Photos of the Chrono Trigger SNES Cartridge Box and Its Contents
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends — especially between the various video game iterations — will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono TriggerAt the time, SNES games were packaged in cardboard boxes, making them extremely fragile. These standardized encasements replicated the usage of large cardboard boxes for personal computer games, and allowed ample room for game cartridges, thick manuals, and extra content — not to mention real-estate for colorful eye-catching displays. About the Version Used in this ProjectThis SNES cartridge box and its contents were purchased from eBay on June 25, 2015, specifically for this project. It sold for $250 U.S. dollars, and was received from Greeley, Colorado on June 29. Noticeable wear and tear is present on the SNES cartridge box itself, but surprisingly all other artifacts are in very good condition. This complete artifact was important for the player for the purpose of reviewing game mechanics and controls, as well as gaining a more in-depth knowledge of this iteration as a whole. It was made known to the player which version this was, and the history and culture intrinsically attached to it. SNES Cartridge Box Contents▹ One SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve)SNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword") (see SNES Anime Aesthetic). Below this image, is Squaresoft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of "K-A", (Kids to Adults, Ages 6+), is displayed — a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to "E" (Everyone).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this, is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Front The front cover is a reiteration of the black cartridge box art featured in the packaging, with an image of Crono posing on the right with the main cover art in the background. This rendition of the cover art appears to be spreading out of its frame (since the white top border is removed and the title is reproduced at a larger scale and with a white stroke effect). This imagery continues to the reverse side of the instruction booklet.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Back The back cover features the rest of the main cover art, along with Frog's standard pose tilted and appearing to enter in from the left. Below this is more detailed information concerning Squaresoft which reads: "SQUARESOFT ®, Westpark G-1, 8351 — 154th Ave. N.E. Redmond, WA 98052, For Square Soft Customer Service/Game Counseling, CALL (206) 861-0303, Automated: 24hrs., Live Service: Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm PST."
SNES Instruction Booklet, Contents When compared to later iterations of this instruction booklet, the following guide is far more explicit in its account of story, characters, game mechanics, and descriptions. A comprehensive walkthrough section towards the end of the booklet, along with imagery depicting particular endings is also present. The pre-web setting of the eighties and nineties meant that these booklets had to be designed as comprehensive. They were one of the only methods of receiving help for a specific game or level. Video game companies also took advantage of this reality, employing the use of hint-lines (telephone lines that offered advice to players at steep prices). This is why, in various locations of the original release, information pertaining to hint-lines are frequent and noticeable.
SNES Game Pak, Front The following is a standard SNES game pak measuring in at 5.3' x 3.5' x 0.75' and weighing 3.2 ounces in total. Artwork and information from the cartridge box are reproduced along the upper portion of the gray game pak.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly — use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoric era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster — which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
Additional SNES Release ArtifactsThe following is a guide that was available to players at the time of Chrono Trigger's SNES release. It has been compiled in an Adobe PDF file down below. Please allow adequate time for the file to download. ▹ Chrono Trigger Nintendo Players Guide (1995) (pdf, 58.9 MB)These are scans of Nintendo Power magazine's coverage of Chrono Trigger (volumes 73 and 74) that was available to players at the time of Chrono Trigger's SNES release. In the RPG and Japanese games section, called Epic Center, Chrono Trigger was discussed and then reviewed by players. It has been compiled in an Adobe PDF file down below. Please allow adequate time for the file to download. ▹ Nintendo Power Volume 73 (1995) (pdf, 715 KB) |
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends — especially between the various video game iterations — will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono TriggerAt the time, SNES games were packaged in cardboard boxes, making them extremely fragile. These standardized encasements replicated the usage of large cardboard boxes for personal computer games, and allowed ample room for game cartridges, thick manuals, and extra content — not to mention real-estate for colorful eye-catching displays. About the Version Used in this ProjectThis SNES cartridge box and its contents were purchased from eBay on June 25, 2015, specifically for this project. It sold for $250 U.S. dollars, and was received from Greeley, Colorado on June 29. Noticeable wear and tear is present on the SNES cartridge box itself, but surprisingly all other artifacts are in very good condition. This complete artifact was important for the player for the purpose of reviewing game mechanics and controls, as well as gaining a more in-depth knowledge of this iteration as a whole. It was made known to the player which version this was, and the history and culture intrinsically attached to it. SNES Cartridge Box Contents▹ One SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve)SNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword") (see SNES Anime Aesthetic). Below this image, is Squaresoft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of "K-A", (Kids to Adults, Ages 6+), is displayed — a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to "E" (Everyone).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this, is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Front The front cover is a reiteration of the black cartridge box art featured in the packaging, with an image of Crono posing on the right with the main cover art in the background. This rendition of the cover art appears to be spreading out of its frame (since the white top border is removed and the title is reproduced at a larger scale and with a white stroke effect). This imagery continues to the reverse side of the instruction booklet.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Back The back cover features the rest of the main cover art, along with Frog's standard pose tilted and appearing to enter in from the left. Below this is more detailed information concerning Squaresoft which reads: "SQUARESOFT ®, Westpark G-1, 8351 — 154th Ave. N.E. Redmond, WA 98052, For Square Soft Customer Service/Game Counseling, CALL (206) 861-0303, Automated: 24hrs., Live Service: Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm PST."
SNES Instruction Booklet, Contents When compared to later iterations of this instruction booklet, the following guide is far more explicit in its account of story, characters, game mechanics, and descriptions. A comprehensive walkthrough section towards the end of the booklet, along with imagery depicting particular endings is also present. The pre-web setting of the eighties and nineties meant that these booklets had to be designed as comprehensive. They were one of the only methods of receiving help for a specific game or level. Video game companies also took advantage of this reality, employing the use of hint-lines (telephone lines that offered advice to players at steep prices). This is why, in various locations of the original release, information pertaining to hint-lines are frequent and noticeable.
SNES Game Pak, Front The following is a standard SNES game pak measuring in at 5.3' x 3.5' x 0.75' and weighing 3.2 ounces in total. Artwork and information from the cartridge box are reproduced along the upper portion of the gray game pak.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly — use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoric era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster — which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
Additional SNES Release ArtifactsThe following is a guide that was available to players at the time of Chrono Trigger's SNES release. It has been compiled in an Adobe PDF file down below. Please allow adequate time for the file to download. ▹ Chrono Trigger Nintendo Players Guide (1995)These are scans of Nintendo Power magazine's coverage of Chrono Trigger (volumes 73 and 74) that was available to players at the time of Chrono Trigger's SNES release. In the RPG and Japanese games section, called Epic Center, Chrono Trigger was discussed and then reviewed by players. It has been compiled in an Adobe PDF file down below. Please allow adequate time for the file to download. ▹ Nintendo Power Volume 73 (1995) |
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends — especially between the various video game iterations — will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono TriggerAt the time, SNES games were packaged in cardboard boxes, making them extremely fragile. These standardized encasements replicated the usage of large cardboard boxes for personal computer games, and allowed ample room for game cartridges, thick manuals, and extra content — not to mention real-estate for colorful eye-catching displays. About the Version Used in this ProjectThis SNES cartridge box and its contents were purchased from eBay on June 25, 2015, specifically for this project. It sold for $250 U.S. dollars, and was received from Greeley, Colorado on June 29. Noticeable wear and tear is present on the SNES cartridge box itself, but surprisingly all other artifacts are in very good condition. This complete artifact was important for the player for the purpose of reviewing game mechanics and controls, as well as gaining a more in-depth knowledge of this iteration as a whole. It was made known to the player which version this was, and the history and culture intrinsically attached to it. SNES Cartridge Box Contents▹ One SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve)SNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword") (see SNES Anime Aesthetic). Below this image, is Squaresoft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of "K-A", (Kids to Adults, Ages 6+), is displayed — a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to "E" (Everyone).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this, is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Front The front cover is a reiteration of the black cartridge box art featured in the packaging, with an image of Crono posing on the right with the main cover art in the background. This rendition of the cover art appears to be spreading out of its frame (since the white top border is removed and the title is reproduced at a larger scale and with a white stroke effect). This imagery continues to the reverse side of the instruction booklet.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Back The back cover features the rest of the main cover art, along with Frog's standard pose tilted and appearing to enter in from the left. Below this is more detailed information concerning Squaresoft which reads: "SQUARESOFT ®, Westpark G-1, 8351 — 154th Ave. N.E. Redmond, WA 98052, For Square Soft Customer Service/Game Counseling, CALL (206) 861-0303, Automated: 24hrs., Live Service: Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm PST."
SNES Instruction Booklet, Contents When compared to later iterations of this instruction booklet, the following guide is far more explicit in its account of story, characters, game mechanics, and descriptions. A comprehensive walkthrough section towards the end of the booklet, along with imagery depicting particular endings is also present. The pre-web setting of the eighties and nineties meant that these booklets had to be designed as comprehensive. They were one of the only methods of receiving help for a specific game or level. Video game companies also took advantage of this reality, employing the use of hint-lines (telephone lines that offered advice to players at steep prices). This is why, in various locations of the original release, information pertaining to hint-lines are frequent and noticeable.
SNES Game Pak, Front The following is a standard SNES game pak measuring in at 5.3' x 3.5' x 0.75' and weighing 3.2 ounces in total. Artwork and information from the cartridge box are reproduced along the upper portion of the gray game pak.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly — use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoric era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster — which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
Additional SNES Release ArtifactsThe following is a guide that was available to players at the time of Chrono Trigger's SNES release. It has been compiled in an Adobe PDF file down below. Please allow adequate time for the file to download. ▹ Chrono Trigger Nintendo Players Guide (1995)These are scans of Nintendo Power magazine's coverage of Chrono Trigger (volumes 73 and 74) that was available to players at the time of Chrono Trigger's SNES release. In the RPG and Japanese games section, called Epic Center, Chrono Trigger was discussed and then reviewed by players. It has been compiled in an Adobe PDF file down below. Please allow adequate time for the file to download. ▹ Nintendo Power Volume 73 (1995) |
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends — especially between the various video game iterations — will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono TriggerAt the time, SNES games were packaged in cardboard boxes, making them extremely fragile. These standardized encasements replicated the usage of large cardboard boxes for personal computer games, and allowed ample room for game cartridges, thick manuals, and extra content — not to mention real-estate for colorful eye-catching displays. About the Version Used in this ProjectThis SNES cartridge box and its contents were purchased from eBay on June 25, 2015, specifically for this project. It sold for $250 U.S. dollars, and was received from Greeley, Colorado on June 29. Noticeable wear and tear is present on the SNES cartridge box itself, but surprisingly all other artifacts are in very good condition. This complete artifact was important for the player for the purpose of reviewing game mechanics and controls, as well as gaining a more in-depth knowledge of this iteration as a whole. It was made known to the player which version this was, and the history and culture intrinsically attached to it. SNES Cartridge Box Contents▹ One SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve)SNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword") (see SNES Anime Aesthetic). Below this image, is Squaresoft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of "K-A", (Kids to Adults, Ages 6+), is displayed — a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to "E" (Everyone).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this, is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Front The front cover is a reiteration of the black cartridge box art featured in the packaging, with an image of Crono posing on the right with the main cover art in the background. This rendition of the cover art appears to be spreading out of its frame (since the white top border is removed and the title is reproduced at a larger scale and with a white stroke effect). This imagery continues to the reverse side of the instruction booklet.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Back The back cover features the rest of the main cover art, along with Frog's standard pose tilted and appearing to enter in from the left. Below this is more detailed information concerning Squaresoft which reads: "SQUARESOFT ®, Westpark G-1, 8351 — 154th Ave. N.E. Redmond, WA 98052, For Square Soft Customer Service/Game Counseling, CALL (206) 861-0303, Automated: 24hrs., Live Service: Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm PST."
SNES Instruction Booklet, Contents When compared to later iterations of this instruction booklet, the following guide is far more explicit in its account of story, characters, game mechanics, and descriptions. A comprehensive walkthrough section towards the end of the booklet, along with imagery depicting particular endings is also present. The pre-web setting of the eighties and nineties meant that these booklets had to be designed as comprehensive. They were one of the only methods of receiving help for a specific game or level. Video game companies also took advantage of this reality, employing the use of hint-lines (telephone lines that offered advice to players at steep prices). This is why, in various locations of the original release, information pertaining to hint-lines are frequent and noticeable.
SNES Game Pak, Front The following is a standard SNES game pak measuring in at 5.3' x 3.5' x 0.75' and weighing 3.2 ounces in total. Artwork and information from the cartridge box are reproduced along the upper portion of the gray game pak.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly — use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoric era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster — which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
Additional SNES Release ArtifactsThe following is a guide that was available to players at the time of Chrono Trigger's SNES release. It has been compiled in an Adobe PDF file down below. Please allow adequate time for the file to download. ▹ Chrono Trigger Nintendo Players Guide (1995)These are scans of Nintendo Power magazine's coverage of Chrono Trigger (volumes 73 and 74) that was available to players at the time of Chrono Trigger's SNES release. In the RPG and Japanese games section, called Epic Center, Chrono Trigger was discussed and then reviewed by players. It has been compiled in an Adobe PDF file down below. Please allow adequate time for the file to download. ▹ Nintendo Power Volume 73 (1995) |
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends — especially between the various video game iterations — will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono TriggerAt the time, SNES games were packaged in cardboard boxes, making them extremely fragile. These standardized encasements replicated the usage of large cardboard boxes for personal computer games, and allowed ample room for game cartridges, thick manuals, and extra content — not to mention real-estate for colorful eye-catching displays. About the Version Used in this ProjectThis SNES cartridge box and its contents were purchased from eBay on June 25, 2015, specifically for this project. It sold for $250 U.S. dollars, and was received from Greeley, Colorado on June 29. Noticeable wear and tear is present on the SNES cartridge box itself, but surprisingly all other artifacts are in very good condition. SNES Cartridge Box Contents▹ One SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve)SNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword") (see SNES Anime Aesthetic). Below this image, is Squaresoft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of "K-A", (Kids to Adults, Ages 6+), is displayed — a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to "E" (Everyone).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this, is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Front The front cover is a reiteration of the black cartridge box art featured in the packaging, with an image of Crono posing on the right with the main cover art in the background. This rendition of the cover art appears to be spreading out of its frame (since the white top border is removed and the title is reproduced at a larger scale and with a white stroke effect). This imagery continues to the reverse side of the instruction booklet.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Back The back cover features the rest of the main cover art, along with Frog's standard pose tilted and appearing to enter in from the left. Below this is more detailed information concerning Squaresoft which reads: "SQUARESOFT ®, Westpark G-1, 8351 — 154th Ave. N.E. Redmond, WA 98052, For Square Soft Customer Service/Game Counseling, CALL (206) 861-0303, Automated: 24hrs., Live Service: Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm PST."
SNES Instruction Booklet, Contents When compared to later iterations of this instruction booklet, the following guide is far more explicit in its account of story, characters, game mechanics, and descriptions. A comprehensive walkthrough section towards the end of the booklet, along with imagery depicting particular endings is also present. The pre-web setting of the eighties and nineties meant that these booklets had to be designed as comprehensive. They were one of the only methods of receiving help for a specific game or level. Video game companies also took advantage of this reality, employing the use of hint-lines (telephone lines that offered advice to players at steep prices). This is why, in various locations of the original release, information pertaining to hint-lines are frequent and noticeable.
SNES Game Pak, Front The following is a standard SNES game pak measuring in at 5.3' x 3.5' x 0.75' and weighing 3.2 ounces in total. Artwork and information from the cartridge box are reproduced along the upper portion of the gray game pak.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly — use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoric era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster — which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
Additional SNES Release ArtifactsThe following is a guide that was available to players at the time of Chrono Trigger's SNES release. It has been compiled in an Adobe PDF file down below. Please allow adequate time for the file to download. ▹ Chrono Trigger Nintendo Players Guide (1995)These are scans of Nintendo Power magazine's coverage of Chrono Trigger (volumes 73 and 74) that was available to players at the time of Chrono Trigger's SNES release. In the RPG and Japanese games section, called Epic Center, Chrono Trigger was discussed and then reviewed by players. It has been compiled in an Adobe PDF file down below. Please allow adequate time for the file to download. ▹ Nintendo Power Volume 73 (1995) |
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends — especially between the various video game iterations — will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono TriggerAt the time, SNES games were packaged in cardboard boxes, making them extremely fragile. These standardized encasements replicated the usage of large cardboard boxes for personal computer games, and allowed ample room for game cartridges, thick manuals, and extra content — not to mention real-estate for colorful eye-catching displays. About the Version Used in this ProjectThis SNES cartridge box and its contents were purchased from eBay on June 25, 2015, specifically for this project. It sold for $250 U.S. dollars, and was received from Greeley, Colorado on June 29. Noticeable wear and tear is present on the SNES cartridge box itself, but surprisingly all other artifacts are in very good condition. SNES Cartridge Box Contents▹ One SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve)SNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword") (see SNES Anime Aesthetic). Below this image, is Squaresoft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of "K-A", (Kids to Adults, Ages 6+), is displayed — a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to "E" (Everyone).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this, is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Front The front cover is a reiteration of the black cartridge box art featured in the packaging, with an image of Crono posing on the right with the main cover art in the background. This rendition of the cover art appears to be spreading out of its frame (since the white top border is removed and the title is reproduced at a larger scale and with a white stroke effect). This imagery continues to the reverse side of the instruction booklet.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Back The back cover features the rest of the main cover art, along with Frog's standard pose tilted and appearing to enter in from the left. Below this is more detailed information concerning Squaresoft which reads: "SQUARESOFT ®, Westpark G-1, 8351 — 154th Ave. N.E. Redmond, WA 98052, For Square Soft Customer Service/Game Counseling, CALL (206) 861-0303, Automated: 24hrs., Live Service: Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm PST."
SNES Instruction Booklet, Contents When compared to later iterations of this instruction booklet, the following guide is far more explicit in its account of story, characters, game mechanics, and descriptions. A comprehensive walkthrough section towards the end of the booklet, along with imagery depicting particular endings is also present. The pre-web setting of the eighties and nineties meant that these booklets had to be designed as comprehensive. They were one of the only methods of receiving help for a specific game or level. Video game companies also took advantage of this reality, employing the use of hint-lines (telephone lines that offered advice to players at steep prices). This is why, in various locations of the original release, information pertaining to hint-lines are frequent and noticeable.
SNES Game Pak, Front The following is a standard SNES game pak measuring in at 5.3' x 3.5' x 0.75' and weighing 3.2 ounces in total. Artwork and information from the cartridge box are reproduced along the upper portion of the gray game pak.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly — use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoric era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster — which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
Additional SNES Release ArtifactsThe following is a guide that was available to players at the time of Chrono Trigger's SNES release. It has been compiled in an Adobe PDF file down below. Please allow adequate time for the file to download. ▹ Chrono Trigger Nintendo Players Guide (1995)These are scans of Nintendo Power magazine's coverage of Chrono Trigger (volumes 73 and 74) that was available to players at the time of Chrono Trigger's SNES release. In the RPG and Japanese games section, called Epic Center, Chrono Trigger was discussed and then reviewed by players. It has been compiled in an Adobe PDF file down below. Please allow adequate time for the file to download. ▹ Nintendo Power Volume 73 (1995) |
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends — especially between the various video game iterations — will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono TriggerAt the time, SNES games were packaged in cardboard boxes, making them extremely fragile. These standardized encasements replicated the usage of large cardboard boxes for personal computer games, and allowed ample room for game cartridges, thick manuals, and extra content — not to mention real-estate for colorful eye-catching displays. About the Version Used in this ProjectThis SNES cartridge box and its contents were purchased from eBay on June 25, 2015, specifically for this project. It sold for $250 U.S. dollars, and was received from Greeley, Colorado on June 29. Noticeable wear and tear is present on the SNES cartridge box itself, but surprisingly all other artifacts are in very good condition. SNES Cartridge Box Contents▹ One SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve)SNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword") (see SNES Anime Aesthetic). Below this image, is Squaresoft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of "K-A", (Kids to Adults, Ages 6+), is displayed — a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to "E" (Everyone).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this, is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Front The front cover is a reiteration of the black cartridge box art featured in the packaging, with an image of Crono posing on the right with the main cover art in the background. This rendition of the cover art appears to be spreading out of its frame (since the white top border is removed and the title is reproduced at a larger scale and with a white stroke effect). This imagery continues to the reverse side of the instruction booklet.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Back The back cover features the rest of the main cover art, along with Frog's standard pose tilted and appearing to enter in from the left. Below this is more detailed information concerning Squaresoft which reads: "SQUARESOFT ®, Westpark G-1, 8351 — 154th Ave. N.E. Redmond, WA 98052, For Square Soft Customer Service/Game Counseling, CALL (206) 861-0303, Automated: 24hrs., Live Service: Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm PST."
SNES Instruction Booklet, Contents When compared to later iterations of this instruction booklet, the following guide is far more explicit in its account of story, characters, game mechanics, and descriptions. A comprehensive walkthrough section towards the end of the booklet, along with imagery depicting particular endings is also present. The pre-web setting of the eighties and nineties meant that these booklets had to be designed as comprehensive. They were one of the only methods of receiving help for a specific game or level. Video game companies also took advantage of this reality, employing the use of hint-lines (telephone lines that offered advice to players at steep prices). This is why, in various locations of the original release, information pertaining to hint-lines are frequent and noticeable.
SNES Game Pak, Front The following is a standard SNES game pak measuring in at 5.3' x 3.5' x 0.75' and weighing 3.2 ounces in total. Artwork and information from the cartridge box are reproduced along the upper portion of the gray game pak.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly — use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoric era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster — which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
Additional SNES Release ArtifactsThe following is a guide that was available to players at the time of Chrono Trigger's SNES release. It has been compiled in an Adobe PDF file down below. Please allow adequate time for the file to download. ▹ Chrono Trigger Nintendo Players Guide (1995)These are scans of Nintendo Power magazine's coverage of Chrono Trigger (volumes 73 and 74) that was available to players at the time of Chrono Trigger's SNES release. In the RPG and Japanese games section, called Epic Center, Chrono Trigger was discussed and then reviewed by players. It has been compiled in an Adobe PDF file down below. Please allow adequate time for the file to download. ▹ Nintendo Power Volume 73 (1995) |
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original SNES release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends — especially between the various video game iterations — will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono TriggerAt the time, SNES games were packaged in cardboard boxes, making them extremely fragile. These standardized encasements replicated the usage of large cardboard boxes for personal computer games, and allowed ample room for game cartridges, thick manuals, and extra content — not to mention real-estate for colorful eye-catching displays. About the Version Used in this ProjectThis SNES cartridge box and its contents were purchased from Ebay on June 25, 2015, specifically for this project. It sold for $250 U.S. dollars, and was recieved from Greeley, Colorado on June 29. Noticeable wear and tear is present on the SNES cartridge box itself, but surprisingly all other artifacts are in very good condition. SNES Cartridge Box Contents▹ One SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve)SNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration – and is now well-renowned as the most iconic image of Chrono Trigger). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword." Below this image, is Squaresoft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of (K-A ®), "KIDS TO ADULTS, Ages 6+," is displayed – a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to E (EVERYONE ®).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Front The front cover is a reiteration of the black cartridge box art featured in the packaging, with an image of Crono posing on the right with the main cover art in the background. This rendition of the cover art appears to be spreading out of its frame (since the white top border is removed and the title is reproduced at a larger scale and with a white stroke effect). This imagery continues to the reverse side of the instruction booklet.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Back The back cover features the rest of the main cover art, along with Frog's standard pose tilted and appearing to enter in from the left. Below this is more detailed information concerning Squaresoft which reads: "SQUARESOFT ®, Westpark G-1, 8351 – 154th Ave. N.E. Redmond, WA 98052, For Square Soft Customer Service/Game Counseling, CALL (206) 861-0303, Automated: 24hrs., Live Service: Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm PST."
SNES Instruction Booklet, Contents When compared to later iterations of this instruction booklet, the following guide is far more explicit in its account of story, characters, game mechanics, and descriptions. A comprehensive walkthrough section towards the end of the booklet, along with imagery depicting particular endings is also present. Reasons as to why this occurred with earlier video games are numerous, but they mainly correspond with the historical pre-web setting of the eighties and nineties. In order to benefit from this reality, video game companies also employed the use of hint-lines (telephone lines that offered advice for players at steep prices). This is why, in various locations of the original release, information pertaining to hint-lines are frequent and noticeable. The most notable examples of this "explicit" trend have been reproduced down below.
SNES Game Pak, Front The following is a standard SNES game pak measuring in at 5.3' x 3.5' x 0.75' and weighing 3.2 ounces in total. Artwork and information from the cartridge box are reproduced along the upper portion of the gray game pak.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly – use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoria Era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
Additional SNES Release ArtifactsThe following is a guide that was available to players at the time of Chrono Trigger's SNES release. It has been compiled in an Adobe PDF file down below. Please allow adequate time for the file to download. ▹ Chrono Trigger Nintendo Players Guide (1995)These are scans of Nintendo Power magazine's coverage of Chrono Trigger (volumes 73 and 74) that was available to players at the time of Chrono Trigger's SNES release. In the RPG and Japanese games section, called Epic Center, Chrono Trigger was discussed and then reviewed by players. It has been compiled in an Adobe PDF file down below. Please allow adequate time for the file to download. ▹ Nintendo Power Volume 73 (1995) |
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original SNES release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends — especially between the various video game iterations — will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono TriggerAt the time, SNES games were packaged in cardboard boxes, making them extremely fragile. These standaradized encasements replicated the usage of large cardboard boxes for personal computer games, and allowed ample room for game cartridges, thick manuals, and extra content -- not to mention real-estate for colorful eye-catching displays. About the Version Used in this ProjectThis SNES cartridge box and its contents were purchased from Ebay on June 25, 2015, specifically for this project. It sold for $250 U.S. dollars, and was recieved from Greeley, Colorado on June 29. Noticeable wear and tear is present on the SNES cartridge box itself, but surprisingly all other artifacts are in very good condition. SNES Cartridge Box Contents▹ One SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve)SNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration – and is now well-renowned as the most iconic image of Chrono Trigger). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword." Below this image, is Squaresoft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of (K-A ®), "KIDS TO ADULTS, Ages 6+," is displayed – a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to E (EVERYONE ®).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Front The front cover is a reiteration of the black cartridge box art featured in the packaging, with an image of Crono posing on the right with the main cover art in the background. This rendition of the cover art appears to be spreading out of its frame (since the white top border is removed and the title is reproduced at a larger scale and with a white stroke effect). This imagery continues to the reverse side of the instruction booklet.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Back The back cover features the rest of the main cover art, along with Frog's standard pose tilted and appearing to enter in from the left. Below this is more detailed information concerning Squaresoft which reads: "SQUARESOFT ®, Westpark G-1, 8351 – 154th Ave. N.E. Redmond, WA 98052, For Square Soft Customer Service/Game Counseling, CALL (206) 861-0303, Automated: 24hrs., Live Service: Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm PST."
SNES Instruction Booklet, Contents When compared to later iterations of this instruction booklet, the following guide is far more explicit in its account of story, characters, game mechanics, and descriptions. A comprehensive walkthrough section towards the end of the booklet, along with imagery depicting particular endings is also present. Reasons as to why this occurred with earlier video games are numerous, but they mainly correspond with the historical pre-web setting of the eighties and nineties. In order to benefit from this reality, video game companies also employed the use of hint-lines (telephone lines that offered advice for players at steep prices). This is why, in various locations of the original release, information pertaining to hint-lines are frequent and noticeable. The most notable examples of this "explicit" trend have been reproduced down below.
SNES Game Pak, Front The following is a standard SNES game pak measuring in at 5.3' x 3.5' x 0.75' and weighing 3.2 ounces in total. Artwork and information from the cartridge box are reproduced along the upper portion of the gray game pak.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly – use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoria Era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
Additional SNES Release ArtifactsThe following is a guide that was available to players at the time of Chrono Trigger's SNES release. It has been compiled in an Adobe PDF file down below. Please allow adequate time for the file to download. ▹ Chrono Trigger Nintendo Players Guide (1995)These are scans of Nintendo Power magazine's coverage of Chrono Trigger (volumes 73 and 74) that was available to players at the time of Chrono Trigger's SNES release. In the RPG and Japanese games section, called Epic Center, Chrono Trigger was discussed and then reviewed by players. It has been compiled in an Adobe PDF file down below. Please allow adequate time for the file to download. ▹ Nintendo Power Volume 73 (1995) |
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original SNES release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends -- especially between the various video game iterations -- will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] About the Version Used in this ProjectThis SNES cartridge box and its contents were purchased from Ebay on June 25, 2015, specifically for this project. It sold for $250 U.S. dollars, and was recieved from Greeley, Colorado on June 29. Noticeable wear and tear is present on the SNES cartridge box itself, but surprisingly all other artifacts are in very good condition. SNES Cartridge Box Contents▹ One SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve)SNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration – and is now well-renowned as the most iconic image of Chrono Trigger). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword." Below this image, is Squaresoft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of (K-A ®), "KIDS TO ADULTS, Ages 6+," is displayed – a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to E (EVERYONE ®).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Front The front cover is a reiteration of the black cartridge box art featured in the packaging, with an image of Crono posing on the right with the main cover art in the background. This rendition of the cover art appears to be spreading out of its frame (since the white top border is removed and the title is reproduced at a larger scale and with a white stroke effect). This imagery continues to the reverse side of the instruction booklet.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Back The back cover features the rest of the main cover art, along with Frog's standard pose tilted and appearing to enter in from the left. Below this is more detailed information concerning Squaresoft which reads: "SQUARESOFT ®, Westpark G-1, 8351 – 154th Ave. N.E. Redmond, WA 98052, For Square Soft Customer Service/Game Counseling, CALL (206) 861-0303, Automated: 24hrs., Live Service: Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm PST."
SNES Instruction Booklet, Contents When compared to later iterations of this instruction booklet, the following guide is far more explicit in its account of story, characters, game mechanics, and descriptions. A comprehensive walkthrough section towards the end of the booklet, along with imagery depicting particular endings is also present. Reasons as to why this occurred with earlier video games are numerous, but they mainly correspond with the historical pre-web setting of the eighties and nineties. In order to benefit from this reality, video game companies also employed the use of hint-lines (telephone lines that offered advice for players at steep prices). This is why, in various locations of the original release, information pertaining to hint-lines are frequent and noticeable. The most notable examples of this "explicit" trend have been reproduced down below.
SNES Game Pak, Front The following is a standard SNES game pak measuring in at 5.3' x 3.5' x 0.75' and weighing 3.2 ounces in total. Artwork and information from the cartridge box are reproduced along the upper portion of the gray game pak.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly – use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoria Era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
Additional SNES Release ArtifactsThe following is a guide that was available to players at the time of Chrono Trigger's SNES release. It has been compiled in an Adobe PDF file down below. Please allow adequate time for the file to download. ▹ Chrono Trigger Nintendo Players Guide (1995)These are scans of Nintendo Power magazine's coverage of Chrono Trigger (volumes 73 and 74) that was available to players at the time of Chrono Trigger's SNES release. In the RPG and Japanese games section, called Epic Center, Chrono Trigger was discussed and then reviewed by players. It has been compiled in an Adobe PDF file down below. Please allow adequate time for the file to download. ▹ Nintendo Power Volume 73 (1995) |
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original SNES release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends -- especially between the various video game iterations -- will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono Triggerblaj About the Version Used in this ProjectThis SNES cartridge box and its contents were purchased from Ebay on June 25, 2015, specifically for this project. It sold for $250 U.S. dollars, and was recieved from Greeley, Colorado on June 29. Noticeable wear and tear is present on the SNES cartridge box itself, but surprisingly all other artifacts are in very good condition. SNES Cartridge Box Contents▹ One SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve)SNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration – and is now well-renowned as the most iconic image of Chrono Trigger). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword." Below this image, is Squaresoft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of (K-A ®), "KIDS TO ADULTS, Ages 6+," is displayed – a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to E (EVERYONE ®).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Front The front cover is a reiteration of the black cartridge box art featured in the packaging, with an image of Crono posing on the right with the main cover art in the background. This rendition of the cover art appears to be spreading out of its frame (since the white top border is removed and the title is reproduced at a larger scale and with a white stroke effect). This imagery continues to the reverse side of the instruction booklet.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Back The back cover features the rest of the main cover art, along with Frog's standard pose tilted and appearing to enter in from the left. Below this is more detailed information concerning Squaresoft which reads: "SQUARESOFT ®, Westpark G-1, 8351 – 154th Ave. N.E. Redmond, WA 98052, For Square Soft Customer Service/Game Counseling, CALL (206) 861-0303, Automated: 24hrs., Live Service: Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm PST."
SNES Instruction Booklet, Contents When compared to later iterations of this instruction booklet, the following guide is far more explicit in its account of story, characters, game mechanics, and descriptions. A comprehensive walkthrough section towards the end of the booklet, along with imagery depicting particular endings is also present. Reasons as to why this occurred with earlier video games are numerous, but they mainly correspond with the historical pre-web setting of the eighties and nineties. In order to benefit from this reality, video game companies also employed the use of hint-lines (telephone lines that offered advice for players at steep prices). This is why, in various locations of the original release, information pertaining to hint-lines are frequent and noticeable. The most notable examples of this "explicit" trend have been reproduced down below.
SNES Game Pak, Front The following is a standard SNES game pak measuring in at 5.3' x 3.5' x 0.75' and weighing 3.2 ounces in total. Artwork and information from the cartridge box are reproduced along the upper portion of the gray game pak.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly – use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoria Era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
Additional SNES Release ArtifactsThe following is a guide that was available to players at the time of Chrono Trigger's SNES release. It has been compiled in an Adobe PDF file down below. Please allow adequate time for the file to download. ▹ Chrono Trigger Nintendo Players Guide (1995)These are scans of Nintendo Power magazine's coverage of Chrono Trigger (volumes 73 and 74) that was available to players at the time of Chrono Trigger's SNES release. In the RPG and Japanese games section, called Epic Center, Chrono Trigger was discussed and then reviewed by players. It has been compiled in an Adobe PDF file down below. Please allow adequate time for the file to download. ▹ Nintendo Power Volume 73 (1995) |
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original SNES release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends -- especially between the various video game iterations -- will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono Triggerblaj About the Version Used in this ProjectThis SNES cartridge box and its contents were purchased from Ebay on June 25, 2015, specifically for this project. It sold for $250 U.S. dollars, and was recieved from Greeley, Colorado on June 29. Noticeable wear and tear is present on the SNES cartridge box itself, but surprisingly all other artifacts are in very good condition. SNES Cartridge Box Contents▹ One SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve)SNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration – and is now well-renowned as the most iconic image of Chrono Trigger). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword." Below this image, is Squaresoft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of (K-A ®), "KIDS TO ADULTS, Ages 6+," is displayed – a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to E (EVERYONE ®).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Front The front cover is a reiteration of the black cartridge box art featured in the packaging, with an image of Crono posing on the right with the main cover art in the background. This rendition of the cover art appears to be spreading out of its frame (since the white top border is removed and the title is reproduced at a larger scale and with a white stroke effect). This imagery continues to the reverse side of the instruction booklet.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Back The back cover features the rest of the main cover art, along with Frog's standard pose tilted and appearing to enter in from the left. Below this is more detailed information concerning Squaresoft which reads: "SQUARESOFT ®, Westpark G-1, 8351 – 154th Ave. N.E. Redmond, WA 98052, For Square Soft Customer Service/Game Counseling, CALL (206) 861-0303, Automated: 24hrs., Live Service: Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm PST."
SNES Instruction Booklet, Contents When compared to later iterations of this instruction booklet, the following guide is far more explicit in its account of story, characters, game mechanics, and descriptions. A comprehensive walkthrough section towards the end of the booklet, along with imagery depicting particular endings is also present. Reasons as to why this occurred with earlier video games are numerous, but they mainly correspond with the historical pre-web setting of the eighties and nineties. In order to benefit from this reality, video game companies also employed the use of hint-lines (telephone lines that offered advice for players at steep prices). This is why, in various locations of the original release, information pertaining to hint-lines are frequent and noticeable. The most notable examples of this "explicit" trend have been reproduced down below.
SNES Game Pak, Front The following is a standard SNES game pak measuring in at 5.3' x 3.5' x 0.75' and weighing 3.2 ounces in total. Artwork and information from the cartridge box are reproduced along the upper portion of the gray game pak.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly – use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoria Era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
Additional SNES Release ArtifactsThe following is a guide that was available to players at the time of Chrono Trigger's SNES release. It has been compiled in an Adobe PDF file down below. Please allow adequate time for the file to download. ▹ Chrono Trigger Nintendo Players Guide (1995)These are scans of Nintendo Power magazine's coverage of Chrono Trigger (volumes 73 and 74) that was available to players at the time of Chrono Trigger's SNES release. In the RPG and Japanese games section, called Epic Center, Chrono Trigger was discussed and then reviewed by players. It has been compiled in an Adobe PDF file down below. Please allow adequate time for the file to download. ▹ Nintendo Power Volume 73 (1995) |
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original SNES release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends -- especially between the various video game iterations -- will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono Triggerblaj About the Version Used in this ProjectThis SNES cartridge box and its contents were purchased from Ebay on June 25, 2015, specifically for this project. It sold for $250 U.S. dollars, and was recieved from Greeley, Colorado on June 29. Noticeable wear and tear is present on the SNES cartridge box itself, but surprisingly all other artifacts are in very good condition. SNES Cartridge Box Contents▹ One SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve)SNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration – and is now well-renowned as the most iconic image of Chrono Trigger). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword." Below this image, is Squaresoft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of (K-A ®), "KIDS TO ADULTS, Ages 6+," is displayed – a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to E (EVERYONE ®).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Front The front cover is a reiteration of the black cartridge box art featured in the packaging, with an image of Crono posing on the right with the main cover art in the background. This rendition of the cover art appears to be spreading out of its frame (since the white top border is removed and the title is reproduced at a larger scale and with a white stroke effect). This imagery continues to the reverse side of the instruction booklet.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Back The back cover features the rest of the main cover art, along with Frog's standard pose tilted and appearing to enter in from the left. Below this is more detailed information concerning Squaresoft which reads: "SQUARESOFT ®, Westpark G-1, 8351 – 154th Ave. N.E. Redmond, WA 98052, For Square Soft Customer Service/Game Counseling, CALL (206) 861-0303, Automated: 24hrs., Live Service: Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm PST."
SNES Instruction Booklet, Contents When compared to later iterations of this instruction booklet, the following guide is far more explicit in its account of story, characters, game mechanics, and descriptions. A comprehensive walkthrough section towards the end of the booklet, along with imagery depicting particular endings is also present. Reasons as to why this occurred with earlier video games are numerous, but they mainly correspond with the historical pre-web setting of the eighties and nineties. In order to benefit from this reality, video game companies also employed the use of hint-lines (telephone lines that offered advice for players at steep prices). This is why, in various locations of the original release, information pertaining to hint-lines are frequent and noticeable. The most notable examples of this "explicit" trend have been reproduced down below.
SNES Game Pak, Front The following is a standard SNES game pak measuring in at 5.3' x 3.5' x 0.75' and weighing 3.2 ounces in total. Artwork and information from the cartridge box are reproduced along the upper portion of the gray game pak.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly – use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoria Era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
Additional SNES Release ArtifactsThe following is a guide that was available to players at the time of Chrono Trigger's SNES release. It has been compiled in an Adobe PDF file down below. Please allow adequate time for the file to download. ▹ Chrono Trigger Nintendo Players Guide (1995)These are scans of Nintendo Power magazine's coverage of Chrono Trigger (volumes 73 and 74) that was available to players at the time of Chrono Trigger's SNES release. In the RPG and Japanese games section, called Epic Center, Chrono Trigger was discussed and then reviewed by players. It has been compiled in an Adobe PDF file down below. Please allow adequate time for the file to download. ▹ Nintendo Power Volume 73 (1995) |
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original SNES release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends -- especially between the various video game iterations -- will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono Triggerblaj About the Version Used in this ProjectThis SNES cartridge box and its contents were purchased from Ebay on June 25, 2015, specifically for this project. It sold for $250 U.S. dollars, and was recieved from Greeley, Colorado on June 29. Noticeable wear and tear is present on the SNES cartridge box itself, but surprisingly all other artifacts are in very good condition. SNES Cartridge Box Contents▹ One SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve)SNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration – and is now well-renowned as the most iconic image of Chrono Trigger). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword." Below this image, is Squaresoft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of (K-A ®), "KIDS TO ADULTS, Ages 6+," is displayed – a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to E (EVERYONE ®).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Front The front cover is a reiteration of the black cartridge box art featured in the packaging, with an image of Crono posing on the right with the main cover art in the background. This rendition of the cover art appears to be spreading out of its frame (since the white top border is removed and the title is reproduced at a larger scale and with a white stroke effect). This imagery continues to the reverse side of the instruction booklet.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Back The back cover features the rest of the main cover art, along with Frog's standard pose tilted and appearing to enter in from the left. Below this is more detailed information concerning Squaresoft which reads: "SQUARESOFT ®, Westpark G-1, 8351 – 154th Ave. N.E. Redmond, WA 98052, For Square Soft Customer Service/Game Counseling, CALL (206) 861-0303, Automated: 24hrs., Live Service: Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm PST."
SNES Instruction Booklet, Contents When compared to later iterations of this instruction booklet, the following guide is far more explicit in its account of story, characters, game mechanics, and descriptions. A comprehensive walkthrough section towards the end of the booklet, along with imagery depicting particular endings is also present. Reasons as to why this occurred with earlier video games are numerous, but they mainly correspond with the historical pre-web setting of the eighties and nineties. In order to benefit from this reality, video game companies also employed the use of hint-lines (telephone lines that offered advice for players at steep prices). This is why, in various locations of the original release, information pertaining to hint-lines are frequent and noticeable. The most notable examples of this "explicit" trend have been reproduced down below.
SNES Game Pak, Front The following is a standard SNES game pak measuring in at 5.3' x 3.5' x 0.75' and weighing 3.2 ounces in total. Artwork and information from the cartridge box are reproduced along the upper portion of the gray game pak.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly – use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoria Era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
Additional SNES Release ArtifactsThe following is a guide that was available to players at the time of Chrono Trigger's SNES release. It has been compiled in an Adobe PDF file down below. Please allow adequate time for the file to download. ▹ Chrono Trigger Nintendo Players Guide (1995) |
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original SNES release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends -- especially between the various video game iterations -- will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono Triggerblaj About the Version Used in this ProjectThis SNES cartridge box and its contents were purchased from Ebay on June 25, 2015, specifically for this project. It sold for $250 U.S. dollars, and was recieved from Greeley, Colorado on June 29. Noticeable wear and tear is present on the SNES cartridge box itself, but surprisingly all other artifacts are in very good condition. SNES Cartridge Box Contents▹ One SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve)SNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration – and is now well-renowned as the most iconic image of Chrono Trigger). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword." Below this image, is Squaresoft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of (K-A ®), "KIDS TO ADULTS, Ages 6+," is displayed – a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to E (EVERYONE ®).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Front The front cover is a reiteration of the black cartridge box art featured in the packaging, with an image of Crono posing on the right with the main cover art in the background. This rendition of the cover art appears to be spreading out of its frame (since the white top border is removed and the title is reproduced at a larger scale and with a white stroke effect). This imagery continues to the reverse side of the instruction booklet.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Back The back cover features the rest of the main cover art, along with Frog's standard pose tilted and appearing to enter in from the left. Below this is more detailed information concerning Squaresoft which reads: "SQUARESOFT ®, Westpark G-1, 8351 – 154th Ave. N.E. Redmond, WA 98052, For Square Soft Customer Service/Game Counseling, CALL (206) 861-0303, Automated: 24hrs., Live Service: Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm PST."
SNES Instruction Booklet, Contents When compared to later iterations of this instruction booklet, the following guide is far more explicit in its account of story, characters, game mechanics, and descriptions. A comprehensive walkthrough section towards the end of the booklet, along with imagery depicting particular endings is also present. Reasons as to why this occurred with earlier video games are numerous, but they mainly correspond with the historical pre-web setting of the eighties and nineties. In order to benefit from this reality, video game companies also employed the use of hint-lines (telephone lines that offered advice for players at steep prices). This is why, in various locations of the original release, information pertaining to hint-lines are frequent and noticeable. The most notable examples of this "explicit" trend have been reproduced down below.
SNES Game Pak, Front The following is a standard SNES game pak measuring in at 5.3' x 3.5' x 0.75' and weighing 3.2 ounces in total. Artwork and information from the cartridge box are reproduced along the upper portion of the gray game pak.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly – use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoria Era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
Additional PlayStation Re-release ArtifactsThe following is a guide that was available to players at the time of Chrono Trigger's SNES release. It has been compiled in an Adobe PDF file down below. Please allow adequate time for the file to download. ▹ Chrono Trigger Nintendo Players Guide (1995) |
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original SNES release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends -- especially between the various video game iterations -- will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono Triggerblaj About the Version Used in this ProjectThis SNES cartridge box and its contents were purchased from Ebay on June 25, 2015, specifically for this project. It sold for $250 U.S. dollars, and was recieved from Greeley, Colorado on June 29. Noticeable wear and tear is present on the SNES cartridge box itself, but surprisingly all other artifacts are in very good condition. SNES Cartridge Box Contents▹ One SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve)SNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration – and is now well-renowned as the most iconic image of Chrono Trigger). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword." Below this image, is Squaresoft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of (K-A ®), "KIDS TO ADULTS, Ages 6+," is displayed – a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to E (EVERYONE ®).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Front The front cover is a reiteration of the black cartridge box art featured in the packaging, with an image of Crono posing on the right with the main cover art in the background. This rendition of the cover art appears to be spreading out of its frame (since the white top border is removed and the title is reproduced at a larger scale and with a white stroke effect). This imagery continues to the reverse side of the instruction booklet.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Back The back cover features the rest of the main cover art, along with Frog's standard pose tilted and appearing to enter in from the left. Below this is more detailed information concerning Squaresoft which reads: "SQUARESOFT ®, Westpark G-1, 8351 – 154th Ave. N.E. Redmond, WA 98052, For Square Soft Customer Service/Game Counseling, CALL (206) 861-0303, Automated: 24hrs., Live Service: Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm PST."
SNES Instruction Booklet, Contents When compared to later iterations of this instruction booklet, the following guide is far more explicit in its account of story, characters, game mechanics, and descriptions. A comprehensive walkthrough section towards the end of the booklet, along with imagery depicting particular endings is also present. Reasons as to why this occurred with earlier video games are numerous, but they mainly correspond with the historical pre-web setting of the eighties and nineties. In order to benefit from this reality, video game companies also employed the use of hint-lines (telephone lines that offered advice for players at steep prices). This is why, in various locations of the original release, information pertaining to hint-lines are frequent and noticeable. The most notable examples of this "explicit" trend have been reproduced down below.
SNES Game Pak, Front The following is a standard SNES game pak measuring in at 5.3' x 3.5' x 0.75' and weighing 3.2 ounces in total. Artwork and information from the cartridge box are reproduced along the upper portion of the gray game pak.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly – use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoria Era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original SNES release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends -- especially between the various video game iterations -- will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono Triggerblaj About the Version Used in this ProjectThis SNES cartridge box and its contents were purchased from Ebay on June 25, 2015, specifically for this project. It sold for $250 U.S. dollars, and was recieved from Greeley, Colorado on June 29. Noticeable wear and tear is present on the SNES cartridge box itself, but surprisingly all other artifacts are in very good condition. SNES Cartridge Box Contents▹ One SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve)SNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration – and is now well-renowned as the most iconic image of Chrono Trigger). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword." Below this image, is Squaresoft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of K-A, "KIDS TO ADULTS, Ages 6+," is displayed – a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to E (EVERYONE).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Front The front cover is a reiteration of the black cartridge box art featured in the packaging, with an image of Crono posing on the right with the main cover art in the background. This rendition of the cover art appears to be spreading out of its frame (since the white top border is removed and the title is reproduced at a larger scale and with a white stroke effect). This imagery continues to the reverse side of the instruction booklet.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Back The back cover features the rest of the main cover art, along with Frog's standard pose tilted and appearing to enter in from the left. Below this is more detailed information concerning Squaresoft which reads: "SQUARESOFT ®, Westpark G-1, 8351 – 154th Ave. N.E. Redmond, WA 98052, For Square Soft Customer Service/Game Counseling, CALL (206) 861-0303, Automated: 24hrs., Live Service: Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm PST."
SNES Instruction Booklet, Contents When compared to later iterations of this instruction booklet, the following guide is far more explicit in its account of story, characters, game mechanics, and descriptions. A comprehensive walkthrough section towards the end of the booklet, along with imagery depicting particular endings is also present. Reasons as to why this occurred with earlier video games are numerous, but they mainly correspond with the historical pre-web setting of the eighties and nineties. In order to benefit from this reality, video game companies also employed the use of hint-lines (telephone lines that offered advice for players at steep prices). This is why, in various locations of the original release, information pertaining to hint-lines are frequent and noticeable. The most notable examples of this "explicit" trend have been reproduced down below.
SNES Game Pak, Front The following is a standard SNES game pak measuring in at 5.3' x 3.5' x 0.75' and weighing 3.2 ounces in total. Artwork and information from the cartridge box are reproduced along the upper portion of the gray game pak.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly – use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoria Era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original SNES release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends -- especially between the various video game iterations -- will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono Triggerblaj About the Version Used in this ProjectThis SNES cartridge box and its contents were purchased from Ebay on June 25, 2015, specifically for this project. It sold for $250 U.S. dollars, and was recieved from Greeley, Colorado on June 29. Noticeable wear and tear is present on the SNES cartridge box itself, but surprisingly all other artifacts are in very good condition. SNES Cartridge Box Contents▹ One SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve)SNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration – and is now well-renowned as the most iconic image of Chrono Trigger). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword." Below this image, is Squaresoft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of K-A, "KIDS TO ADULTS, Ages 6+," is displayed – a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to E (EVERYONE).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Front The front cover is a reiteration of the black cartridge box art featured in the packaging, with an image of Crono posing on the right with the main cover art in the background. This rendition of the cover art appears to be spreading out of its frame (since the white top border is removed and the title is reproduced at a larger scale and with a white stroke effect). This imagery continues to the reverse side of the instruction booklet.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Back The back cover features the rest of the main cover art, along with Frog's standard pose tilted and appearing to enter in from the left. Below this is more detailed information concerning Squaresoft which reads: "SQUARESOFT ®, Westpark G-1, 8351 – 154th Ave. N.E. Redmond, WA 98052, For Square Soft Customer Service/Game Counseling, CALL (206) 861-0303, Automated: 24hrs., Live Service: Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm PST."
SNES Instruction Booklet, Contents When compared to later iterations of this instruction booklet, the following guide is far more explicit in its account of story, characters, game mechanics, and descriptions. A comprehensive walkthrough section towards the end of the booklet, along with imagery depicting particular endings is also present. Reasons as to why this occurred with earlier video games are numerous, but they mainly correspond with the historical pre-web setting of the eighties and nineties. In order to benefit from this reality, video game companies also employed the use of hint-lines (telephone lines that offered advice for players at steep prices). This is why, in various locations of the original release, information pertaining to hint-lines are frequent and noticeable. The most notable examples of this "explicit" trend have been reproduced down below.
SNES Game Pak, Front The following is a standard SNES game pak measuring in at 5.3' x 3.5' x 0.75' and weighing 3.2 ounces in total. Artwork and information from the cartridge box are reproduced along the upper portion of the gray game pak.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly – use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoria Era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original SNES release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends -- especially between the various video game iterations -- will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono Triggerblaj About the Version Used in this ProjectThis SNES cartridge box and its contents were purchased from Ebay on June 25, 2015, specifically for this project. It sold for $250 U.S. dollars, and was recieved from Greeley, Colorado on June 29. Noticeable wear and tear is present on the SNES cartridge box itself, but surprisingly all other artifacts are in very good condition. SNES Cartridge Box Contents▹ One SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve)SNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration – and is now well-renowned as the most iconic image of Chrono Trigger). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword." Below this image, is Squaresoft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of K-A, "KIDS TO ADULTS, Ages 6+," is displayed – a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to E (EVERYONE).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Front The front cover is a reiteration of the black cartridge box art featured in the packaging, with an image of Crono posing on the right with the main cover art in the background. This rendition of the cover art appears to be spreading out of its frame (since the white top border is removed and the title is reproduced at a larger scale and with a white stroke effect). This imagery continues to the reverse side of the instruction booklet.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Back The back cover features the rest of the main cover art, along with Frog's standard pose tilted and appearing to enter in from the left. Below this is more detailed information concerning Squaresoft which reads: "SQUARESOFT ®, Westpark G-1, 8351 – 154th Ave. N.E. Redmond, WA 98052, For Square Soft Customer Service/Game Counseling, CALL (206) 861-0303, Automated: 24hrs., Live Service: Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm PST."
SNES Instruction Booklet, Contents When compared to later iterations of this instruction booklet, the following guide is far more explicit in its account of story, characters, game mechanics, and descriptions. A comprehensive walkthrough section towards the end of the booklet, along with imagery depicting particular endings is also present. Reasons as to why this occurred with earlier video games are numerous, but they mainly correspond with the historical pre-web setting of the eighties and nineties. In order to benefit from this reality, video game companies also employed the use of hint-lines (telephone lines that offered advice for players at steep prices). This is why, in various locations of the original release, information pertaining to hint-lines are frequent and noticeable. The most notable examples of this "explicit" trend have been reproduced down below.
SNES Game Pak, Front The following is a standard SNES game pak measuring in at 5.3' x 3.5' x 0.75' and weighing 3.2 ounces in total. Artwork and information from the cartridge box are reproduced along the upper portion of the gray game pak.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly – use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoria Era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original SNES release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends -- especially between the various video game iterations -- will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono Triggerblaj About the Version Used in this ProjectThis SNES cartridge box and its contents were purchased from Ebay on June 25, 2015, specifically for this project. It sold for $250 U.S. dollars, and was recieved from Greeley, Colorado on June 29. Noticeable wear and tear is present on the SNES cartridge box itself, but surprisingly all other artifacts are in very good condition. SNES Cartridge Box Contents▹ One SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve)SNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration – and is now well-renowned as the most iconic image of Chrono Trigger). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword." Below this image, is Squaresoft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of K-A, "KIDS TO ADULTS, Ages 6+," is displayed – a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to E (EVERYONE).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Front The front cover is a reiteration of the black cartridge box art featured in the packaging, with an image of Crono posing on the right with the main cover art in the background. This rendition of the cover art appears to be spreading out of its frame (since the white top border is removed and the title is reproduced at a larger scale and with a white stroke effect). This imagery continues to the reverse side of the instruction booklet.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Back The back cover features the rest of the main cover art, along with Frog's standard pose tilted and appearing to enter in from the left. Below this is more detailed information concerning Squaresoft which reads: "SQUARESOFT, Westpark G-1, 8351 – 154th Ave. N.E. Redmond, WA 98052, For Square Soft Customer Service/Game Counseling, CALL (206) 861-0303, Automated: 24hrs., Live Service: Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm PST."
SNES Instruction Booklet, Contents When compared to later iterations of this instruction booklet, the following guide is far more explicit in its account of story, characters, game mechanics, and descriptions. A comprehensive walkthrough section towards the end of the booklet, along with imagery depicting particular endings is also present. Reasons as to why this occurred with earlier video games are numerous, but they mainly correspond with the historical pre-web setting of the eighties and nineties. In order to benefit from this reality, video game companies also employed the use of hint-lines (telephone lines that offered advice for players at steep prices). This is why, in various locations of the original release, information pertaining to hint-lines are frequent and noticeable. The most notable examples of this "explicit" trend have been reproduced down below.
SNES Game Pak, Front The following is a standard SNES game pak measuring in at 5.3' x 3.5' x 0.75' and weighing 3.2 ounces in total. Artwork and information from the cartridge box are reproduced along the upper portion of the gray game pak.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly – use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoria Era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original SNES release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends -- especially between the various video game iterations -- will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono Triggerblaj About the Version Used in this ProjectThis SNES cartridge box and its contents were purchased from Ebay on June 25, 2015, specifically for this project. It sold for $250 U.S. dollars, and was recieved from Greeley, Colorado on June 29. Noticeable wear and tear is present on the SNES cartridge box itself, but surprisingly all other artifacts are in very good condition. SNES Cartridge Box Contents▹ One SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve)SNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration – and is now well-renowned as the most iconic image of Chrono Trigger). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword." Below this image, is Squaresoft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of K-A, "KIDS TO ADULTS, Ages 6+," is displayed – a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to E (EVERYONE).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Front The front cover is a reiteration of the black cartridge box art featured in the packaging, with an image of Crono posing on the right with the main cover art in the background. This rendition of the cover art appears to be spreading out of its frame (since the white top border is removed and the title is reproduced at a larger scale and with a white stroke effect). This imagery continues to the reverse side of the instruction booklet.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Back The back cover features the rest of the main cover art, along with Frog's standard pose tilted and appearing to enter in from the left. Below this is more detailed information concerning Squaresoft which reads: "SQUARESOFT, Westpark G-1, 8351 – 154th Ave. N.E. Redmond, WA 98052, For Square Soft Customer Service/Game Counseling, CALL (206) 861-0303, Automated: 24hrs., Live Service: Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm PST."
SNES Instruction Booklet, Contents When compared to later iterations of this instruction booklet, the following guide is far more explicit in its account of story, characters, game mechanics, and descriptions. Reasons as to why this occurred with earlier video games are numerous, but they mainly correspond with the historical pre-web setting of the eighties and nineties. In order to benefit from this reality, video game companies also employed the use of hint-lines (telephone lines that offered advice for players at steep prices). This is why, in various locations of the original release, information pertaining to hint-lines are frequent and noticeable. The most notable examples of this "explicity" trend have been reproduced down below.
SNES Game Pak, Front The following is a standard SNES game pak measuring in at 5.3' x 3.5' x 0.75' and weighing 3.2 ounces in total. Artwork and information from the cartridge box are reproduced along the upper portion of the gray game pak.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly – use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoria Era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original SNES release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends -- especially between the various video game iterations -- will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono Triggerblaj About the Version Used in this ProjectThis SNES cartridge box and its contents were purchased from Ebay on June 25, 2015, specifically for this project. It sold for $250 U.S. dollars, and was recieved from Greeley, Colorado on June 29. Noticeable wear and tear is present on the SNES cartridge box itself, but surprisingly all other artifacts are in very good condition. SNES Cartridge Box Contents▹ One SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve)SNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration – and is now well-renowned as the most iconic image of Chrono Trigger). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword." Below this image, is Squaresoft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of K-A, "KIDS TO ADULTS, Ages 6+," is displayed – a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to E (EVERYONE).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Front The front cover is a reiteration of the black cartridge box art featured in the packaging, with an image of Crono posing on the right with the main cover art in the background. This rendition of the cover art appears to be spreading out of its frame (since the white top border is removed and the title is reproduced at a larger scale and with a white stroke effect). This imagery continues to the reverse side of the instruction booklet.
SNES Instruction Booklet, Back The front cover is a reiteration of the black cartridge box art featured in the packaging, with an image of Crono posing on the right with the main cover art in the background. This rendition of the cover art appears to be spreading out of its frame (since the white top border is removed and the title is reproduced at a larger scale and with a white stroke effect). This imagery continues to the reverse side of the instruction booklet.
SNES Game Pak, Front The back cover features the rest of the main cover art, along with Frog's standard pose tilted and appearing to enter in from the left. Below this is more detailed information concerning Squaresoft which reads: "SQUARESOFT, Westpark G-1, 8351 – 154th Ave. N.E. Redmond, WA 98052, For Square Soft Customer Service/Game Counseling, CALL (206) 861-0303, Automated: 24hrs., Live Service: Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm PST."
SNES Instruction Booklet, Contents When compared to later iterations of this instruction booklet, the following guide is far more explicit in its account of story, characters, game mechanics, and descriptions. Reasons as to why this occurred with earlier video games are numerous, but they mainly correspond with the historical pre-web setting of the eighties and nineties. In order to benefit from this reality, video game companies also employed the use of hint-lines (telephone lines that offered advice for players at steep prices). This is why, in various locations of the original release, information pertaining to hint-lines are frequent and noticeable. The most notable examples of this "explicity" trend have been reproduced down below.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly – use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoria Era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original SNES release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends -- especially between the various video game iterations -- will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono Triggerblaj About the Version Used in this ProjectThis SNES cartridge box and its contents were purchased from Ebay on June 25, 2015, specifically for this project. It sold for $250 U.S. dollars, and was recieved from Greeley, Colorado on June 29. Noticeable wear and tear is present on the SNES cartridge box itself, but surprisingly all other artifacts are in very good condition. SNES Cartridge Box Contents▹ One SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve)SNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration – and is now well-renowned as the most iconic image of Chrono Trigger). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword." Below this image, is Squaresoft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of K-A, "KIDS TO ADULTS, Ages 6+," is displayed – a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to E (EVERYONE).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Instruction Booklet On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
SNES Game Pak, Front The following is a standard SNES game pak measuring in at 5.3" x 3.5" x 0.75" and weighing 3.2 ounces in total. Artwork and information from the cartridge box are reproduced along the upper portion of the gray game pak.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly – use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoria Era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original SNES release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends -- especially between the various video game iterations -- will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono Triggerblaj About the Version Used in this ProjectThis SNES cartridge box and its contents were purchased from Ebay on June 25, 2015, specifically for this project. It sold for $250 U.S. dollars, and was recieved from Greeley, Colorado on June 29. Noticeable wear and tear is present on the SNES cartridge box itself, but surprisingly all other artifacts are in very good condition. SNES Cartridge Box Contents▹ One SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve)SNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration – and is now well-renowned as the most iconic image of Chrono Trigger). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword." Below this image, is Square Soft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of K-A, "KIDS TO ADULTS, Ages 6+," is displayed – a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to E (EVERYONE).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Instruction Booklet On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
SNES Game Pak, Front The following is a standard SNES game pak measuring in at 5.3' x 3.5' x 0.75' and weighing 3.2 ounces in total. Artwork and information from the cartridge box are reproduced along the upper portion of the gray game pak.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly – use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoria Era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original SNES release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends -- especially between the various video game iterations -- will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono Triggerblaj About the Version Used in this ProjectThis SNES cartridge box and its contents were purchased from Ebay on June 25, 2015, specifically for this project. It sold for $250 U.S. dollars, and was recieved from Greeley, Colorado on June 29. Noticeable wear and tear is present on the SNES cartridge box itself, but surprisingly all other artifacts are in very good condition. SNES Cartridge Box Contents▹ One SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve)SNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration – and is now well-renowned as the iconic image of Chrono Trigger). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword." Below this image, is Square Soft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of K-A, "KIDS TO ADULTS, Ages 6+," is displayed – a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to E (EVERYONE).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Instruction Booklet On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
SNES Game Pak, Front The following is a standard SNES game pak measuring in at 5.3' x 3.5' x 0.75' and weighing 3.2 ounces in total. Artwork and information from the cartridge box are reproduced along the upper portion of the gray game pak.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly – use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoria Era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original SNES release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends -- especially between the various video game iterations -- will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono Triggerblaj About the Version Used in this ProjectThis SNES cartridge box and its contents were purchased from Ebay on June 25, 2015, specifically for this project. It sold for $250 U.S. dollars, and was recieved from Greeley, Colorado on June 29. Noticeable wear and tear is present on the SNES cartridge box itself, but surprisingly all other artifacts are in very good condition. SNES Cartridge Box ContentsOne SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve)SNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration – and is now well-renowned as the iconic image of Chrono Trigger). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword." Below this image, is Square Soft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of K-A, "KIDS TO ADULTS, Ages 6+," is displayed – a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to E (EVERYONE).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Instruction Booklet On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
SNES Game Pak, Front The following is a standard SNES game pak measuring in at 5.3' x 3.5' x 0.75' and weighing 3.2 ounces in total. Artwork and information from the cartridge box are reproduced along the upper portion of the gray game pak.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly – use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoria Era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original SNES release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends -- especially between the various video game iterations -- will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono Triggerblaj About the Version Used in this ProjectThis SNES cartridge box and its contents were purchased from Ebay on June 25, 2015, specifically for this project. It sold for $250 U.S. dollars, and was recieved from Greeley, Colorado on June 29. Noticeable wear and tear is present on the SNES cartridge box itself, but surprisingly all other artifacts are in very good condition. SNES Cartridge Box ContentsOne SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve)SNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration – and is now well-renowned as the iconic image of Chrono Trigger). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword." Below this image, is Square Soft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of K-A, "KIDS TO ADULTS, Ages 6+," is displayed – a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to E (EVERYONE).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Game Pak, Front The following is a standard SNES game pak measuring in at 5.3' x 3.5' x 0.75' and weighing 3.2 ounces in total. Artwork and information from the cartridge box are reproduced along the upper portion of the gray game pak.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly – use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoria Era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original SNES release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends -- especially between the various video game iterations -- will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono Triggerblaj About the Version Used in this Projectblah SNES Cartridge Box ContentsOne SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve)SNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration – and is now well-renowned as the iconic image of Chrono Trigger). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword." Below this image, is Square Soft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of K-A, "KIDS TO ADULTS, Ages 6+," is displayed – a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to E (EVERYONE).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Game Pak, Front The following is a standard SNES game pak measuring in at 5.3' x 3.5' x 0.75' and weighing 3.2 ounces in total. Artwork and information from the cartridge box are reproduced along the upper portion of the gray game pak.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly – use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoria Era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original SNES release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends -- especially between the various video game iterations -- will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono Triggerblaj About the Version Used in this Projectblah SNES Cartridge Box ContentsOne SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve)One Instruction BookletTwo double-sided posters depicting eras and locales the video game explores, along with various illustrations by Akira ToriyamaSNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration – and is now well-renowned as the iconic image of Chrono Trigger). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword." Below this image, is Square Soft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of K-A, "KIDS TO ADULTS, Ages 6+," is displayed – a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to E (EVERYONE).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Game Pak, Front The following is a standard SNES game pak measuring in at 5.3' x 3.5' x 0.75' and weighing 3.2 ounces in total. Artwork and information from the cartridge box are reproduced along the upper portion of the gray game pak.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly – use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoria Era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original SNES release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends -- especially between the various video game iterations -- will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono Triggerblaj About the Version Used in this Projectblah SNES Cartridge Box ContentsOne SNES Game Pak (encased in a white container and fitted with a dust sleeve) One Instruction Booklet Two double-sided posters depicting eras and locales the video game explores, along with various illustrations by Akira Toriyama SNES Cartridge Box, Front Made out of black cardboard, the box measures 7" x 5" x 1.25" in size and features art by Akira Toriyama (that has been reproduced as a complimentary poster in the game box, but also as artwork for the Nintendo DS iteration – and is now well-renowned as the iconic image of Chrono Trigger). In this scene, Crono, Frog, and Marle are in the heat of a battle (with Crono and Marle demonstrating what appears to be the tech move "Ice Sword." Below this image, is Square Soft's logo and a red SNES logo. In the bottom left, an ESRB rating of K-A, "KIDS TO ADULTS, Ages 6+," is displayed – a rating that will later be changed in 1998 to E (EVERYONE).
SNES Cartridge Box, Back The back of the cartridge box reads: "The 32-Meg quest begins. The millennium. A portal is opened. The chain of time is broken. A young man is transported into the past, altering the course of history and the outcome of the future. He has to find his way home, but first he must travel to the outer edges of time to repair the world's chronology. On the way, he encounters strange friends and foes, utilizes incredible devices and vehicles, and penetrates and neutralizes the fortresses of the past, present, and future. A paradox has been created. If he does not restore the order of time, nothing will ever be the same. He is the one who will become a hero. He is Crono." Two captions also read: "From the creators of the acclaimed Final Fantasy series" and "Character designs by Akira Toriyama." Screenshots from the video game are depicted as well, and from left to right, the scenes depicted are: a view of the Kingdom of Zeal; a depiction of the Dragon Tank battle on the Prison Towers; a shot of the Zenan Bridge fight against Zombor (with Crono, Marle, and Lucca); a scene of the Crono trial scene; an image of Magus' castle; an aerial shot of the "Black Omen"; and a scene of Marle, Crono, and Ayla flying the Epoch. In the center of this collage, is an image of Crono bearing his katana. Lastly, below this is information reiterated from the front of the cartridge box.
SNES Game Pak, Front The following is a standard SNES game pak measuring in at 5.3' x 3.5' x 0.75' and weighing 3.2 ounces in total. Artwork and information from the cartridge box are reproduced along the upper portion of the gray game pak.
SNES Game Pak, Back The back side contains safety information in English, and reads: "IMPORTANT, Power must be off before loading or removing the game pak. This game pak must be cleaned regularly – use the Super NES Cleaning Kit only. Please refer to the consumer information booklet for additional precautions and maintenance details." Down below, in French and Spanish, it advises individuals to consult the manual under the "Information for the Consumer" section for more details. Underneath this text is an engraved Nintendo logo.
1st Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: the Kingdom of Zeal (12,000 B.C.); Earth Bound Village (12,000 B.C.); and Prehistoria (65,000,000 B.C.). On the left side, Ayla is featured, and towards the right, both Frog and Crono are shown.
1st Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, artwork depicting a campfire scene with Ayla, Robo, and Crono is shown. Around them are numerous creatures and monsters watching them as they rest, and from the looks of it, these appear to signify the Prehistoria Era.
2nd Poster, Side One Depicted on this side of the poster are various eras and locales from the video game: Post Apocalypse (2,300 A.D.); Crono's World (1,000 A.D.); Medieval Kingdom (600 A.D.); and The End of Time. On the left side, Marle is featured, and towards the right, both Lucca and Robo are shown. Towards the top, an image of Crono, Frog, and Lucca flying the Epoch is also displayed.
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
2nd Poster, Side Two On the reverse side, the artwork from the cartridge box is replicated in a larger format (as opposed to the Nintendo DS poster – which replicates this art, but leaves the reverse side blank).
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original SNES release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends -- especially between the various video game iterations -- will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono Triggerblaj About the Version Used in this Projectblah SNES Cartridge Box ContentsTwo double-sided posters depicting eras and locales the video game explores, along with various illustrations by Akira Toriyama 1. General introduction to Uncle Roger and instructions for interacting with "A Party in Woodside" |
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original SNES release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends -- especially between the various video game iterations -- will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release of Chrono Triggerblaj About the Version Used in this Projectblah SNES Cartridge Box ContentsTwo double-sided posters depicting eras and locales the video game explores, along with various illustrations by Akira Toriyama 1. General introduction to Uncle Roger and instructions for interacting with "A Party in Woodside" |
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content | sioc:content | [The following is a complete documentation of all ephemera encased within the original SNES release of Chrono Trigger. Discrepancies and similarities between physical materials such as guide books, manuals, posters, storage media, and media containers, along with trends -- especially between the various video game iterations -- will be discussed. Beside each description is a high-quality image of the document in question.] General Comments about the Packaging for the SNES release ofChrono Triggerblaj About the Version Used in this Projectblah SNES Cartridge Box ContentsFour hand-made inserts explaining the work, the last one signed by the author in 1988 1. General introduction to Uncle Roger and instructions for interacting with "A Party in Woodside" |
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title | dcterms:title | Photos of the Box and Its Content for Judy Malloy's Uncle Roger |
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content | sioc:content | General Comments about the Packaging for Uncle RogerThere are three boxed versions of Uncle Roger. The first, published in 1987, was a stand-alone package of "A Party in Woodside" that was numbered. In 1988 this version was republished with a few changes. The third version, also published in 1988, addressed a few bugs in the original and included all three files packaged in a clear plastic box. The 1988 version came either with 1) three separate folded inserts, one for each file, or 2) with an accordion fold insert that covered all the files. Malloy sold Uncle Roger for $15 through Art Com Catalog. Advertised in the catalog as "Software by Artists for Personal Computers," Uncle Roger was originally envisioned as software for which the box served as packaging. However, in making the packaging for each individual box, Malloy drew heavily from her art practice. Additionally, because Malloy exhibited Uncle Roger widely as a work of literary art, it is not a stretch to view the packaging as more than simply a container for software disks but also as an extension of her artistic vision. About the Version Used in this ProjectTwo complete copies of the box that constitutes the work, Uncle Roger, are archived at Duke University's Rubenstein Library in the Judy Malloy Papers. Another representing the original 1987 version, numbered "no. 10" can be found at the Museum of Modern Art (MOMA) in New York City. Because copies were sold by Art Com, it would be difficult to know how many are still available. The copy used for this project was provided by Malloy to Grigar and Moulthrop for developing the documentation for Pathfinders. This loaned version represents the 1988 version with separate inserts and may be a "second" not intended to be sent to Art Com for distribution. Thus, the anomalies discussed in the packaging reflect this possibility. Missing from this box is the final floppy disk, "Terminals," which Malloy kept with her at Princeton. Her copy of "Terminals" is missing the sleeve into which the floppy would have been slipped when packaged, which is why it is not shown here. Future plans for Pathfinders includes a visit to Duke Library and MOMA to view these copies. Production MethodThe label and inserts were designed by Malloy, who hand-lettered or created textual elements with Apple's The Print Shop, a desktop publishing software originally created for the Apple II. She, then, printed the layouts of the label and inserts on her own printer and trimmed the paper to size on a paper cutter or by hand. Because inserts contained four pages of textual information, information for each page needed to be produced and printed on her computer. They were, next, readied for a master layout by cutting them to the size of the paper on which the master copy layout would eventually be printed, then, pasted to the master copy layout. This master copy layout was, then, xeroxed once. If this copy showed lines where the pasted element had been, Malloy would need to eliminate the lines by whiting them out. She would xerox the master copy layout again. The process would continue until the final product was rid of all errant marks. If Malloy ran out of copies of the label to paste onto the box or inserts to include in it, she would remake these items. This production method explains why the box and inserts of Uncle Roger may vary from copy to copy. Special Note about This SectionOf all of the works included in Pathfinders, Malloy's is the most unique in that it was produced by the author with an authoring system she produced, called "Narrabase," and each copy that was sold and distributed was made by her hand. Because scholars like N. Katherine Hayles call for literary criticism of electronic literature to address the work's material specificities, the approach taken in examining Malloy's work does just that by describing each component of the work through direct interaction with it. It also draws upon ekphrasis, an approach to writing about art dating back to the ancient Greeks that provides a description of a work so that readers without access to it can still imagine it. This concept was discussed at the Electronic Literature Organization's "State of the Arts" conference at UCLA in 2002 during the session, entitled "Multimedia Criticism," moderated by Rob Kendall that included Rita Raley, Joseph Tabbi, Thom Swiss, and Jane Yellowlees Douglas. It provides an excellent method for this project where works of art like Malloy's are not easily available to readers. Misspelled words, typos, changes in style all speak to the uniqueness of the artifact and an aesthetic far from mass production and an industrial graphical aesthetic. The compelling quality of Uncle Roger lies not just in the quality of the poetry––the words Malloy uses to express herself––but in the way in which the work is instantiated as an object of literary art. It should be noted that the commentary for this section was written by Grigar. Box ContentsFour hand-made inserts explaining the work, the last one signed by the author in 1988 1. General introduction to Uncle Roger and instructions for interacting with "A Party in Woodside" |
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