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Nintendo Switch's hidden tribute to Satoru Iwata is gaming's sweetest Easter Egg
Nintendo included a copy of NES Golf, complete with motion control support, in every Switch console.
Ben Skipper Sep 20, 2017
New Easter egg discovered in Nintendo classic Mike Tyson's Punch-Out after nearly 30 years
The newly discovered Easter egg lets you know exactly when to throw a knockout punch against Piston Honda and Bald Bull.
Hyacinth Mascarenhas Apr 11, 2016
GDC 2016 honours deceased Nintendo CEO Satoru Iwata with touching animated tribute
The touching three-minute animated video showcases Iwata's many contributions to the gaming industry.
Hyacinth Mascarenhas Mar 17, 2016
Satoru Iwata: DICE Awards to honour ex Nintendo president with posthumous lifetime achievement award
Iwata, who died in July 2015, to be honoured at awards ceremony in February.
Ben Skipper Jan 13, 2016
Nintendo: Satoru Iwata Amiibo figure raises $1,900 for charity on eBay
Custom-made commemorative Amiibo sells with all proceeds going to Child's Play.
Ben Skipper Oct 09, 2015
Nintendo president: Tatsumi Kimishima succeeds Satoru Iwata
Former Nintendo of America president takes the big job following untimely death of Satoru Iwata.
Ben Skipper Sep 14, 2015
Nintendo Direct won't end with Satoru Iwata's death according to job listing
Job listing reveals continued importance of Nintendo Direct to gaming giant.
Ben Skipper Sep 08, 2015
Nintendo President: Genyo Takeda will succeed Satoru Iwata claim analysts
Takeda is currently co-running the company alongside Shigeru Miyamoto.
Ben Skipper Jul 23, 2015
Satoru Iwata amiibo figure petition signed by thousands of Nintendo fans
Fans seem to agree a specially made amiibo would be a great tribute to Nintendo's departed leader.
Ben Skipper Jul 15, 2015
Satoru Iwata: Russian gamers leave flowers in tribute to Nintendo president outside Japanese Embassy
Russian Nintendo fans gather to pay respects to the company's late president.
Ben Skipper Jul 14, 2015
Miyamoto, Takeda, Shibata: Who will succeed Satoru Iwata as next Nintendo president?
A look at those who may succeed the late Satoru Iwata as Nintendo President.
Ben Skipper Jul 14, 2015
Playing Tribute: Honouring Nintendo's Satoru Iwata the only way I know how
His passing at the age of 55 has shocked the industry, but his life's work gives us the means to heal.
Ben Skipper Jul 13, 2015
Satoru Iwata: How Nintendo CEO changed gaming forever
IBTimes UK looks back at the life and legacy of the gaming industry icon.
Alfred Joyner Jul 13, 2015
Shigeru Miyamoto: I am overcome with sadness at Satoru Iwata's sudden death
Mario creator says the work that he and Iwata had began would continue following the Nintendo president's death
David Gilbert Jul 13, 2015
Satoru Iwata: His games offered childlike joy, raw delight and unadulterated pleasure
Nintendo's Iwata always put fun at the heart of his games, helping a generation of people get excited about the medium.
Edward Smith Jul 13, 2015
Satoru Iwata: Fans react to untimely death of Nintendo president
The man behind the hugely successful Nintendo Wii and DS consoles has passed away aged just 55.
David Gilbert Jul 13, 2015
Nintendo president and CEO Satoru Iwata dies from cancer
Iwata underwent surgery to remove growth in bile duct last year.
Rachel Middleton Jul 13, 2015
Nintendo NX: Iwata hints platform may replace both Wii U and 3DS
Is Nintendo's NX a single platform for handheld and home gaming?
Ben Skipper Jun 26, 2015
Nintendo president Satoru Iwata won't be attending E3 2015
Nintendo CEO not appearing in Los Angeles for the second year running.
Ben Skipper May 19, 2015
E3 2014: Reports of Nintendo's Death Have Been Greatly Exaggerated
Nintendo isn't going anywhere Ed Smith says, explaining that its E3 showing this week was just what the company needed
Edward Smith Jun 13, 2014
Nintendo Boss Cuts Salary to Save Jobs of Lower Paid Workers
Nintendo president Satoru Iwata takes half salary for five months as fellow execs cut pay by 20-30%, all in an effort to save jobs lower down the company.
Ben Skipper Jan 29, 2014
Japan's Nintendo Banking on Christmas Sales As Losses Mount
Firm confident of moving nine million Wii U units and 18 million 3DS devices this year.
M Rochan Oct 31, 2013