Yoichi Kotabe

Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto thinks it's "rude" when fans question why "a mustachioed old dude like Mario" sells so well, but to be honest, "I've had the same thought"

Nintendo veteran Shigeru Miyamoto expressed surprise at the enduring popularity of Mario, questioning why the character continues to sell so well despite not being a traditional hero. He attributes Mario's success primarily to the incredibly fun games he is featured in. Miyamoto also hopes that players will eventually own multiple Nintendo consoles.