Satoru Iwata, the beloved former president of Nintendo, became an internet icon not just for his visionary leadership but for his charismatic appearances in Nintendo Direct presentations. The most famous meme associated with him, 'Please Understand,' originated from his sincere apologies regarding game delays or technical limitations, often delivered with his trademark politeness. Another popular variant involves his 'Direct' gesture—pointing both hands forward—frequently captioned with 'Directly to you.' These memes are used by the gaming community to express genuine apologies, ironic excuses for delays, or as a heartfelt tribute to a man who famously believed that games should be, above all else, fun for everyone.