HUELEN10 said:http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=171733528&postcount=803
I made this post over a year ago, and it made it into a poster which Mr Iwata received at the hospital when he was recovering last year, a poster that many of us took part in, from the bottom of our hearts. It might not be appropriate to put this in the other thread, so I will say it here out of respect; Mr. Iwata knew that no matter what critics or shareholders said, there were people all over the world that genuinely believed in him and cared about his well-being; he never doubted himself yet acted with respect and humbleness (Man cut his paycheck in half). He was a leader in every sense of the word.HUELEN10 said:http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=118867694&postcount=584
We play because it's Nintendo, it's Nintendo because it's Iwata.
When you are in a position with high stakes, it's hard to shake everything off, but every kind thought and word can help someone get through it. Mr. Iwata bounced back as much as he could, and was responsible for a lot of great things in the last year of his life, including making the company profitable once more. In an industry filled with drama, tension, politics, and cynics, it's important to know that the people involved are REAL people; they laugh, they cry, they live, and yes, they die. May there always be room in it for kind words, love, and respect. Mr. Iwata will be missed and is missed, and the industry needs more people like him.
I took Iwata's Mii on a trip through some Wii U and 3DS games to honour him yesterday. Here's a few of the pictures I took;
I took Iwata's Mii on a trip through some Wii U and 3DS games to honour him yesterday. Here's a few of the pictures I took;
There's a 1000 post limit, which they reached within an hour.I wanted to comment on the "Iwata condolences" thread on miiverse and it just doesn't let me, neither on my new n3DS (comment button does nothing) nor on the webpage ("Add a Comment: You cannot comment on this post."). Then again, I'm a bloody miiverse newb and am probably doing it wrong. Still, sad.
Last year I did some studying on how Japanese culture views death. One thing I remember is that death is not seen as an ending, but a new beginning. There is a strong belief that the deceased can continue to influence events from outside the mortal world. It's as if transitioning to a higher state of being. I personally am not a very spiritual person, but I do find solace in thinking that Mr. Iwata is exactly the type of person I'd hope this to be true for.
Last year I did some studying on how Japanese culture views death. One thing I remember is that death is not seen as an ending, but a new beginning. There is a strong belief that the deceased can continue to influence events from outside the mortal world. It's as if transitioning to a higher state of being. I personally am not a very spiritual person, but I do find solace in thinking that Mr. Iwata is exactly the type of person I'd hope this to be true for.
Last year I did some studying on how Japanese culture views death. One thing I remember is that death is not seen as an ending, but a new beginning. There is a strong belief that the deceased can continue to influence events from outside the mortal world. It's as if transitioning to a higher state of being. I personally am not a very spiritual person, but I do find solace in thinking that Mr. Iwata is exactly the type of person I'd hope this to be true for.
There's a 1000 post limit, which they reached within an hour.
Lol that first reply.
I love the idea of Iwata being named CEO and his first thought after leaving is "Wait...do I get paid more? I should ask, right?"
Come to think of it, I can't remember when was the first time I saw Iwata. He was always kind of there in everything Nintendo-related. He blended into my gaming memories so well and I feel weird now.
Look at how much joy he got out of delivering this line: https://youtu.be/IMedqo8mLaQ?t=5m45s
I took Iwata's Mii on a trip through some Wii U and 3DS games to honour him yesterday. Here's a few of the pictures I took;
I really like this. I'm gonna remember him like that.The Willy Wonka of the video game world
I took Iwata's Mii on a trip through some Wii U and 3DS games to honour him yesterday. Here's a few of the pictures I took;
WonderfulI took Iwata's Mii on a trip through some Wii U and 3DS games to honour him yesterday. Here's a few of the pictures I took;
Quoting this from the thread I made last year, which has since been locked. Just wanted to add, I thought about your exact sentence this morning HUELEN10, as I was having breakfast. I remember framing it and adding it to the final poster just as I was putting the finishing touches on everything.
Even at the time when you suggested it, it stood out to me as an exceptional description of Iwata's importance to this industry. I hope he will continue to be remembered as the man who helped shape the company that helped shape gaming for generations to come.
edit: here's a link to the final images for those interested in taking a trip down memory lane:
I really like this. I'm gonna remember him like that.
This was a really special thing from GAF to Iwata and I hope it made him smile. I'm also very happy to have been included. It was a sweet gesture and I hope it wasn't wasted on him.
You're able to play as Mii in NSMBU in Challenge Mode and Boost Rush Mode and in NSLU in the level Superstar Road-9 Flying Squirrel Ovation.That is so sweet. What is this last image from with the Iwata Mii in a Mario course?
Just rematched some of the older directs, and it's just hard to believe he's gone.
Just really hard.
New message posted on Nintendo's facebook page:
That picture <3
Nice that they responded to the fans' outpouring of support and a very heartfelt message overall. The people working there must have it rough too
Nintendo without Iwata is not the same.I put this up on Miiverse last night..
I still can't believe it - Iwata is the face of Nintendo for me. More so than Mario.
You're able to play as Mii in NSMBU in Challenge Mode and Boost Rush Mode and in NSLU in the level Superstar Road-9 Flying Squirrel Ovation.
New message posted on Nintendo's facebook page:
That picture <3
Nice that they responded to the fans' outpouring of support and a very heartfelt message overall. The people working there must have it rough too
Nintendo of America Twitter:
I'm not sure if I should be sad when I see this, but I'm not, it's always made me laugh. The man was always full of surprises.
I'm not sure if I should be sad when I see this, but I'm not, it's always made me laugh. The man was always full of surprises.
When the NX is officially revealed, and it looks amazing (please), this GIF better be the first response posted.I'm not sure if I should be sad when I see this, but I'm not, it's always made me laugh. The man was always full of surprises.
I'm not sure if I should be sad when I see this, but I'm not, it's always made me laugh. The man was always full of surprises.
whos the guy in the very very back in the first scene (missing in the 2nd scene)
whos the guy in the very very back in the first scene (missing in the 2nd scene)