Matt Casamassina is an American video‑game journalist and public‑relations professional, best known for founding the mobile‑gaming news website Pocket Gamer and for his subsequent tenure as a senior communications manager at Nintendo of America.
Early life and education
Publicly available sources do not provide detailed information regarding Casamassina’s date of birth, place of birth, or formal education.
Career
Journalism
Casamassina began his career in video‑game journalism writing for several online publications, including GameSpot. In 2005, he established Pocket Gamer, a website dedicated to coverage of mobile, handheld, and portable gaming platforms. He served as the site’s editor‑in‑chief, overseeing editorial content, reviews, and industry news. Under his leadership, Pocket Gamer grew into a prominent source of information within the mobile‑gaming community.
Nintendo
In 2007, Casamassina joined Nintendo of America. He held the position of senior communications manager, where he was responsible for public‑relations activities related to Nintendo’s handheld and mobile gaming products, including the Nintendo DS and Wii platforms. In this role, he contributed to press releases, media outreach, and coordinated coverage for major product announcements and events.
Later activities
After his period at Nintendo, Casamassina continued to contribute to gaming media and has participated in industry panels and interviews, offering insights on mobile and handheld gaming trends.
Recognition
Casamassina’s work in establishing Pocket Gamer has been noted for its influence on the perception and growth of mobile gaming journalism. His contributions at Nintendo have been recognized within industry circles for facilitating communication between the company and the gaming press.
Publications and media appearances
- Articles and reviews published on Pocket Gamer (2005–2007)
- Press releases and media briefings for Nintendo of America (2007 onward)
- Interviews and panel discussions at gaming conventions and conferences
Personal life
Details about Casamassina’s personal life, including family and hobbies, are not publicly disclosed.
References
(Information compiled from publicly available professional profiles, press releases, and industry news sources.)