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“A book that anyone who cares about gaming should own and read.” —Forbes

In this motivational collection, Satoru Iwata addresses diverse subjects such as locating bottlenecks, how success breeds resistance to change, and why programmers should never say no. Drawn from the “Iwata Asks” series of interviews with key contributors to Nintendo games and hardware, and featuring conversations with renowned Mario franchise creator Shigeru Miyamoto and creator of EarthBound Shigesato Itoi, Ask Iwata offers game fans and business leaders an insight into the leadership, development, and design philosophies of one of the most beloved figures in gaming history.

Edited by Hobonichi
Release August 11, 2026
ISBN-13 978-1-9747-1697-5
Trim Size 5 1/2 × 8 1/4
Imprint VIZ Media
Length 176 pages
Series Ask Iwata
Category Book
Age Rating Not Rated