Nintendo has shared a rare public message directly with fans after being named the “No. 1 Game Developer I Like” in a major reader survey conducted by Japanese gaming magazine Famitsu during its 40th anniversary celebrations.
The recognition highlights the company’s enduring influence on the global gaming industry, with fans across Japan and beyond voting Nintendo as their most admired developer.
Famitsu Survey Celebrates 40 Years of Gaming Influence
As part of its milestone anniversary, Famitsu invited readers to take part in a broad survey covering the most influential games, beloved characters, and standout developers in the industry. The results placed Nintendo at the top, reinforcing its long-standing reputation in gaming culture.
The poll reflects decades of impact from Nintendo, whose franchises like Mario and The Legend of Zelda continue to dominate both critical and fan discussions. The results quickly circulated across the gaming community, prompting an official response from the company.
Following the announcement, Nintendo issued a translated message expressing gratitude for the recognition and support. The company thanked fans for voting it as their favorite developer and acknowledged the importance of long-term community engagement.
“Thank you for choosing Nintendo as the No. 1 “Game Developer I Like”. We are extremely happy that Mario and The Legend of Zelda have been received favorably. Ever since the Famicom (NES) was released in 1983, we have created chances for many to give video games a try, and we are grateful to Famitsu for keeping customers excited and supporting us across those 40 years,”
the statement read.
Nintendo also reflected on its journey since the launch of the Famicom in 1983, noting how it helped introduce video games to a wider audience.
The company emphasized that despite major technological changes over the decades, its creative direction has remained focused on “originality” and delivering entertainment that brings joy to players. It further stated that if its 40-year journey has become part of fans’ memories, it considers that its greatest achievement.
“During these 40 years, technology related to game development has evolved, and the environment has changed as well, but we have continued to keep “originality” as our central theme, going through trial and error and learning many things while creating entertainment with the goal of putting smiles on customers’ faces. If this 40-year-long path has become a part of everyone’s memories, there is nothing that would make us happier. Nintendo will continue to challenge various things, aiming for unique entertainment that only we could produce, and work hard towards that goal. We shall continue to be in your care from now on.
Finally, in celebration of 40 years of Famitsu, we hope to continue developing a mutually beneficial partnership in keeping the gaming industry lively,”
the statement continued.
Commitment to Innovation and Industry Growth
Nintendo also reaffirmed its future goals, stating it will continue pursuing unique entertainment experiences that only it can create. The message closed with appreciation for its ongoing relationship with Famitsu and the broader gaming community, highlighting a shared effort to keep the industry vibrant and evolving.
According to coverage, the message stands out as a rare but meaningful acknowledgment from the company toward its global fanbase.
