The world of videogames lost one of its most beloved and iconic figureheads today when it was announced that Nintendo president Satoru Iwata had passed away, losing his ongoing battle with cancer. Since the announcement, industry figures and developers have been paying tribute.

Sad day for Iwata-san’s family, friends, and gamers everywhere. His passion, creativity & leadership elevated our industry.July 13, 2015

Thank you for everything, Mr. Iwata.July 13, 2015

So sorry to hear about Mr. Iwata's passing. He was an unbelievable mind and talent, a passionate creative force. May he rest in peace.July 13, 2015

Sad day. Satoru Iwata has passed. I was lucky enough to be interviewed by him. He knew way more about dev than me. https://t.co/E9YRqPjfXeJuly 13, 2015

I am beyond heartbroken to hear about the passing of my friend Satoru Iwata. He was a gamer, a developer and a champion for our medium. RIPJuly 13, 2015

I had the chance to meet Iwata-san at E3 one year, and he was such a gentleman as I fan boyed out. Today the industry lost a huge force.July 13, 2015

"On my business card, I am a corporate president. In my mind, I am a game developer. But in my heart, I am a gamer." - Iwata-sanJuly 13, 2015

RIP, Mr. Iwata. Thanks for all the incredible fun and inspiration.July 13, 2015

RIP Iwata-san, we owe you much – you will be missed.July 13, 2015

#ThankYouIwata for your love of imaginative, fun games. We salute you. [Art by @ikuyoan: http://t.co/I6MDCY8P1l] pic.twitter.com/NahL5LPhqzJuly 13, 2015

Really sad to hear about Iwata-san's passing today. As a fan of Nintendo since the NES, my heart goes out to his family, friends, & fans.July 13, 2015

RIP Satoru Iwata. Fifty-five is too young. http://t.co/eILFe19n6uJuly 13, 2015

I pray for Iwata-san happiness in the next life. picture from http://t.co/xa3kITIjzi http://t.co/UO3Sa4DWCoJuly 13, 2015

We lost a great voice and passionate guiding light for the games industry today. Iwata-san, your work will live on. Thank you.July 13, 2015

Our condolences go to the friends and family of Satoru Iwata. You'll continue to be an inspiration for us all. Rest in peace.July 13, 2015

So sad to hear about the death of Satoru Iwata. A great leader of Nintendo, his programming leadership brought us Mother 2. He'll be missed.July 13, 2015

Rest in peace and thank you Iwata-san: Fans, peers remember and reflect on the loss today of Nintendo President Iwata http://t.co/BH9Wn6Zv1BJuly 13, 2015