1996. An interview with Namco's Masaya Nakamura (Arcadism)

"My fundamental philosophy is based on the relationship between knowing, liking and therefore enjoying." - Nakamura

In the mid-1990s, Namco’s prospects seemed bright. From successful ventures around the globe to its world-renowned amusement developments— Namco even had a hand in amusement, opening arcades and theme parks.

Like many of its competitors, the corporate behemoth would, unfortunately, dwindle in the midst of the coin-op amusement industry’s late 1990s decl…