Dylan Cuthbert (Argonaut / Q-Games programmer) recently had an AMA through Reddit where he answered several questions - including his relationship with Nintendo and the development of X and Star Fox 1/2. I really suggest taking a look if you are curious:
https: // www.reddit.com /r/IAmA/comments/55b6s5/programmer_and_director_dylan_cuthbert_of_games
Dylan Cuthbert's AMA
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