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Nintendo of America’s Reggie Fils-Aime to Retire: Doug Bowser Named New President
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Having worked with a lot of executive recruiters, sometimes people in these roles "retire" and return a couple years later in a new position at a different company, or possibly even the old one. Not saying that's what'll happen here, but he might just feel he's accomplished enough and is already financially secure.
If you don't really pay attention to Nintendo.
You'll be surprise how prevalent Nintendo's major figures are to fans. Theyre ususally the ones to talk to us through directs and whatnot. And make fun of themselves frequently. Probably one of the biggest things that sets Nintendo apart from others.
You'll be surprise how prevalent Nintendo's major figures are to fans. Theyre ususally the ones to talk to us through directs and whatnot. And make fun of themselves frequently. Probably one of the biggest things that sets Nintendo apart from others.
I really hope he leans into this and becomes a bit of a character. Not over the top, but maybe little things like this where you think "wait, is he the villain?"
errr Miyamoto is...
None of these three are involved with Nintendo anymore, and their presence really defined Nintendo.
Surprise Direct on Reggie's last day. Thirty seconds. He hands an envelope to Bowser. Bowser looks at it confused, opens it. Camera zooms into a Switch cart that says Earthbound Trilogy. End credits. Reggie flies away on the back of a CG Ridley into the stars.
Am I losing my mind or is he doing the Iwata 'direct to you' gesture?
Damn Reggie, you will be missed!
Enter Bowser, looking to get rid of Mario once and for... oh wait wrong one.
No Reggie, no Kaz. I need some new GIFs/memes to cope.
Enter Bowser, looking to get rid of Mario once and for... oh wait wrong one.
No Reggie, no Kaz. I need some new GIFs/memes to cope.
WHY AM I ON THE VERGE OF TEARS
RRREEEEEEGGGIEEEEEEEEEE *shakes fist*
President Bowser, ladies and gents
I'LL ALLOW IT
He'll do just fine.
Ive only been playing nintendo consoles on and off for a while, but man did he have charsma.
Id like for him to be in atleast one more direct, but it wont happen :(
But man retiring at 50 is like the ideal dream, and leaving your company with a great legacy, fans, and on upward momentum
Id like for him to be in atleast one more direct, but it wont happen :(
But man retiring at 50 is like the ideal dream, and leaving your company with a great legacy, fans, and on upward momentum
He's a family man, going to spend more time with his wife and family and friends.
End of an era.
I remember when he first appeared on the scene, kicking ass and taking names. Such a great moment in Nintendo history.
I remember when he first appeared on the scene, kicking ass and taking names. Such a great moment in Nintendo history.
I'm gonna miss him so much, i just at least wanted another Direct done by Reggie, what an end to an era.
Honestly, I cant wait to see him go. I hope Doug bowser is more about making games than making money. I know it's probably Nintendo of Japan keeping him on a short leash but man, I cant stand figurehead CEOs. Fucking DO SOMETHING!!!
Mother fucker never even brought over mother 3.
Mother fucker never even brought over mother 3.
I'm not taking this well, guys. I guess my body wasn't ready.
Do we have Info on what's the reason he's leaving?
Do we have Info on what's the reason he's leaving?
Right into my veiiiinssss!
Oh shit.
I would have liked at least one last E3.
Dude is a fuckin legend. What a wonderful career he had, it'll be hard to accept it lol.
Hope he'll enjoy his retirement !
All the best to Doug.
Respect, Reggie Fils-Aime.
I would have liked at least one last E3.
Dude is a fuckin legend. What a wonderful career he had, it'll be hard to accept it lol.
Hope he'll enjoy his retirement !
All the best to Doug.
Respect, Reggie Fils-Aime.
Geoff got reggie at the VGAs at the perfect time. To be on stage with the other presidents and to reveal Joker.
I just hope Doug Bowser is as lighthearted as Benji says he is. Hes got big shoes to fill.
Gaming (specifically great games) always seemed to be his biggest priority. A credit to the industry.
I like Reggie. He even came over last E3 to check out Ori and the Will of the Wisps, which made our whole team freak out. Hope he gets more time now to spend with his family.
Damn, one of my favorite people in the industry. Truly a legend. Hope he enjoys his retirement or whatever he plans to do.
As a Nintendo and Reggie fan, I'm sad to hear this. But personally as I start to think about my own retirement in the upcoming decades (it's still far enough away yet closer than you think), I'm really happy for him to have this time for his famy and friends.
I met Reggie at industry events in LA a few times. Really one of the nicest guys and a genuinely warm person and inviting even when superfans were being a bit extra. This is a bummer because a Nintendo fan he was synonymous with the Nintendo brand. I truly wish him and his family the best.