Nintendo Research & Development 1
Nintendo's early game development division, known for Metroid and other classics.
Last updated August 25, 2026
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Overview
Nintendo Research & Development 1 (R&D1) was established in 1970 as one of Nintendo's earliest game development divisions. It developed classic games such as Donkey Kong and Metroid. The division was gradually phased out in the 2000s and dissolved in 2004, with members absorbed into other development teams.
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