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Nintendo Co., Ltd., founded in 1889 in Kyoto, Japan, began as a manufacturer of handmade playing cards. Over the decades, it transformed into a global leader in the video game industry, developing and publishing iconic franchises such as Mario, The Legend of Zelda, and Pokémon. The company’s innovative hardware, including the Nintendo Entertainment System, Game Boy, Wii, and Switch, has significantly influenced gaming culture worldwide. In recent years, Nintendo has expanded its reach beyond gaming consoles. The release of the Super Mario Bros. Movie in 2023 achieved remarkable box office success, and the opening of the Nintendo Museum in Kyoto in 2024 offers fans an immersive experience into the company’s rich history. With the launch of the Switch 2 in 2025, Nintendo continues to demonstrate its commitment to innovation and entertainment, solidifying its position as a cornerstone of the gaming industry.

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Nintendo's Switch 2 console sold over 3.5 million units within four days of its June 2025 launch, setting a new global sales record for the company.

The company opened the Nintendo Museum in Kyoto in October 2024, showcasing its evolution from a playing card manufacturer to a global gaming leader.

Nintendo's game consoles have sold over 860 million units worldwide as of May 2025, with more than 5.9 billion individual games sold.

The Super Mario Bros. Movie, released in April 2023, grossed over $1.3 billion worldwide, becoming the highest-grossing film based on a video game.

Nintendo's mascot, Mario, is among the most famous fictional characters, with other characters like Luigi, Donkey Kong, and Pikachu attaining international recognition.