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The Holy Grail of 90s Gaming Marketing: \"This Game Stinks.\"
This is the definitive centerpiece for any serious Earthbound or Super Nintendo collection. Offered here is an original, authentic two-page magazine spread featuring the iconic 1995 \"Rude Smells\" marketing campaign.
Why this is a \"Grail\" Piece:
The Campaign: Nintendo’s $2 million marketing blitz was legendary for its bold, \"stinky\" humor. This ad is the exact reason Earthbound remains a cult classic today.
Complete & Intact: This isn\'t just a loose page. It features the three original scratch-and-sniff \"lift-here\" pull tabs.
The \"Unicorn\" Factor: Most importantly, this includes the original Manufacturer’s Coupon ($10.00 OFF) for the Earthbound Game Pak, still attached and un-redeemed. Finding this coupon attached after 30 years is exceptionally rare.
This is an authentic, period-accurate piece of history. The pages are in great shape for their age. As noted in the photos, there is a minor, expected tear in the bottom-left corner and along the binding edge where it was carefully removed from the magazine—a hallmark of genuine, vintage gaming ephemera.
Specs:
Year: 1995 (August)
Subject: Earthbound (SNES) \"Rude Smells\" Campaign
Features: Original Scratch-and-Sniff Pull Tabs, Original $10 Coupon Attached
Display Quality: Perfect for framing alongside a loose cartridge or in a dedicated game room.
Please review the high-resolution photos for full detail on the condition.
Don\'t settle for a basic, torn-out advertisement. Add this complete, coupon-intact piece to your collection and own a true piece of Nintendo history.
Condition:
These are original vintage magazine pages, not reprints. They are in good vintage condition, clean, and highly frameable. Please note that as original magazine inserts, there may be minor, expected age-related wear or small imperfections along the borders, or corners. These items are sold as-is; please see the high-resolution photos for the exact condition.
Shipping:
Ships flat in a rigid, protective mailer to ensure these beautiful ads arrive safely at your door. There will be a S&H flat rate of $6.49. Please reach out about combined shipping on multiple orders as well as multiple buy discounts or any other questions.
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