Nintendo has announced the death of its great leader Satoru Iwata last July 11 at the age of 55. The news has become the subject of conversations in the gaming industry as people from all over the world have been expressing their sympathy for the loss of a remarkable game and console maker.
Fans conveyed their sympathy on social media regarding the unexpected news. Facebook, Twitter, Google+ are filled with post showing their love and support for Nintendo now that it has lost its CEO. The great works of Iwata in the field of gaming were honored by their supporters.
On Twitter, many posted their memorable moments with Nintendo, extending their love and gratitude for Satoru Iwata and his contributions to the gaming industry.
Satoru Iwata lives again every time we press START on one of his wonderful games. Thanks for the adventure #RIPIwata pic.twitter.com/eILL5W2Aen
— Alex Hirsch (@_AlexHirsch) July 13, 2015
#ThankYouIwata, for all the inspiration, fun, love and passion @lucyamorris https://t.co/DGj5OZDlQY pic.twitter.com/TRitaoY7WR — Sonja van Vuure (@sipsapson) July 13, 2015
Thank you for my childhood #ThankYouIwata pic.twitter.com/JL6O3SyQ6j
— projectTiGER (@projectTiGER_) July 13, 2015
The Nintendo World Store in New York has an area set aside for offering condolences to Satoru Iwata. pic.twitter.com/2PbAr9CaWz — Ryan Brown ♥ (@Toadsanime) July 13, 2015
The late CEO, which started leading the company in the year 2012, was responsible for the success of Nintendo in the early 2000s with the release of the Wii console. Under his administration, the company was able to develop hit games like Pokemon, Kirby, Smash Bros and The Legend of Zelda.
Fans recognized the hard work of the late president who showed his dedication in providing quality gaming products to the players. Iwata's devotion came from his personal love for gaming.
As he once stated, "On my business card, I am a corporate president. In my mind, I am a game developer. But in my heart, I am a gamer."
The multinational gaming company is still mourning the death of their CEO. Yesterday, the company posted on social media that it will temporarily stop posting updates to pay their respects to Satoru Iwata.
In remembrance of Mr. Satoru Iwata, Nintendo will not be posting on our social media channels today. pic.twitter.com/N2kR0OKEXh
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) July 13, 2015
Now that the CEO is gone, an important office in the company is now vacant. Nintendo is now left without a leader.
Speculations about the next company CEO are spreading. Shigeru Miyamoto and Genyo Takeda, who both have served the company for a long time are believed to be on the top of the list of candidates. However, Nintendo has not yet revealed its plan regarding the vacant position.
