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Shigeru Miyamoto Explains The Legend of Zelda Origins and the Role of the Famicom Disk System
Shigeru Miyamoto discusses how Western RPGs and the Famicom Disk System shaped The Legend of Zelda. Verified background on the game's 1986 debut, design goals, and...
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book: How Development Shifted from Nintendo Switch to Nintendo Switch 2
Inside the development of Yoshi and the Mysterious Book: Nintendo and Good-Feel reveal the project began on the original Nintendo Switch, moved to Nintendo Switch 2...
Nintendo Switch Discontinued in Europe 2027: Nintendo Confirms Continued Sales in North America and Japan
Nintendo confirms the original Nintendo Switch will be discontinued in Europe in early 2027 while remaining available in North America and Japan. Coverage includes...
Takashi Tezuka to Step Down as Nintendo Executive Officer in June 2026 but Will Remain as Producer
Nintendo veteran Takashi Tezuka will retire from his Executive Officer role in June 2026 but will continue at Nintendo as a producer, the company confirmed in a recent...
Nintendo Salary Increase 2026: Furukawa Clarifies Raises After Shareholders Meeting
Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa clarifies employee salary changes announced at the company's recent shareholders meeting, confirming a 10% base raise in April...
Nintendo Employee Growth: Company Adds 300+ Permanent Jobs in Fiscal 2025–2026
Nintendo increased its global headcount by more than 300 permanent employees in fiscal year April 2025–March 2026. Breakdown by region, tenure, and turnover rates...
Nintendo Raises Salaries 10% in Japan to Secure Workforce, President Furukawa Confirms
Nintendo president Shuntaru Furukawa announced a 10% base-salary increase in Japan to retain talent, with longtime developer Takashi Tezuka confirming he is not...
Takashi Tezuka Will Remain at Nintendo as 'Production Producer' After Retirement Announcement
Veteran Nintendo producer Takashi Tezuka told shareholders he will continue to work with the company as a production producer after announcing his retirement,...
Takashi Tezuka to Remain Producer at Nintendo After Stepping Down as Executive Officer
Veteran Nintendo developer Takashi Tezuka has stepped down as an executive officer but will remain at Nintendo as a producer, reflecting on 42 years with the company...
Takashi Tezuka Remains at Nintendo as Production Producer Following Executive Officer Exit
Takashi Tezuka has stepped down as an executive officer but will continue at Nintendo as a production producer, confirmed at the company's shareholders meeting. Senior...
Takashi Tezuka to Continue as Production Producer After Retiring as Nintendo Executive Officer
Longtime Nintendo developer Takashi Tezuka steps down as Executive Officer effective June 26, 2026, and will remain with Nintendo as a Production Producer. Overview of...
Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Review – Nintendo's Quirky Simulation Returns on Switch
Discover how Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream brings Nintendo's signature humor and creativity to the Nintendo Switch, offering endless laughs and customization for...
Celebrating 40 Years of The Legend of Zelda: Nintendo’s Genre-Defining Masterpiece Turns 40
The Legend of Zelda celebrates its 40th anniversary, marking four decades of innovation and influence in the gaming industry. Explore the series’ origins, legacy, and...
Super Mario’s Evolution: How Nintendo Drives Innovation in Gaming’s Most Iconic Franchise
Explore how Super Mario continues to evolve with new technology, as Nintendo’s legendary creators discuss the future of Mario and their commitment to innovation on the...
Super Mario at 40: Nintendo Legends Outline the Franchise's Path to 100 Years
Nintendo’s Shigeru Miyamoto, Takashi Tezuka, Koji Kondo, and Toshihiko Nakago discuss the enduring appeal and future vision for the Super Mario series as it celebrates...
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,...
Pauline’s Expanded Role in Donkey Kong Bananza: Nintendo Provides Insight on Character’s Age and Significance
Nintendo reveals Pauline's role and age in Donkey Kong Bananza, explaining the character's narrative impact in the new Nintendo Switch title.
Why Sonic Uses a Car in Racing Games: Sonic Team Explains the Choice for Nintendo Switch with Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds
Discover why Sonic races in a car rather than on foot, as explained by Team Sonic's Takashi Tezuka, ahead of the Nintendo Switch release of Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds.
Mario Power-Up Mushrooms: Mario Kart World Devs Confirm How Mario Uses Them
Mario Kart World developers officially clarify how Mario uses power-up mushrooms, with a statement from legendary producer Takashi Tezuka. Discover the origins of this...
Mario Kart World Devs Reveal Innovations and Expansive Features for Nintendo Switch 2 Launch
Discover how the Mario Kart World developers crafted a vibrant, interconnected world with innovative gameplay and design elements for the Nintendo Switch 2.
Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Makes History as First Zelda Game Without Shigeru Miyamoto in Credits
Nintendo's latest release, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, marks a series milestone as the first Zelda game without creator Shigeru Miyamoto mentioned in the...
Super Mario Bros. Wonder: Why Yoshi’s Egg-Throwing Mechanic Was Cut During Development
Discover why Nintendo decided to cut Yoshi's classic egg-throwing mechanic from Super Mario Bros. Wonder, as explained by producer Takashi Tezuka.
FLUDD Origins: How Super Mario Sunshine's GameCube Controls Shaped the Iconic Water Pack
Newly translated 2002 interviews reveal how Super Mario Sunshine's FLUDD was inspired by the GameCube controller and internal debate at Nintendo about Mario using...
Splatoon Co-Director Tsubasa Sakaguchi and Nintendo Legends Surprise Interview: An Exclusive Nintendo Life Moment
Nintendo Life’s resident musician Ryan Craddock experiences a once-in-a-lifetime surprise during an interview with Splatoon co-director Tsubasa Sakaguchi, as Shigeru...