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Berkshire Hathaway Considered Buying Nintendo (and Activision)

Posted on by Owen

In a recent episode of the Grit Podcast, former Activision CEO Bobby Kotick revealed that Berkshire Hathaway, led by vice chairman Charlie Munger, once contemplated acquiring Nintendo. Kotick recounted a conversation where Munger suggested purchasing both Activision and Nintendo, noting that Nintendo was valued at $13 billion with $7 billion in cash at the time. Munger humorously remarked that if the investment turned sour after his passing, it could be attributed to “the folly of an 82-year-old.”

This revelation adds to the list of companies that have considered acquiring Nintendo. Notably, Microsoft once approached Nintendo with a buyout offer, which was reportedly met with laughter.

While these discussions never materialized into actual deals, they highlight the gaming industry’s allure to major conglomerates. Nintendo’s enduring success and unique position in the market continue to make it a subject of interest for potential acquisitions.

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James Bond Producer’s Concerns Over Violence and having Guns in GoldenEye 007 Wii Remake

Posted on by Owen

In a recent discussion on the Grit podcast, former Activision CEO Bobby Kotick revealed that Barbara Broccoli, co-owner of the James Bond film franchise rights, expressed reservations about including violence and firearms in the 2010 GoldenEye 007 Wii remake. Kotick noted, “We made a sequel, and it was a challenging thing to make because Barbara Broccoli did not really want anything that was violence. And she didn’t really want guns in the game.”

The original GoldenEye 007, released in 1997 for the Nintendo 64, is often credited with boosting the console’s popularity. Kotick remarked, “GoldenEye is what actually sold the N64.” The 2010 reimagining for the Wii featured Daniel Craig as James Bond, replacing Pierce Brosnan from the original game. Despite the challenges, the remake was developed to align with the expectations of a modern first-person shooter while respecting the franchise’s legacy.

Kotick acknowledged Broccoli and her half-brother Michael G. Wilson as “great custodians for the IP,” understanding their concerns about violence, especially considering the franchise’s appeal to younger audiences. He emphasized the difficulty in balancing these concerns with the expectations for a new GoldenEye game.

The 2010 GoldenEye 007 was initially exclusive to the Wii and later released as GoldenEye 007: Reloaded for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 in 2011. The game aimed to modernize the classic while introducing new gameplay elements and updated graphics.

Source: Gamespot.

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