation led...
Dragon Quest XI S on Nintendo Switch: Developers Recall Satoru Iwata’s Early Request
Square Enix developers say late Nintendo president Satoru Iwata urged them to bring Dragon Quest XI to the platform that became Nintendo Switch. Read the verified...
Yoot Saito’s Role in Inspiring Nintendo 3DS StreetPass and the Unseen Mario Motors Project
Renowned Japanese game creator Yoot Saito inspired the Nintendo 3DS StreetPass feature and collaborated with the company on the unreleased Mario Motors prototype....
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Review – Revolutionizing the Zelda Franchise on Nintendo Switch and Wii U
An in-depth, SEO-optimized review of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild for Nintendo Switch and Wii U, covering gameplay innovation, story structure, visuals, and...
How Nintendo Switch Revolutionized Gaming: Hardware Innovation and Market Impact
Explore how the Nintendo Switch's innovative hybrid design transformed gaming, influenced developers, and achieved commercial success.
Nintendo and Capcom Announce Special Collaboration for Monster Hunter 4 on Nintendo 3DS
Nintendo and Capcom are set to reveal an exclusive collaboration timed with the launch of Monster Hunter 4 for Nintendo 3DS, teased by Satoru Iwata. Details and...
Nintendo Wii U Sales Reach 3 Million Units: Q3 2013 Financial Results Highlight
Nintendo's third quarter financial results reveal Wii U global sales figures, software milestones, and adjustments to projections for the fiscal year.
Nintendo Announces New Pokémon Products for Nintendo 3DS and Wii
Nintendo has confirmed plans to develop and release additional Pokémon products for both the Nintendo 3DS and Wii platforms, expanding their commitment to the iconic...