Many might think that a man with a career in Shigeru Miyamotocreator of the main franchises of Nintendoshould be retired at 70 years. Retired, having a pina colada on a beach and spending his money. But Miyamoto-san is still more active than ever..
This Wednesday, November 16, the legendary Japanese video game designer and producer is celebrating seven decades of life and is still validworking in the offices of the big N, in the creation of new video games and being part of the inaugurations of the Super Nintendo World theme parks.
Miyamoto was born on November 16, 1952 and has worked for Nintendo since 1977. He has worked at the same company for more than 45 years, more than half of his life.
As he recalls the report published on the website of Hobby ConsolesMiyamoto is the father of sagas like SSuper Mario Bros., The Legend of Zelda, Pikminamong other.
What is Miyamoto-san currently doing?
Currently, Shigeru Miyamoto is still in his office at the Nintendo offices under the position of Creative Fellow, but he often appears at special events in the different venues of the Super Nintendo World theme parks.
In addition, Miyamoto has appeared in recent Nintendo Direct, announcing game news from the Japanese company and in the announcement of the trailer for the Super Mario movie, his most recent project and in which he is the executive producer.
Steven Bagley’s Mario_Museuma Twitter account dedicated to preserving Nintendo’s history, paid a moving tribute to Miyamoto for his 70th birthday and for his career.
“Shigeru Miyamoto, the most influential game designer who ever lived, turns 70 today! His genius has brought joy to millions of people in the last 40 years. The magic that his work has created cannot be underestimated, to amuse and inspire”, pray the tweets of a sense thread.
Shigeru Miyamoto, the most influential video game designer to have ever lived, is 70 today! His genius de él has brought joy to millions across the past 40+ years. The magic that his work has created, to have fun, and inspire cannot be underestimated. A short tribute from a fan! 👇 /1 pic.twitter.com/wPhFma3Vtm
— Mario Museum マリオ博物館 (@Mario_Museum) November 15, 2022