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Bowser, formerly in charge of sales and marketing before assuming the top position at NoA, spent six years in the role. During his tenure, he led Nintendo through significant growth, exploring ventures such as theme parks and feature films, alongside the recent introduction of the Nintendo Switch 2.
“One of my initial experiences with video games was playing the arcade version of Donkey Kong,” Bowser stated. “Since then, Nintendo has been a constant passion for both me and my family. Leading Nintendo of America has been a tremendous honor, and I am proud of our team’s success in business outcomes and the memorable experiences we’ve crafted for our consumers.”
Nintendo’s American division, alongside promoting Pritchard, who has been part of the company since 2006, will welcome Satoru Shibata as CEO. Shibata continues to serve as managing executive officer and corporate director at Nintendo’s Kyoto headquarters. Pritchard expressed in a statement about these changes, “Doug has been an exceptional mentor, and I am eager to build upon the remarkable groundwork he has laid.”