Anything Quote by Satoru Iwata
“The approach to make more gorgeous-looking graphics... to have the horsepower, to have much faster processing - they don't do anything to ask nongamers to play with a video game.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Nintendo Developer Conference, 2006
Creating visually impressive graphics requires powerful hardware and fast processing, but that alone doesn't attract non‑gamers to video games.
In simple terms: Graphics need speed and power, yet appeal also matters.
Focus on accessibility and fun, not just specs.
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When to use this quote
- game development
- marketing strategy
- hardware design
- consumer outreach
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can game design be made more inclusive?
- What non‑visual aspects draw new players?
Even with top‑tier graphics, games may fail to engage broader audiences without intuitive design.