Nintendo

In 1989, a big gray brick with a tiny monochrome screen became gaming's new smash hit

3:01pm July 31, 2024

In 1989, a big gray brick with a tiny monochrome screen became gaming's new smash hit. Nintendo's Game Boy revolutionized portable gaming. As part of NPR's special series of historical moments, a NPR reporter spoke to business executives turned Game Boy fans in 1990.

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A person passes an ad featuring the Nintendo character Mario at Narita airport in Narita near Tokyo on June 10, 2022.

Arts

Charles Martinet, the voice of Nintendo's beloved Mario character, is stepping down

10:17am August 22, 2023

by The Associated Press

Nintendo of America confirmed that Charles Martinet will now serve in the role of "Mario Ambassador," traveling around the world to promote the beloved plumber and perform Nintendo character voices.

There are plenty of Pokemon to ride on through the land, water, and air in Hisui.

Arts

With 'Legends: Arceus,' Pokémon becomes a more immersive game

2:20pm February 08, 2022

by George Yang

But the new release is not all that many imagined it would be. Instead of gorgeous landscapes and towering landmarks, there is a relatively empty world with not much to explore.

Apple CEO Tim Cook discusses the company's new wireless AirPods headphones during an event in San Francisco on Wednesday in which Apple also presented the iPhone 7.

National

Apple Nixes Headphone Jack In iPhone 7, Reveals Cordless AirPods

5:45pm September 07, 2016

by Alina Selyukh

Why is Apple pushing users toward wireless earbuds? "Courage," says an Apple executive. Other news from the Apple event involved Super Mario, Pokemon Go and water-resistant features.

A screenshot of Nintendo's video commemorating Super Mario's the 30th anniversary.

Nintendo's Super Mario Turns 30

1:24pm September 14, 2015

by Brakkton Booker

The game's concept and graphics were simple. The gameplay was habit-forming. And Nintendo's mustachioed, overalls-wearing plumber Mario became a global icon.

Game Over For Nintendo? Not If Mario And Zelda Fans Keep Playing

5:09pm January 15, 2014

by Laura Sydell

Some analysts say that Nintendo's days are numbered because sales of its new console, Wii U, have been lackluster. But since Nintendo still offers some of the most popular game franchises, the love of Zelda and Mario may keep the company going for a long time.

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