Anniversary: 10 Years After His Passing, Satoru Iwata's Thoughts Are More Relevant Than Ever

Sakurai honors Satoru Iwata and claims to be “putting all his heart” in Kirby Air Riders

This Thursday, July 11, Nintendo recalls a remarkable day in its history-with mixed emotions for fans. Exactly 22 years ago, Kirby Air Ride was released at GameCube in Japan. But the date has also scored a decade since the death of Satoru Iwata, former president of Nintendo and a key figure for the company. Masahiro Sakurai, known for creating acclaimed franchises such as Kirby and Super Smash Bros., went to social networks to honor Iwata and sh…

Masahiro Sakurai, Reggie Fils-Aimé remember Satoru Iwata on the 10th anniversary of his passing

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Reggie Fils-Aime, Masahiro Sakurai reflect on Satoru Iwata's passing 10 years later

Reggie Fils-Aime and Masahiro Sakurai have reflected on late Nintendo president Satoru Iwata, who passed away ten years ago. Iwata took over as Nintendo president in 2002. Sadly, in 2015, he passed away following complications from a bile duct tumor. Reggie spent many years working right alongside Iwata as he was formally the president of Nintendo of America. Reflecting on... The post Reggie Fils-Aime, Masahiro Sakurai reflect on Satoru Iwata’s …

Masahiro Sakurai Celebrates Satoru Iwata and Teases Kirby Air Riders!

Masahiro Sakurai did a special celebration of both his friend and his upcoming game for the Switch 2! Details here.

Sakurai “pouring his heart” into making Kirby Air Riders and commemorates Iwata’s passing

Nintendo developer Masahiro Sakurai has posted a short but sweet update on Kirby Air Riders for the Nintendo Switch 2 saying that he’s been “pouring his heart” into making the game the very best it can be. In the same message Mr. Sakurai acknowledged the late and great Nintendo president Satoru Iwata who sadly passed… Read More »Sakurai “pouring his heart” into making Kirby Air Riders and commemorates Iwata’s passing Source