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[1st Course]

wow talk about unexpected news

RIP

 

[dyergram]

Holy shit.


Rip.

 

[hodgy100]

RIP Mr. Iwata

 

[Tokieda]

This is the first time that something gaming-related has affected me personally. I'm at a loss for words.

Rest in peace.

 

[BLACK AMERICAN PSYCHO]

Out if fucking nowhere, what the fuck

 

[Devildoll]

Just 55 years old?
Such a shame, this really is sad.

 

[JMTHEFOX]

What the fuck?! He died today?! FOR REAL?! But that's impossible!

My condolences to his friends and family, may he truly rest in piece.

 

[StayDead]

I think I'm going to watch this Game Center CX tomorrow in remembrance. He come across as someone who really did love games. Not only did he enjoy creating them, but also playing them. He really was a gem in the industry and certainly one of a kind.

 

[josecitoxnyo]

Please add this to the OP.

“On my business card, I am a corporate president. In my mind, I am a game developer. But in my heart, I am a gamer” - Satoru Iwata, GDC 2005

 

[Goose_7]

This is really sad news. Super rote, but RIP.

 

[Scott667]

While Nintendo has had some ups and downs under his leadership, this is such a tragic thing to hear. It's hard to imagine how Nintendo will move forward without him. RIP Satoru Iwata.

 

[Grampa Simpson]

Tearing up here.

 

[GDGF]

I am in fucking shock.

The Yamauchi news was expected at some point. The man was ancient.

Iwata was only 55.

This industry was blessed to have a man like Iwata as a participant.

May he rest in peace.

 

[Jinfash]

Holy shit. I had no idea he was in this bad of a health state. RIP.

Wow.

 

[Drake]

So sad. Only 55 years old.

RIP Mr Iwata

 

[JCV]

What the fuck

RIP

 

[uberluigi]

No way!? I'm fucking shocked, thought he was getting better... RIP you will be greatly missed.

 

[Broken Joystick]

I put it in the OP, but my favourite quote:

“On my business card, I am a corporate president. In my mind, I am a game developer. But in my heart, I am a gamer.”

 

[Mistake]

That's awful. I didn't know he was sick either. Goodbye Iwata Thank you for everything.

 

[KDC720]

I knew he was having some health problems as of late but this is completely unexpected.

RIP Mr. Iwata

 

[Firemind]

what the actual fuck

 

[Sneaky Gato]

Rest In Peace Iwata. A great man who contributed much to the industry. You will be missed by family, friends, and those who knew him. My prayers for them.

 

[NeptunePirate]

This is so completely unexpected. I have no words right now.

 

[Kumo]

WTF NO WAY

WHAT

 

[eyeball_kid]

This is awful. I didn't know he was being treated for a tumor, I thought he was recovering. I am shocked.

Has Nintendo been making arrangements for a successor? I assume the inner circle had to know how serious his illness was.

 

[EnlightenedMint]

Holy shit, so sad, RIP.

 

[wild wild rice]

Wow, RIP. Much, much respect to the man.

Fuck. Let's hope the next person in charge cares about games as deeply as Iwata. He made a lot of great things happen over the years.

 

[GloriousBagel]

Damn... RIP he was a great dude

 

[checkeredknight]

Will miss him in the directs so much. RIP. :'(

 

[Kevin.]

No!

I know Nintendo has been getting a lot of criticism lately, but there's no denying this man practically helped built Nitendo into what it is today along with his influence in the video game industry overall.

RIP Mr. Iwata

 

[Voysa Reezun]

55 is just too young. Awful news. I was excited to see where he might lead Nintendo. I am deeply sorry for his family.

 

[Stranger In The Alps]

Rest in peace, Iwata. You will be dearly missed. Nintendo have gotten me through some tough times in my life. I will remember you and all the experiences your company have given me

 

[B2B50]

RIP Iwata

If only this was a troll thread.

 

[Tobe]

WTF end of an era holy shit im just i have no words for this RIP

 

[kirby_fox]

The only thing I can think of to say is RIP...I'm too flabbergasted right now to think straight.

 

[Doctor Shatner]

Wow, I can't believe it, rest in peace Mr. Iwata, 55 is too young

 

[Japanmanx3]

GAF I'm not responding well to this at all smh....jeez...we knew he was sick but I thought he was getting better...wow. Just wow.

 

[Chronicjihad]

So sudden. Sucks.

Rest in peace. He was an awesome CEO for the most part.

 

[Small Mailman]

I am seriously at a loss for words..

RIP Mr.Iwata

Thank you for everything

 

[Zombine]

Wow what an illustrious career and brilliant mind. He stuck by his career until the end. RIP Iwata.

 

[NoFoX]

Farewell!

 

[Cormano]

Holy shit, so sudden.

 

[thestopsign]

Holy shit. A legend has passed. RIP

 

[LiquidSolid]

WTF. I saw this thread and figured it was another dumb joke like that Trinen thing a couple months ago. Never expected it to be true.

RIP Iwata.

 

[PorygonVandal]

Rest in Peace Mr. Iwata

 

[badb0y]

No way man... RIP... I was not expecting this, I damn near dropped my phone when I read the thread title.

 

[akileese]

Holy crap now what's gonna happen with Nintendo? who will be the new CEO now!? Miyamoto???

Maybe Shibata? I honestly have no idea. Everyone on the board of directors is incredibly old. It won't be Miyamoto. He's 62 and too ingrained on the creative side of things. Aside from Shibata, I cannot think of anyone else. NOE has had a very solid turnaround under his leadership.

 

[Kriken]

Thanks

 

[JDHarbs]

just...wow. out of nowhere.

 

[Kazerei]

I guess his health problems have been mentioned a few times, but this is really sudden. RIP.