Video game industry developers and legends pay tribute to Mr Iwata

Satoru Iwata’s passing over the weekend has hit everyone this morning. He gave Nintendo a more public face than ever before in addition to be a great president for the company.

Respect and tributes has been flowing out over the internet since the news was reported. We’ve picked a selection of Tweets and postings from east and west that show just how well respected Iwata-san was.

Nintendo

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— Bill Trinen (@trintran) July 13, 2015

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— Jamie Wilson (@jamie_1) July 13, 2015

In remembrance of Mr. Satoru Iwata, Nintendo will not be posting on our social media channels today. pic.twitter.com/Gx93HETpUr

— Nintendo AU NZ (@NintendoAUNZ) July 13, 2015

If you’ve seen a great tribute to Iwata, or have one of your own – link it in the comments.

Masahiro Sakurai

.@Sora_Sakurai Nintendo President Iwata has passed away. He was my boss at my last company, and even changing positions and locations…

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— Cheesemeister (@Cheesemeister3k) July 13, 2015

.@Sora_Sakurai …he was the person who most understood me. As a hard worker and a virtuous person, he always quickly derived balanced… — Cheesemeister (@Cheesemeister3k) July 13, 2015

.@Sora_Sakurai …summaries and proposals. I thought that he was the best possible leader. I pray for his happiness in the next world. — Cheesemeister (@Cheesemeister3k) July 13, 2015

Katsuhiro Harada

.@Harada_TEKKEN I heard the news right after getting back to Japan, and I’m at a loss for words. I owe an incredible deal to Iwata-san. — Cheesemeister (@Cheesemeister3k) July 13, 2015

.@Harada_TEKKEN Not only Nintendo Direct and Iwata Asks, the precious time he gave me at the start of last year, talking about many topics. — Cheesemeister (@Cheesemeister3k) July 13, 2015

.@Harada_TEKKEN I pray for his happiness in the next world. — Cheesemeister (@Cheesemeister3k) July 13, 2015

Shigesato Itoi

.@itoi_shigesato What I said about extinguishing lamps was in regards to the very bright Saturday. Now, I think that Iwata-san would say… — Cheesemeister (@Cheesemeister3k) July 13, 2015

.@itoi_shigesato “Don’t make it dark, but live and enjoy today to its fullest.” Of course, I will do so.

— Cheesemeister (@Cheesemeister3k) July 13, 2015

Capcom

Endless thanks and respect to Iwata-san. His talent and humor made the world a better place. — Capcom-Unity (@Capcom_Unity) July 13, 2015

pic.twitter.com/6WHgOSEaIS — Tariq Lacy (@tariqlacy) July 13, 2015

In my heart forever. http://t.co/w4cYNscXFy

— 神谷英樹 Hideki Kamiya (@PG_kamiya) July 13, 2015

So sorry to hear about Mr. Iwata’s passing. He was an unbelievable mind and talent, a passionate creative force. May he rest in peace. — Zelda Williams (@zeldawilliams) July 13, 2015

Sad day. Satoru Iwata has passed. I was lucky enough to be interviewed by him. He knew way more about dev than me. https://t.co/E9YRqPjfXe

— Warren Spector (@Warren_Spector) July 13, 2015

I’ve seen heaps of tribute pics for Iwata today, but this one is the saddest one. RIP. pic.twitter.com/I2jJJ2kfEl — Mr. Pablington (@polg) July 13, 2015

Thank you for the happy and fun memories, Mr. Iwata. pic.twitter.com/oKAEsfFLiO

— Alexandra Salas (@alexandrasketch) July 13, 2015

Thank you for all the wonderful memories. pic.twitter.com/7yN4L29UIJ

— Alejandro Argandona (@Toshi_TNE) July 13, 2015

Collection of Iwata tribute posts from the Miiverse (via Neff on NeoGaf) #ThankYouMrIwata pic.twitter.com/t3BgaiLQYC

— Mark MacDonald (@markmacd) July 13, 2015

Sad news. Nintendo President Satoru Iwata has passed away. He will be missed by many. http://t.co/axfs1cDqtK #Nintendo

— Philip Schiller (@pschiller) July 13, 2015

Please, I don't understand. #ThankYouIwata

— Markus Persson (@notch) July 13, 2015

Nintendo's president Iwata-san lost his fight against cancer. My thoughts go out to all my friends at Nintendo and his family.

— Dylan Cuthbert (@dylancuthbert) July 13, 2015

An incredibly sad start to the week. RIP Satoru Iwata. You had the respect of a world of gamers, including all of us at Rare. #ThankYouIwata

— Rare Ltd. (@RareLtd) July 13, 2015

We offer our sincere condolences at the loss of Nintendo president Satoru Iwata, and express our tremendous respect for his life and work.

— PlatinumGames Inc. (@platinumgames) July 13, 2015

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— Amiibo Confessions (@ConfessAmiibo) July 13, 2015

Even the competition had something nice to say;

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— Aaron Greenberg (@aarongreenberg) July 13, 2015

Sad day for Iwata-san’s family, friends, and gamers everywhere. His passion, creativity & leadership elevated our industry.

— Phil Spencer (@XboxP3) July 13, 2015

What a terribly sad day. Iwata-San was such a gentleman. Huge loss for the industry. http://t.co/kkNvoU6Mlt

— Peter Moore (@petermooreEA) July 13, 2015

I had the chance to meet Iwata-san at E3 one year, and he was such a gentleman as I fan boyed out. Today the industry lost a huge force. 😞

— Larry Hryb (@majornelson) July 13, 2015

Thank you for everything, Mr. Iwata.

— PlayStation (@PlayStation) July 13, 2015