Legend steps down: Takashi Tezuka, who shaped Mario and Zelda for four decades, will retire from Nintendo on June 26, 2026. A storied career: From Punch-Out!! sprite designer to lead producer on Mario ...
Major creative exit: Takashi Tezuka will retire from Nintendo on June 26, 2026, ending a 42-year career shaping Mario, Zelda, and other franchises. Iconic career path: From Punch-Out!! sprites to ...