AnathemicOne
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Satoru Iwata Has Passed Away
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Powerful stuff right here.
Beautiful. His perspective on gaming was so heartwarming.
A really beautiful eulogy. Wow. I'm not sure what words I could even use to describe such powerful words.
bumpkin
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I bought two, one of each color.Just a quick glance, I didn't see this posted yet, so...
ArtsyOmni (of the Smashified series) and Etika (of Etika World Network) have launched a TeeSpring campaign for a shirt based on the artwork Omni created shortly after Iwata's passing. 50% of their proceeds are going to the Child's Play and the other 50% to cancer research (undecided which charity at this time; they're asking for suggestions in the comments of their Youtube video detailing the campaign.) The campaign is active for 9 days and as of right now, there are no plans to continue it beyond this, so you'll be unable to order a shirt after this time period.
T-shirt comes in a black or blue variety and looks like this:
More info on the campaign found here: http://teespring.com/thank-you-iwata#pid=6&cid=619&sid=front
GoldenEye 007
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That Gamespot video was powerful. I couldn't help but think back to all of those experiences and joy I had due to Iwata's innovations and risk taking. Especially the Pokemon franchise, and the DS.
Edit: And went for the blue shirt.
Edit: And went for the blue shirt.
Muku
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That eulogy... wow. It left me speechless. I don't think I've seen someone say it so well. It's amazing to see these things. To show us that in all parts of his life he was this patient man. That it wasn't some facade. That's what makes this all the more difficult I think. One of a kind. It tears me up and I didn't even know the man. I can't imagine what it was like for his friends and family. He was just a beautiful soul inside and out. He won't be forgotten.
Fourth Storm
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Yup, a beautiful soul. I wish I had his patience and genuine kindness. I have to try harder. It's brutal that we've lost him as gamers. I can only imagine what this is actually like for the people that knew him.
That really struck the finality of it.
Satoru Iwata has passed away, and his legacy lived on. It was really the best that he will be remembered as the guy who wants to see the world smile.
time to pick up myself. Play games, have fun.
That was beautiful.
his pride when talking about the first time testers played Smash Bros is so genuine.
James Scott
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How did I not get that joke before?
Thaedolus
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Rösti
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A collage I put together. Quoted for size (8K resolution).
My heart bows before you, Mr. Iwata. Rest in peace.
My heart bows before you, Mr. Iwata. Rest in peace.
SmackAttack
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I can't believe I'm seeing these images. It's so surreal. Wish I could have gone and paid my respects. Maybe some day.Rösti;172171934 said:Some more photos (and the one already posted, here in slightly higher quality):
From Getty Images. Photos by Asahi Shimbun.
This is awesome. Wish I could buy one right now. Hopefully I can soon.Just a quick glance, I didn't see this posted yet, so...
ArtsyOmni (of the Smashified series) and Etika (of Etika World Network) have launched a TeeSpring campaign for a shirt based on the artwork Omni created shortly after Iwata's passing. 50% of their proceeds are going to the Child's Play and the other 50% to cancer research (undecided which charity at this time; they're asking for suggestions in the comments of their Youtube video detailing the campaign.) The campaign is active for 9 days and as of right now, there are no plans to continue it beyond this, so you'll be unable to order a shirt after this time period.
T-shirt comes in a black or blue variety and looks like this:
More info on the campaign found here: http://teespring.com/thank-you-iwata#pid=6&cid=619&sid=front
bumpkin
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Such a wonderful eulogy, fitting for iwata
Sir Ilpalazzo
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Ali Rapp posted a couple nice photos of the NoA facade memorial
Love the bananas in the middle, I think Iwata himself would've loved that and it would've brought a big smile to him, and the process a smile to all of us, definitely going miss seeing him in the directs, RIP Iwata
foxuzamaki
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Rösti;172171934 said:Some more photos (and the one already posted, here in slightly higher quality):
From Getty Images. Photos by Asahi Shimbun.
Oh my god....that's him...in that casket....I just cant believe he is in a casket....
I feel so weird. I made it through the (very well done) video but the stuff in front of the NoA sign gave me the waterworks.
I hope someday i get the chance to pay my respects.
NHarmonic.
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I have to join in and say: thank you Mr Iwata for all this amazing years of gaming.
May you rest in peace.
May you rest in peace.
That GameSpot video was really well done.
:'(
Very nice work.Rösti;172230038 said:
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Deleted member 17706
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I'm having trouble tracking down their source. Specifically the original Japanese. My Googles are failing me right now. Anyone able to help?
PlumCantaloupe
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Very well done. Thanks for sharing.
OldGangWarily
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Seeing that casket was a bit much for me ;_;
Does anybody found a copy of the eulogy in Japanese?
Does anybody found a copy of the eulogy in Japanese?
I got really emotional after watching this video, especially during the end of the video. My fiancee's brother died a month a half ago, so in this short period of time I've got enough these bad news, but life goes on. Still, it's surprising to see how a man I didn't even personally know, can affect me so much. Iwata really left a permanent mark in many of our lives.
I can't help but to think how hard this must be for Miyamoto and Takeda. They lost a great friend and colleague yet instead of mourning they must carry on the business as usual. Everything they do at work must remind them of Iwata since they're filling his role.
Fortunately at least Miyamoto is such a positive person that he'll get through anything.
semiregular
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So far I couldn't find the full eulogy as well. WSJ journalist Takashi Mochizuki tweeted some excerpts. I have no idea how to quote tweets so I just copy and paste them below.
There are so many moving stories and bits and pieces shared on Twitter by Iwata's old colleagues. My English and my Japanese are equally bad, but I'll try to see if I can translate some in my next post...
spazchicken
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He loved what he did and he did it to the end. We should all be so lucky.
DXLelouch153
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just finished Earthbound
RIP Iwata
RIP Iwata
me0wish
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This is the best thing I've ever seen GameSpot put out.
Santerestil
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I'm just returned from the holidays and I saw all these avatars in mourning...
RIP Mr. Iwata
RIP Mr. Iwata
Very powerful stuff in this eulogy.
Wow, that's very, very powerful. It must have been hard for Takeda-san.
Wonderful video.
Yeah, this video got me more than anything so far. Powerful and on point.
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Deleted member 17706
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Thanks for those tweets. I was looking for the original Japanese last night.
MDSVeritas
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Man, great tributes just keep coming. Goes to show how many people had care and respect for the man.
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