Hiroshi Yamauchi

Hiroshi Yamauchi was a Japanese businessman best known for transforming Nintendo from a small playing card company into a global leader in video games. Taking over the company in 1949, he expanded into toys and eventually video game consoles, revolutionizing entertainment with products like the Nintendo Game Boy, Nintendo 64, and Switch. Under his leadership, Nintendo became one of the most influential and successful companies in the gaming industry, fostering iconic franchises such as Mario, Zelda, and Pokémon. His vision and business acumen significantly shaped the modern gaming landscape.