Did you know that Nintendo's Rhythm Heaven was designed by the same guy who directed Metroid, Super Metroid, Metroid Fusion and Metroid: Zero Mission? It's true!
Though prolific Japanese musician Tsunku conceived the rhythm game and composed all of its ridiculously catchy music, it was prominent Nintendo designer Yoshio Sakamoto who directed the gameplay and design elements.
So WiiSports is what happens when the Super Mario Bros. director makes a sports game and Rhythm Heaven is what happens when the Metroid director makes a rhythm game? I can't wait to see what happens when the Kirby director makes a fighting game. Oh, wait a minute...
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Make the Music With Your Games, Kids!