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[deletethis123]

This hits home real hard. I can't believe he's gone, I was looking forward to him on the next direct but now he won't be there.

 

[doraemoe]

I can't F***ing believe it!

R.I.P.

 

[Astarte]

I just can't

 

[Rajack]

The bombs no longer fall, gaming has gone silent... ;-;

 

[DoubleYou]

Holy shit, what?
Rest in peace.

 

[jholmes]

The Game Center CX special where he plays Balloon Fight with Arino is just awesome.

I'm not the type to make posts like these, but anyone wanting to relive some memories of Iwata would do well to watch this if they haven't seen it. It's funny and Iwata talks about some of the neat programming things he did on Balloon Fight way, way back when.

 

[Sgt.Pepper]

Here is a scaled down version for avatars, with a white glow to detach it from the background. And the original. It's quick and dirty.

Can I get this added to my avatar? Thank you.

 

[Syrus]

Terrible news, RIP

 

[Aaronrules380]

I saw this on another site and had to do a double take. RIP Iwata. I really liked him as Nintendo's leader and am really sad to see him gone. Hopefully whoever replaces him at the job will do a great job

 

[akidnamededdy]

What the fuck

 

[suddenlyissoon]

Unreal.

 

[r4z4]

RIP Mr Iwata

 

[Mass Effect]

wow I can't believe this.

 

[Videoneon]

Very sad. He had so much more he wanted to give.

 

[TheBaronOfNA]

Holy hell. Rest in peace.

 

[Colonel Mustard]

I'm geuinely upset. I literally feel sad right now...he was way too young. Way too genuine to be a CEO...

Fuck...FUCK.

 

[saturnine]

what...? no...

 

[HomerSimpson-Man]

What the hell is this?!

No damn way. I'm having a real hard time believing this.

Just out of no where.

 

[ColossalLazy]

Out of nowhere. Cant believe it.

RIP

 

[soxxx]

When I read it first I thought Miyamoto died, but damn Iwata? he was so young.

 

[Kenclops]

In his honor, I shall play Balloon Fight.

 

[xewind]

Really sad news. Did not think his health issues where this bad. RIP Mr. Iwata.

 

[AlphaStriker]

Wow this is so sad, he was so young too. I'm going to be really sad the next time there's a Nintendo Direct.

 

[Athreous]

RIP and thank you for letting us enjoy and have fun with the great vision that you had with games =(

 

[EchoChamber]

wait what but how?

 

[Gren]

Shocking, it seemed so sudden. RIP.

 

[TheChits]

A true legend. Rest in peace

 

[Saint Gregory]

Fuck cancer.

RIP.

I've never been sadder while fixing a quote. So gutted right now.

 

[bomb]

RIP

 

[IronChef]

NO......

This one hits hard. =(

R.I.P mario man.

 

[Converse]

I am positively gutted. I have always stood by Mr. Iwata as Nintendo's leader -- it warmed my heart that the company was led by a creative rather than a suit. He always struck me as immensely thoughtful, deliberate and as innovative as he was humble. Listening to Iwata, I got the sense of a man who genuinely cared about the work that came from the company he led. This man contributed greatly to works such as EarthBound, Kirby, Super Smash Bros., Pokemon, the Wii, the DS series and the Wii U, not to mention his contributions to creative, straightforward, and intelligent communication, as he spearheaded projects such as Iwata Asks, Nintendo Direct and the transition into a digital E3. Video games owe him more than many folks might realize, and I consider the man a genius in his way.

Now that he's gone, it's the first time in more than 25 years as a fan that I worry for Nintendo's future. His was a steady and mindful guiding hand, and he will be missed. Immensely missed, as a leader and as a person.

My heart goes out to those close to him. He had so many more years to contribute.

 

[Tribes of Trusty]

RIP.

I'll miss his video appearances and Iwata Asks interviews.

 

[exmachina64]

wait what but how?

Esophageal cancer.

 

[OptimusLime]

Ill remember him for his amazing work over the years, especially at HAL Lab.

 

[FirmBizBws]

RIP

 

[LordBaztion]

Whoa, what a shocking way to wake up.
RIP I Iwata-san.

 

[NightOnyx]

Extremely sad news! The man was a legend and helped shape the video game industry that I love so much. Tough to hear about his passing, especially with him still being so young. I am thankful for all he has done though, he truly was a genius.

 

[JoeInky]

x(

That was sent to the treehouse to say thanks for E3, it's not the get well soon card we (/v/) sent to Iwata when he was in hospital.


I don't think that card was ever actually acknowledged.

 

[BocoDragon]

RIP ... He was such a nice man

 

[Saro]

Here is a scaled down version for avatars, with a white glow to detach it from the background. And the original. It's quick and dirty.

Can someone do mine as well?

 

[Sain Drevia]

Wow, what a shame. Life can really throw you through a loop sometimes. RIP Mr. Iwata.

 

[Shinypogs]

I hope it was painless and that his soul finds whatever resting place he may have believed in.

 

[10k]

Legendary gifs to remember him by.

 

[fastmower]

Game Center CX - Balloon Fight

If you haven't seen this, you should watch it.

That was super entertaining! Thanks for sharing.

 

[vagabondarts]

This is really hitting me hard.

 

[Dark-VIII]

And on my birthday too
worst birthday ever

R.I.P Iwata
end of an era

 

[n8]

Much respect for Iwata.

RIP

 

[richd_3]

Farewell to one of the people who helped define one of the great passions in my life.

This really hurts.

 

[The Technomancer]

Oh no

Rest in peace

I guess his health really was that bad huh?

 

[The Blackrose]

Good night Iwata.

This room... just got really fucking dusty.