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Nintendo Legend Tezuka Retires After 40 Years
8 May
Summary
- Takashi Tezuka, key designer of Mario and Zelda, is retiring.
- He joined Nintendo in 1984 and partnered with Shigeru Miyamoto.
- Tezuka's notable works include Super Mario Bros. 3 and A Link to the Past.
Takashi Tezuka, a legendary figure at Nintendo, is stepping down from his leadership role after more than 40 years. He joined the company in 1984 and played a crucial part in designing some of its most iconic games.
Tezuka's early career saw him assist Shigeru Miyamoto on Super Mario Bros. and then direct influential titles like Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Mario World, and The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past. He also served as an assistant director on Super Mario 64.
His most recent contributions include Super Mario Wonder and Princess Peach: Showtime!. Tezuka's retirement comes as Nintendo prepares for a future with a changing of the guard, with other veteran creators also approaching retirement age.
