Five years ago my boss, mentor and friend
#SatoruIwata
passed away. His words and creations touched so many of us. I continue to think about him every day.
Last of my retirement events was last night. Received some wonderful gifts and souvenirs. Yes, that is a working Virtual Boy. Art from Retro Studios. Notebook for names taken. A plastic ass to kick. A book of notes from employees. And a Mario statue. End of an era.
I guess he received his invitation.... So happy to welcome
@reggie
back to
#TheGameAwards
on Thursday night as a presenter! He keeps up his perfect attendance record!
When the ill-informed are being critical of the gaming industry and community, this is a very powerful story. The facts are that countries with high per capita gaming revenue have fewer gun-shooting deaths. Except the US, where 4% of the population own 43% of the guns.
Last time. My most touching gift. Given to me by David Young
@NintendoAmerica
— aka
@MusicBankRefuge
His Iwata amiibo made by
@MissGandaKris
Now proudly next to my Regginator amiibo. All I need is a custom Miyamoto amiibo and the gang is complete. T-shirt from
@Official_GDC
2007
Thank you for all the positive comments about my speech. Video games are a force for good and a force for fun. I will always be an ambassador for this industry that I love.
We are saddened to hear about the passing of Kazuhisa Hashimoto, a deeply talented producer who first introduced the world to the "Konami Code".
Our thoughts are with Hashimoto-san's family and friends at this time. Rest In Peace.
The Legend of
#Zelda
:
#TearsOfTheKingdom
has sold over 10 million copies worldwide in its first three days, becoming the fastest-selling game in the history of the Legend of Zelda series.
Thanks to those already enjoying Link’s latest adventure!
“I don't know what you want. What I do have are a very particular set of skills, skills I have acquired over a very long career, skills that make me a nightmare for people like you.”
Thanks for following along in this new-style Reggie Direct. Keep an eye out for future videos on a range of topics important to me. Now, I need to get back to playing Animal Crossing.
We would also like to thank
@NintendoAmerica
for their support of
@Reggie
's induction into the International Video Game Hall of Fame with this montage video. It show cases the many characteristics that have made us all come to love Reggie over the years.
On this date the original
#MarioBros
. launched as an arcade game in Japan. In addition to playing as Mario, the game introduced arcade players to Luigi. Happy 37th Birthday Mario and Luigi!
5 years ago this week,
@Reggie
announced to fans in a video that he would retire as president of Nintendo of America.
His final day as president was April 15, 2019.
This is GREAT! This touches so many of my favorite memories. Time spent with Mr. Iwata and Mr. Miyamoto. And the Wii Mii-Maker music! So well done. Thank you!
So been working on this for a little while, a 3D tribute to
#Nintendo
, Shigeru Miyamoto,
@Reggie
Fils-Aime, and the late Satoru Iwata, for all the amazing gaming memories. Used
#magicavoxel
for the caricatures and
#Blender3d
for the turntable
Can't believe I failed to acknowledge the 15th anniversary of launching the Wii console. Lifetime sales over 100 million units ... genre-busting games like Wii Sports and Wii Fit. My personal favorite Zelda Twilight Princess. Overall, the best selling system in its generation.
The TriForce is finally together! Thank you
@MissGandaKris
Just in time for today’s
@IntnlVGHOF
ceremony where I’ll be honored with the Walter Day Lifetime Achievement Award!
On this
#MarioDay
a special shout out to the
@Nintendo
developers who have made
#Mario
shine through the ages. Miyamoto-san, Tezuka-san, Takahashi-san and Eguchi-san. “Let’s-a go!”
Delivered my keynote address in Berlin on innovation and leadership. “The Innovator’s Rulebook For Breaking The Rules” Leverages all my past experiences. Great crowd and wonderful reaction.
Proud to announce I will deliver the 2019 Commencement Address for
@RinglingCollege
of Art and Design. This leading institution for the fine arts is graduating world class creators on May 9. Look for live stream details to come.
Was out walking around Lindor’s Brow and found a new 4/4/5 horse! Well, I am not really in BOTW, but I did come upon a beautiful horse during my walk today!
What do I have in common with Bakugan, Hatchimals, PAW Patrol, GUND, Air Hogs, Sago Mini and Kinetic Sand? Answer: I am joining the board of Spin Master Corp. -- an innovative force in the global toy industry. A new way to make life more fun!
Thanks to the team
@HermanMiller
and the over 23,000 petitioners, I am getting a fully loaded Aeron chair for my home office! Will send photos when it arrives!
Nothing can keep me away! What
#TheGameAwards
category should I present? Tell me your ideas and who should win in that category! Tune in Thursday to see what happens!
It wouldn't be
#TheGameAwards
without him. We're excited to welcome back
@Reggie
Fils-Aime as a presenter for video game's biggest night, streaming live around the world next Thursday night!
Seeing Bald Eagles on this
#MemorialDay
. Symbolic. Thanking all those who serve, especially those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Photo credit to Stacey Sanner.
This is a program I pushed forward and miss that I wasn’t there for.
@GirlsMakeGames
is a great program exposing STEAM skills to our youth. Well done
@NintendoAmerica
!
Inspired by the creativity of
@GirlsMakeGames
campers here
@NintendoAmerica
. They gave me a sneak peek at the games they’re designing, and even taught me some level design tricks with their custom
#SuperMarioMaker2
levels!