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Mario?
Donkey Kong?
Pokemon?
If any of these ring a bell, you've enjoyed the masterpieces of Satoru Iwata, former CEO of Nintendo, who passed at the age of 55 this week.
He inspired millions around the world by the innovation and magic he poured into his games. In 2005 he famously said:
"On my business card, I am a corporate president. In my mind, I am a game developer. In my heart I am a gamer."
Let's remember his legacy by viewing some of the most creative tributes made on the Vine community.
He inspired a generation.
Thanks For Playing!
He was a man who fought for what he believed in.
Don't mess with Pikachu!
An artistic tribute.
His famous pose.
Kids show their gratitude for Iwata.
Fans draw Iwata on the Nintendo DS.
Who didn't play Super Smash Bros?
Thanks for the memories!
The famous Luigi death stare.
A musical tribute.
We didn't see it coming.
He never ceased to make us laugh.
The amount of respect for Iwata was overwhelming.
We all remember watching Pokemon.
Puppet dance tribute.
He made the mushroom famous.
Thank you Iwata you won't be forgotten!
Farewell!
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