Masahiro Sakurai

Japanese video game designer, Super Smash Bros.

Masahiro Sakurai - Japanese video game designer, Super Smash Bros.
Born

August 3rd, 1970
54 years ago

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

Japan

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Born in 1970 in Japan, this video game designer began his career at Hal Laboratory, where he created the game series Kirby. Later, he developed the Super Smash Bros. series, which became a prominent franchise in the fighting game genre. Sakurai served as the director for multiple installments of the series, influencing gameplay mechanics and character development. His work has earned him recognition in the gaming industry.

Created the Kirby series

Developed the Super Smash Bros. series

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