Board 8 > Snake Ranks User-Nominated Covers *THE RANKINGS*

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72. Halo 3
Nominated by: Dragon66116 (2/5 remaining)
https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/halo/images/e/e5/Halo3coverart.JPG/revision/latest/scale-to-width-down/350?cb=20131024014002

I still have pretty fond memories of this classic cover. I've always enjoyed the beautiful shining orange color of the bottom half and the way it ever so slightly shines off the Master Chief's armor. The space of the cover is used well, placing Master Chief to the left as he marches on to the next objective to the clear area of the right. This sort of "solo military guy" cover is cliche, but I think Halo 3 nails a different feeling from the rest of the pack.
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71. The Three Body Problem
Nominated by: Nfun (0/3 remaining)


This cover feels like it's trying way too hard to be interesting and unique and has way too much going on in the background. I have no clue what that thing in the background is supposed to be but it looks generically alien and futuristic. The same sort of bland alien pyramid sits comfortably below. However, despite these less than stellar objects, I actually think it's composed really nicely, with the tip of the pyramid perfectly aligning with the center of the circular object above. The use of concentric circles too is very eye appealing. Too bad it was squandered with objects that don't really have the same sort of eye catching draw.
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70. Atlas Shrugged 2
Nominated by: Behindthecurve (0/5 remaining)
https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/91MzYQQt7IL._SY445_.jpg

Of all the Atlas Shrugged posters and covers, this is the one that would intrigue me the most. The gears on either side of the main characters appear to be melting off the sides of buildings which is an interesting visual to me personally, and suggest a world on the brink of falling apart as the gears running everything crumble. The way the title of Atlas Shrugged is hung up on bridge wires is also pretty neat. Once again though, the characters on this poster are rather unremarkable.
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69. Arm of the Sphinx
Nominated by: Gatarix (4/6 remaining)


This is a very striking and immediately noticeable cover, with a stark blue mechanical arm rising out of the sands below, suggesting deep rooted mystery and a threat ages in the making. Even the way the buildings are stack suggest a reality that feels more dystopian than our own, whilst maintaining identifiable elements like castle ramparts. It's very cool and eye-catching.
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I like how the author's name increases in size as you read left to right.
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Whoa didn't notice that. Pretty cool
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I like how the author's name increases in size as you read left to right.

The title does the opposite as well so there's an interesting balance to both.
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68. Rayguns and Rocketships
Nominated by: Simoun (5/6 remaining)
https://cf.geekdo-images.com/images/pic2232689.jpg

Rayguns and Rocketships is a cover that revels in classic, pulp B-movie sci-fi imagery from the golden age of the 50s. It's a menagerie of pop culture that draws from many sources, The Rocketeer, Forbidden Planet, Star Trek, Buck Rogers, probably even more. I really like the old, tattered look of the cover to give it even more of that retro feel. The action is high and chaotic, and looks like a really fun time which is a plus. Despite all the sources it draws from, it comes together cohesively in a really well-executed way.
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67. Victoriana
Nominated by: Simoun (4/6 remaining)
https://cf.geekdo-images.com/images/pic2597432.jpg

This artwork is very interesting and weird to look at at first, it feels very stiff, and doesn't attempt to stand out with bright colors. It stands on its own with great character design that invokes era appropriate clothing with a slight fantastical bend. The addition of the Invisible Man really swerves it towards the fantasy though, and nearly feels out of place here, but it's the Invisible Man so it's still cool. Elsewhere, I enjoy the sort of looking-glass frame the characters are placed in as well as the gears that populate the outer ring of the cover, which feels like it invokes steampunk.
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Isn't that woman Mina from Dracula? Invisible Man fit right in for me because these all look like classic literature characters

I could be wrong though because I've never heard of that game before
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Oh I think you're right actually, I feel dumb for not making connections to more literary characters now. The guy in front is Sherlock Holmes I think too.
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Who's the guy in back, then?
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Oof, 2 out right away.

Yeah I hav no idea who that guy is either

Probably what sells Rayguns and Rocketships for me is that laser cutlass. Its just so out of place that it tips the balance between plausible scifi to errolflynn scifi
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66. Action Comics #738
Nominated by: scarletspeed7 (5/6 remaining)
https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/marvel_dc/images/6/66/Action_Comics_Vol_1_738.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20140111201550

From the infamous Superman Red/Superman Blue era, Action Comics #738 is a striking cover with bold colors and an intriguing concept. I really like how the outline of Superman's body is transposed over the bolts of lightning, it's a really neat look, and makes the brightness of Superman's new powers look even more incredible. The expression on Superman's face, a mixture of bold bravery and confidence really puts the appropriate cap on the whole portrait.
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I always thought the design of Superman Blue (in the right hands) was just very striking.
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65. Foreground Eclipse - Each And Every Word Leaves Me Here Alone
Nominated by: Shonen_Bat (5/6 remaining)
http://www.fg-eclipse.net/image/material/each_jacket.jpg

I enjoy covers that show a dichotomy or inner conflict in a character. This one is pretty obvious and on the nose but is still an enjoyable concept. Left shows peace and beauty, right shows chaos and destruction, pretty cut and dry. The artstyle is also very different, there's a sharp realism to the bamboo stalks especially. I think it would've been interesting to have angel wings on the left to contrast with the fire wings on the right for improved symmetry, but then again, one-winged angel is a real concept. I will also say the character design isn't particularly outstanding.
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I really dig that one

I mean yeah the light/dark balance isn't really new or shocking but the whole thing feels really crisp somehow
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64. Pizza Connection 2
Nominated by: JONALEON1 (0/6 remaining)
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CdorFAMUAAAcwSo.jpg

Look at this rich glutton, a perfect encapsulation of greed and excess, literally eating money right in front of everyone, in between puffs of his Cuban cigar, barely paying us a glance as he can't take his eyes of this magnificently loaded pizza slice. This is the kind of guy who listens to Huey Lewis and the News whilst donning a raincoat. In all seriousness, this cover is a little dumb, but in the best way possible. The concept of this absolutely cracks me up and it's admittedly kind of fun to read into this more than what is probably saying.
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Snake5555555555 posted...

64. Pizza Connection 2
Nominated by: JONALEON1 (0/6 remaining)
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CdorFAMUAAAcwSo.jpg

Look at this rich glutton, a perfect encapsulation of greed and excess, literally eating money right in front of everyone, in between puffs of his Cuban cigar, barely paying us a glance as he can't take his eyes of this magnificently loaded pizza slice. This is the kind of guy who listens to Huey Lewis and the News whilst donning a raincoat. In all seriousness, this cover is a little dumb, but in the best way possible. The concept of this absolutely cracks me up and it's admittedly kind of fun to read into this more than what is probably saying.

Thank you for this, JONA
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Snake5555555555 posted...

64. Pizza Connection 2
Nominated by: JONALEON1 (0/6 remaining)
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CdorFAMUAAAcwSo.jpg

Look at this rich glutton, a perfect encapsulation of greed and excess, literally eating money right in front of everyone, in between puffs of his Cuban cigar, barely paying us a glance as he can't take his eyes of this magnificently loaded pizza slice. This is the kind of guy who listens to Huey Lewis and the News whilst donning a raincoat. In all seriousness, this cover is a little dumb, but in the best way possible. The concept of this absolutely cracks me up and it's admittedly kind of fun to read into this more than what is probably saying.

Thank you for this, JONA

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NFUN posted...

Snake5555555555 posted...

64. Pizza Connection 2
Nominated by: JONALEON1 (0/6 remaining)
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CdorFAMUAAAcwSo.jpg

Look at this rich glutton, a perfect encapsulation of greed and excess, literally eating money right in front of everyone, in between puffs of his Cuban cigar, barely paying us a glance as he can't take his eyes of this magnificently loaded pizza slice. This is the kind of guy who listens to Huey Lewis and the News whilst donning a raincoat. In all seriousness, this cover is a little dumb, but in the best way possible. The concept of this absolutely cracks me up and it's admittedly kind of fun to read into this more than what is probably saying.

Thank you for this, JONA

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63. Pac-Man Game
Nominated by: Raetsal_Lupin (1/4 remaining)


I really love this cover because of how it portrays Pac-Man in completely different light than the games where he originates from, with one key different especially. These ghosts aren't blue. Pac-Man is straight up giving no fucks, downing these ghosts like he's at a Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest. Those puny pellets are no longer enough to satiate this huge yellow monster and Pac is tired of waiting for Power Pellets to be able to eat those see-through chumps. I find myself rooting for those poor, scared ghosts hiding behind the Pac-Man logo, watching in horror as their friends become Pac-Man's next meal. Be afraid. Be very afraid.
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I notice there are eight ghosts on this cover instead of four.

Also, some of the ghosts are hiding behind the logo, which only raises further questions.
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I've got no problem with that, according to the very deep Pac-Man lore there's at least 7 members of the Ghost Gang plus a lot of other ghosts that pop up in the series.
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62. Oathbringer
Nominated by: Murphiroth (2/5 remaining)


The artwork on this cover is great, I especially enjoy the melty goo that appears to be emanating from the lady's hand. The character designs are definitely high-fantasy inspired, and the towering Goliath looming over the scene carries a Lovecraftian presence in its look. The lady couldn't look less concerned though, as she skips deftly down the floating glass stairs. Oathbringer has a cover that more accurately captivates the imagination, feeling like an aftermath or in-media-res version of events that have already transpired and it feels very unique in that regard.
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I'm curious what that cover looks like with the wording.
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I just looked it up, this is actually the true cover and the full picture is a wrap-around.
https://i2.wp.com/www.tor.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/oathbringer_cover-final.jpg?fit=640%2C973&type=vertical&ssl=1
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Do you feel betrayed now?
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That cover alone would've ranked lower but I said wrap arounds were fine so it's cool.
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Well okay then.
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Snake5555555555 posted...

That cover alone would've ranked lower but I said wrap arounds were fine so it's cool.

I wanted a feud.
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61. Persona 4
Nominated by: Pirateking2000 (2/6 remaining)
https://imgur.com/a/afxMN

The artwork on this cover is super-strong and it helps carry it a lot for me. The neat three-panel effect showcasing different scenes gives the cover a distinct comic book feel and the character designs are all very eye-appealing, with strongly inspired anime designs that are taken from pre-existing inspirations but also stand on their own two legs. The harsh, striking yellow line helps separate the panels into having stronger feelings attached to them, with the blue panels representing trust and loyalty whilst yellow depicts deceit and underhandedness.
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60. Persona 5 Steelbook Edition
Nominated by: greengravy294 (0/1 remaining)
http://segabits.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/persona-5-cover-def.jpg

Persona 5 keeps the comic book feel from P4 alive and well, but uses it in a different manner here. Instead of panels, it's a splash page, showcasing a superhero-like team shot with incredible use of blood red and monochrome to make its characters stand-out. I think the character designs of P5 are all together stronger than P4 as well, with varied style choices giving each character more distinct personality. Lastly, I love the little rip effect at the bottom right hand corner, suggesting a sort of "to-be-continued" aspect.
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59. Whitechapel Gods
Gatarix (3/6 remaining)


As a cover that primarily focuses on one character design, Whitechapel Gods succeeds in given the viewer many interesting things to look at and examine. Key background elements clearly indicate setting, whilst the flames burning up behind the ribcage in conjuction with the gears suggest an industrial revolution steampunk theme with a supernatural bend. The man looks sinister, a devilish figure, with a spider companion on the shoulder suggesting power and entrapment. The whole picture combines photo-realism with the fantastical and I think it all comes together extremely well.
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58. Katamari Damacy
Nominated by: Zyxyz0 (4/6 remaining)
https://wallscover.com/images/katamari-damacy-wallpaper-5.jpg

This is such a joyfully weird cover, but Katamari Damacy is such a joyfully weird game. I like the mismatched and varied items that are rolled up into the ball, ranging from a cruise liner to an octopus to a baseball stadium. It's kinda fun to make out what you can see in there. The additions of a rainbow, scenic Mr. Fuji, and grazing cows only serve to make this look like a game that only cares about good times and being as out there as possible.
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Snake5555555555 posted...

scenic Mr. Fuji,

Yeah, the beautiful vistas of that classic 80s wrestling villain!

But I agree, the Katamari cover is great. Perfectly encapsulates the game.
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Oh my god, that typo is hilarious XD

I'm just gonna leave that in.
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I almost nominated Katamari Damacy too
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Johnbobb posted...

I almost nominated Katamari Damacy too

Damn, a little organization and we could have nominated another Katamari game for a comparison.
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aww, Whitechapel Gods didn't make the top half

that one was my favorite and also my guess for your favorite
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Final Destination (the first one)
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Scarlet's topic is that way! ----->https://gamefaqs.gamespot.com/boards/8-gamefaqs-contests/76334713
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Lol.

You should just rate it for him anyways.
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Simoun posted...

Final Destination (the first one)

Alright I'll do this one on the house
https://tinyurl.com/yb8cxwj5

A bunch of derpy teenagers stare wistfully at nothing while a Party City skull decoration looms scarily in the back. The little bolt of lightning is cute, like, it's just a little thing to let you know he's there.
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I feel like I've never seen that poster before but holy shit, that is the most unappealing face on the central character.
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That kid has the most early 2000s hair I've ever seen.
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why are all the guys wearing bright red lipstick

also what scarlet said
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honestly he's giving the fuck me face
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I notice there are eight ghosts on this cover instead of four.

Also, some of the ghosts are hiding behind the logo, which only raises further questions.

Bit late, I know, but there were only two ghosts in the game itself (a red one and a yellow one).

Fairly sure I still have the board game stored somewhere at my mother's house (unless my older brother pawned it - it was his anyway), should check how much it goes for now...
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Snake5555555555 posted...

Simoun posted...

Final Destination (the first one)

Alright I'll do this one on the house
https://tinyurl.com/yb8cxwj5

A bunch of derpy teenagers stare wistfully at nothing while a Party City skull decoration looms scarily in the back. The little bolt of lightning is cute, like, it's just a little thing to let you know he's there.

Holy shit I just noticed this today! Im such a derp hahahah.
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