He is one of the world's most celebrated game designers, and is often called one of the fathers of modern video-gaming. His titles are characterized by refined control-mechanics and imaginative worlds in which the players are encouraged to discover things for themselves, as well as basic storylines, which had been almost unheard of before he introduced one of the first, featuring Mario.

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All I can say is, without Miyamoto-san, we wouldn't all be able to share our passion for gaming. ALL gamers, regardless of creed or fanboyism would do well to recognise how far he's brought our little hobby.

I'd shake his hand and thank him if I could.