{"id":353905,"date":"2026-04-04T05:38:34","date_gmt":"2026-04-04T05:38:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=353905"},"modified":"2026-04-04T05:38:34","modified_gmt":"2026-04-04T05:38:34","slug":"will-disney-ever-own-nintendo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-disney-ever-own-nintendo\/","title":{"rendered":"Will Disney ever own Nintendo?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-disney-ever-own-nintendo\/#Will_Disney_Ever_Own_Nintendo_A_Deep_Dive_into_the_Realm_of_Possibilities_and_Impossibilities\" title=\"Will Disney Ever Own Nintendo? A Deep Dive into the Realm of Possibilities (and Impossibilities)\">Will Disney Ever Own Nintendo? A Deep Dive into the Realm of Possibilities (and Impossibilities)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-disney-ever-own-nintendo\/#Understanding_the_Unlikely_Union_Why_Disney_Buying_Nintendo_is_a_Long_Shot\" title=\"Understanding the Unlikely Union: Why Disney Buying Nintendo is a Long Shot\">Understanding the Unlikely Union: Why Disney Buying Nintendo is a Long Shot<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-disney-ever-own-nintendo\/#Historical_Context_A_Partnership_Not_a_Purchase\" title=\"Historical Context: A Partnership, Not a Purchase\">Historical Context: A Partnership, Not a Purchase<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-disney-ever-own-nintendo\/#Alternative_Scenarios_Collaboration_vs_Acquisition\" title=\"Alternative Scenarios: Collaboration vs. Acquisition\">Alternative Scenarios: Collaboration vs. Acquisition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-disney-ever-own-nintendo\/#The_Impact_on_the_Gaming_Industry\" title=\"The Impact on the Gaming Industry\">The Impact on the Gaming Industry<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-disney-ever-own-nintendo\/#Learn_More_about_the_Gaming_World\" title=\"Learn More about the Gaming World\">Learn More about the Gaming World<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-disney-ever-own-nintendo\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-disney-ever-own-nintendo\/#1_Is_it_true_that_Disney_tried_to_buy_Nintendo_in_the_past\" title=\"1. Is it true that Disney tried to buy Nintendo in the past?\">1. Is it true that Disney tried to buy Nintendo in the past?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-disney-ever-own-nintendo\/#2_Could_Microsoft_still_try_to_buy_Nintendo\" title=\"2. Could Microsoft still try to buy Nintendo?\">2. Could Microsoft still try to buy Nintendo?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-disney-ever-own-nintendo\/#3_Who_owns_Nintendo\" title=\"3. Who owns Nintendo?\">3. Who owns Nintendo?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-disney-ever-own-nintendo\/#4_Is_Nintendo_richer_than_Disney\" title=\"4. Is Nintendo richer than Disney?\">4. Is Nintendo richer than Disney?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-disney-ever-own-nintendo\/#5_What_are_Disneys_primary_sources_of_revenue\" title=\"5. What are Disney&#8217;s primary sources of revenue?\">5. What are Disney&#8217;s primary sources of revenue?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-disney-ever-own-nintendo\/#6_What_is_Nintendos_main_source_of_income\" title=\"6. What is Nintendo&#8217;s main source of income?\">6. What is Nintendo&#8217;s main source of income?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-disney-ever-own-nintendo\/#7_Does_Disney_own_any_video_game_studios\" title=\"7. Does Disney own any video game studios?\">7. Does Disney own any video game studios?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-disney-ever-own-nintendo\/#8_What_is_the_relationship_between_Disney_and_Square_Enix\" title=\"8. What is the relationship between Disney and Square Enix?\">8. What is the relationship between Disney and Square Enix?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-disney-ever-own-nintendo\/#9_Can_I_watch_Disney_on_Nintendo_Switch\" title=\"9. Can I watch Disney+ on Nintendo Switch?\">9. Can I watch Disney+ on Nintendo Switch?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-disney-ever-own-nintendo\/#10_What_would_happen_if_Disney_left_Florida\" title=\"10. What would happen if Disney left Florida?\">10. What would happen if Disney left Florida?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-disney-ever-own-nintendo\/#11_How_much_debt_does_Disney_have\" title=\"11. How much debt does Disney have?\">11. How much debt does Disney have?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-disney-ever-own-nintendo\/#12_What_companies_does_Disney_own\" title=\"12. What companies does Disney own?\">12. What companies does Disney own?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-disney-ever-own-nintendo\/#13_Who_are_Disneys_main_competitors\" title=\"13. Who are Disney&#8217;s main competitors?\">13. Who are Disney&#8217;s main competitors?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-disney-ever-own-nintendo\/#14_Will_Nintendo_ever_make_a_new_console\" title=\"14. Will Nintendo ever make a new console?\">14. Will Nintendo ever make a new console?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-disney-ever-own-nintendo\/#15_How_much_cash_does_Nintendo_have\" title=\"15. How much cash does Nintendo have?\">15. How much cash does Nintendo have?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-disney-ever-own-nintendo\/#Conclusion_The_Future_Remains_Unwritten\" title=\"Conclusion: The Future Remains Unwritten\">Conclusion: The Future Remains Unwritten<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_Disney_Ever_Own_Nintendo_A_Deep_Dive_into_the_Realm_of_Possibilities_and_Impossibilities\"><\/span>Will Disney Ever Own Nintendo? A Deep Dive into the Realm of Possibilities (and Impossibilities)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>No, it is <strong>highly improbable, bordering on impossible<\/strong>, that Disney will ever own Nintendo. While the entertainment landscape is ever-changing and mergers and acquisitions are commonplace, several fundamental reasons make this particular scenario exceptionally unlikely. These include deeply ingrained corporate cultures, vastly different strategic priorities, substantial financial considerations, and the fiercely independent spirit of Nintendo.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_the_Unlikely_Union_Why_Disney_Buying_Nintendo_is_a_Long_Shot\"><\/span>Understanding the Unlikely Union: Why Disney Buying Nintendo is a Long Shot<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Several key factors contribute to the unlikelihood of Disney acquiring Nintendo:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Corporate Culture Clash:<\/strong> Disney is a multifaceted entertainment conglomerate with a sprawling empire encompassing theme parks, movies, television, and streaming. Nintendo, on the other hand, is laser-focused on video games and hardware innovation. Their corporate cultures, decision-making processes, and core values are significantly different. Integrating such disparate entities would present monumental challenges.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Strategic Divergence:<\/strong> While both companies operate in the entertainment sector, their strategic priorities diverge considerably. Disney seeks to dominate the broader entertainment market, leveraging its intellectual property across various platforms. Nintendo prioritizes creating unique and innovative gaming experiences on its own hardware platforms. A Disney acquisition could dilute Nintendo&#8217;s distinct identity and stifle its creative independence.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Financial Hurdles:<\/strong> While Disney possesses significant financial resources, acquiring Nintendo would be a massive undertaking. Nintendo has been in existence since 1889 and their market capitalization, while smaller than Disney&#8217;s, is still substantial. Moreover, Nintendo&#8217;s board and major shareholders are unlikely to entertain a hostile takeover, making a friendly acquisition exceedingly expensive.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Nintendo&#8217;s Independence:<\/strong> Nintendo has a long history of resisting external pressures and maintaining its independence. The company has consistently prioritized its unique vision for gaming, even when faced with market trends or competitive pressures. This fiercely independent spirit makes it unlikely that Nintendo would willingly cede control to a company like Disney.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Regulatory Scrutiny:<\/strong> An acquisition of Nintendo by Disney would undoubtedly attract intense scrutiny from antitrust regulators worldwide. Such a deal could potentially create a dominant force in the entertainment and gaming industries, raising concerns about market competition and consumer choice. This regulatory hurdle would add significant complexity and uncertainty to any potential acquisition attempt.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context_A_Partnership_Not_a_Purchase\"><\/span>Historical Context: A Partnership, Not a Purchase<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It&#8217;s crucial to remember that Disney and Nintendo have a history of collaboration, dating back to the 1950s. Nintendo licensed Disney characters for playing cards, a move that significantly boosted Nintendo&#8217;s early success. However, this partnership doesn&#8217;t imply a future acquisition. It simply demonstrates a successful collaboration that benefited both companies.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alternative_Scenarios_Collaboration_vs_Acquisition\"><\/span>Alternative Scenarios: Collaboration vs. Acquisition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While a full acquisition is improbable, exploring alternative scenarios is worthwhile. A deeper collaboration between Disney and Nintendo, perhaps involving co-developed games or shared intellectual property, remains a possibility. However, even such collaborations would need to navigate the cultural and strategic differences between the two companies.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Impact_on_the_Gaming_Industry\"><\/span>The Impact on the Gaming Industry<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The gaming industry would be profoundly affected by a Disney acquisition of Nintendo. While Disney&#8217;s resources and marketing power could potentially expand Nintendo&#8217;s reach, it could also stifle innovation and homogenize the gaming landscape. The unique charm and distinctive identity of Nintendo could be lost in the vast Disney empire.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Learn_More_about_the_Gaming_World\"><\/span>Learn More about the Gaming World<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For deeper insights into the gaming world and its effects on culture and learning, visit the <strong>Games Learning Society<\/strong> website: <strong>https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/<\/strong>. You will find scholarly articles and a broad community exploring how to make games, and how games can make us better people.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here are 15 frequently asked questions to provide additional information:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Is_it_true_that_Disney_tried_to_buy_Nintendo_in_the_past\"><\/span>1. Is it true that Disney tried to buy Nintendo in the past?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There is no credible evidence to suggest that Disney has ever formally attempted to acquire Nintendo. While rumors and speculation have circulated, no official reports or financial records confirm such an attempt. Microsoft, on the other hand, did approach Nintendo, and were dismissed out of hand.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Could_Microsoft_still_try_to_buy_Nintendo\"><\/span>2. Could Microsoft still try to buy Nintendo?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While Microsoft has expressed interest in Nintendo in the past, a successful acquisition remains unlikely for many of the same reasons as a Disney acquisition: cultural differences, strategic divergence, financial hurdles, and Nintendo&#8217;s independence.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Who_owns_Nintendo\"><\/span>3. Who owns Nintendo?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Nintendo is a publicly traded company. The largest shareholder is <strong>The Master Trust Bank of Japan, Ltd. (Trust Account)<\/strong>, followed by <strong>Custody Bank of Japan, Ltd.<\/strong> This means ownership is distributed amongst many shareholders.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Is_Nintendo_richer_than_Disney\"><\/span>4. Is Nintendo richer than Disney?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No. While Nintendo has a substantial cash reserve, <strong>Disney&#8217;s market capitalization is significantly larger<\/strong>. As the article points out, valuation of Disney is $164 billion, while Nintendo has a market cap of $47 billion.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_are_Disneys_primary_sources_of_revenue\"><\/span>5. What are Disney&#8217;s primary sources of revenue?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Disney&#8217;s primary sources of revenue include its media and entertainment division (television, cable channels, streaming services), theme parks, and studio entertainment (movies and television production).<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_What_is_Nintendos_main_source_of_income\"><\/span>6. What is Nintendo&#8217;s main source of income?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Nintendo&#8217;s primary source of income is its video game business, including hardware sales (Nintendo Switch), software sales (first-party and third-party games), and related services.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Does_Disney_own_any_video_game_studios\"><\/span>7. Does Disney own any video game studios?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Disney no longer has a major in-house video game studio. They primarily license their intellectual property to other developers for video game adaptations.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_What_is_the_relationship_between_Disney_and_Square_Enix\"><\/span>8. What is the relationship between Disney and Square Enix?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Disney partners with Square Enix for the Kingdom Hearts franchise, which features Disney characters and worlds integrated into a unique action RPG.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Can_I_watch_Disney_on_Nintendo_Switch\"><\/span>9. Can I watch Disney+ on Nintendo Switch?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, <strong>Disney+ is not available on Nintendo Switch<\/strong>. Nintendo has focused on the Switch as a dedicated gaming console, prioritizing gaming experiences over streaming apps.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_What_would_happen_if_Disney_left_Florida\"><\/span>10. What would happen if Disney left Florida?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While Disney&#8217;s presence in Florida has a significant economic impact, the state&#8217;s economy would not collapse if Disney were to leave. However, there would be notable job losses, reduced tax revenue, and potential impacts on tourism.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_How_much_debt_does_Disney_have\"><\/span>11. How much debt does Disney have?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>As of July 2023, <strong>Disney had debt of US$47.2 billion<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_What_companies_does_Disney_own\"><\/span>12. What companies does Disney own?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Disney owns a vast portfolio of companies, including ABC, ESPN, Marvel, Lucasfilm, Pixar, 20th Century Fox, and National Geographic.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Who_are_Disneys_main_competitors\"><\/span>13. Who are Disney&#8217;s main competitors?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Disney&#8217;s main competitors vary depending on the business unit. In film and television, competitors include Universal, Sony, Time Warner, and ViacomCBS. In streaming, competitors include Netflix and Amazon.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Will_Nintendo_ever_make_a_new_console\"><\/span>14. Will Nintendo ever make a new console?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, Nintendo is expected to release a successor to the Nintendo Switch in the near future.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_How_much_cash_does_Nintendo_have\"><\/span>15. How much cash does Nintendo have?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Nintendo cash on hand for the quarter ending June 30, 2023 was $14.250B.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion_The_Future_Remains_Unwritten\"><\/span>Conclusion: The Future Remains Unwritten<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While a Disney acquisition of Nintendo is highly unlikely, the entertainment industry is unpredictable. The future could bring unexpected collaborations or shifts in strategy. However, based on current circumstances and historical precedent, Nintendo&#8217;s independence seems secure for the foreseeable future. The company&#8217;s focus will almost certainly remain on creating innovative and engaging gaming experiences for its dedicated fan base.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Will Disney Ever Own Nintendo? A Deep Dive into the Realm of Possibilities (and Impossibilities) No, it is highly improbable, bordering on impossible, that Disney will ever own Nintendo. While the entertainment landscape is ever-changing and mergers and acquisitions are commonplace, several fundamental reasons make this particular scenario exceptionally unlikely. These include deeply ingrained corporate &#8230; <a title=\"Will Disney ever own Nintendo?\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/will-disney-ever-own-nintendo\/\" aria-label=\"More on Will Disney ever own Nintendo?\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-353905","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/353905","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=353905"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/353905\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=353905"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=353905"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=353905"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}