Wednesday 10 October 2012

Front cover analysis 2


Masthead: The masthead is instantly recognisable from far away as it is in a large white box which stands out against the background. This is done to attract people’s attention and get them to look at the magazine. It is also instantly recognisable as it’s the xbox logo which many people know

Colours: The colours used are very bright and colourful which can attract people’s attention and look at the magazine. It also appeals to the target audience which would be lower middle class and under boys. The bright colours make it look exciting and the choice of colours complement each other well and make the cover look fun

Image: The image fills up most of the cover and allows itself to be seen from far away. The image will appeal to people who like the game and also because the character is based on Jack Black, other people may recognise it too. The axe he is carrying is meant to look cool and succeeds in doing so. It may get people interested in seeing more of the article and then buying the magazine. It still leaves room for text at the side but does its job of filling up the free space.

Promises:  The magazine promises an exclusive review for a new game and expert strategies from the company that created the game. This may get people to buy the magazine as they would want to see the article that no other magazine had. The magazine also promises another review which is ‘world exclusive’. This article accompanies the cover photo and helps to attract people to the magazine with something interesting to read.

Other: The bar code is kept out of the way and is coupled with a logo in a white box. This lets people know that it is a separate part of the magazine and not one to really be looked at

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