Box Art Brawl: Mario’s Picross

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North America / Europe #1

Image: Nintendo / Launch Box

The box art for North America and parts of Europe showcases a unique and colorful design. Mario’s facial features floating against a vibrant purple and orange backdrop with colorful squares cascading down the image. The attention to detail is evident with a square positioned over the ‘i’ in ‘Mario’ like a dot.

Europe #2

Mario's Picross - Europe #2
Image: Nintendo / Launch Box

In contrast, the European design in the Netherlands, France, and Germany features an inquisitive Mario dressed as an explorer, hinting at the puzzling nature of the game. The design sets up an adventurous vibe for potential players.

Japan

Mario's Picross - JP
Image: Nintendo / Moby Games

The Japanese box art focuses solely on Mario’s face, with a zoomed-in image emphasizing his presence in Mario’s Picross. Although some may find it excessively zoomed, the artwork effectively highlights Mario as the central figure of the game.


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