Videogame designer Shigeru Miyamoto wins Prince of

The transcript details the awarding of the 2012 Prince of Asturias Award for Communication and Humanities to Shigeru Miyamoto. The jury, composed of notable figures, recognizes Miyamoto for his revolutionary contributions to educational and constructive video games. His work is praised for its non-violent nature and innovative formats that enhance mental exercise and communication across diverse groups. The session concludes with the formal announcement of the award.

Who was awarded the Prince of Asturias Award for Communication and Humanities in 2012?

• José Antonio Álvarez Mundín

• Albert Espinoza Puch

• Shigeru Miyamoto

• Adela Cortina Orch

What is Shigeru Miyamoto best known for in the realm of video games?

• Writing books on game design

• Creating violent video games

• Designing educational and constructive games

• Developing hardware for gaming consoles

Which characteristic is NOT associated with Miyamoto's video game designs?

• Creating globally recognized characters

• Focusing on hardware development

• Innovating educational formats

• Excluding violence

How has Miyamoto's work influenced global communication?

• By developing social media platforms

• By fostering interaction across different cultures

• By creating new languages

• By inventing new communication devices

What is a significant impact of Miyamoto's video games?

• They have focused solely on entertainment

• They have created virtual dreams for interaction

• They have limited educational value

• They have increased global violence