The legendary video game designer Shigeru Miyamoto was asked randomly by an investor what the former Nintendo president Hiroshi Yamauchi would think of the company's impressive Nintendo Switch 2 sales. Mr. Miyamoto replied by saying that would be a litt…  | By Sickr on November 6, 2025 | The legendary video game designer Shigeru Miyamoto was asked randomly by an investor what the former Nintendo president Hiroshi Yamauchi would think of the company's impressive Nintendo Switch 2 sales. Mr. Miyamoto replied by saying that would be a little jealous that they've have achieved so much, but he would also advise them not to get too cocky and keep their head's down. Here's the exchange. Investor: Hypothetically speaking, if (former president) Hiroshi Yamauchi were still alive, how would you evaluate the current state of Switch 2? If so, I'd like to know what kind of comments you think they'll make. Miyamoto: As president of Nintendo, Yamauchi may feel jealous that the numbers have surpassed those of his time, but at the same time, as a business executive in Kyoto, I think he would say, "Don't get too cocky, stay calm and keep your head down, and do your best | | | |
