Nintendo of America president Doug Bowser has announced his retirement from the company after more than ten years.

Bowser will retire from Nintendo of America as of December 31st, 2025 after succeeding Reggie Fils-Aime back in 2019.

His replacement, Devon Pritchard, has been at the company for over 19 years and has been in multiple leadership roles for over a decade.

“One of my earliest video game experiences was playing the arcade version of Donkey Kong,” Bowser said in a press release. “Since that time, all things Nintendo have continued to be a passion for both me and my family. Leading Nintendo of America has been the honor of a lifetime, and I am proud of what our team has accomplished in both business results and the experiences we’ve created for consumers.”

Bowser continued, “Now, it’s time for the next generation of leadership and Devon’s track record speaks for itself. She is an exceptional leader, and her promotion is a testament to her strong performance and strategic contributions to the company’s growth. I have full confidence that she will guide the company to even greater heights.”

Pritchard commented, “I am humbled and excited to take on this new role. Doug has been a fantastic mentor, and I look forward to building on the incredible foundation he has helped establish. With characters and worlds that offer something for everyone, my focus will be continuing to build on Nintendo’s legacy of surprising and delighting our longtime fans, while at the same time welcoming new players into the Nintendo family.”

Editor’s Note: Featured image via Doug’s Twitter/X account