These Subway Posters Let the Public Attack Game Villains with Coins
Laura McQuarrie — February 24, 2016 — Marketing
References: jp.playstation & japantrends
As part of a stunt to promote the release of the 'Attack on Titan' video game for the PlayStation 4, a unique set of subway posters are going up in Shinjuku Station.
Sony Computer Entertainment set up a 12-meter poster that features 50 of the titans from the anime, live-action movie and upcoming video game. Upon seeing the poster mural, members of the public are encouraged to take out a coin and begin scratching away the villainous titans on the poster. As well as offering entertainment value, fans of the franchise may be lucky enough to scratch a surface that reveals a QR code that links to a downloadable phone wallpaper.
In the past, Shinjuku Station has proved to be a popular spot for interactive gaming advertisements, including ones that make use of bubble wrap and building blocks.
Sony Computer Entertainment set up a 12-meter poster that features 50 of the titans from the anime, live-action movie and upcoming video game. Upon seeing the poster mural, members of the public are encouraged to take out a coin and begin scratching away the villainous titans on the poster. As well as offering entertainment value, fans of the franchise may be lucky enough to scratch a surface that reveals a QR code that links to a downloadable phone wallpaper.
In the past, Shinjuku Station has proved to be a popular spot for interactive gaming advertisements, including ones that make use of bubble wrap and building blocks.
Trend Themes
1. Interactive Gaming Advertising - Using physical interaction to engage consumers and promote brand awareness in unique and creative ways.
2. Experiential Marketing - Creating immersive experiences that allow customers to interact with a product or brand, fostering a deeper connection and increasing engagement.
3. QR Code Integration - Incorporating QR codes into marketing materials as a way to provide additional value and drive customer engagement and interaction.
Industry Implications
1. Gaming - Using scratchable posters and interactive elements to promote video games and engage gamers on a deeper level.
2. Advertising - Innovating traditional advertising methods by incorporating gamification and interactive elements to capture consumer attention and create memorable experiences.
3. Marketing - Leveraging physical interaction and gamification techniques to create immersive marketing experiences that increase brand engagement and drive customer action.
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