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Former Nintendo of America President Sheds Insight On Turbulent Relationship With Amazon
Former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé shared insights into Nintendo's past strained relationship with Amazon. He detailed an incident where Amazon requested an 'obscene amount of support' to offer prices lower than Walmart, which Fils-Aimé refused due to its illegality and potential damage to other retail partnerships. This experience shaped Nintendo's approach to business dealings and built mutual respect over time.
Reggie Fils-Aimé Recalls The Phone Call That Broke Nintendo And Amazon's Relationship
Former Nintendo of America president Reggie Fils-Aimé recounted how a request from Amazon for financial support to undercut competitors led Nintendo to stop selling Wii and Nintendo DS systems on the platform. Fils-Aimé refused the request, deeming it illegal and a risk to other retail partnerships. This stance ultimately helped build mutual respect, leading to strong support for the Nintendo Switch launch.
