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Box Art Rubric

Use this rubric to guide your work and understand how your box art will be graded. Your box art has two parts — a front cover and a back cover — and will be scored in five categories.

Front Cover (40 points)

CriteriaExcellent (10)Proficient (8-9)Developing (5-7)Beginning (0-4)
Game TitleTitle is large, clear, and creatively styled to match the game’s theme.Title is clear and easy to read.Title is present but small, hard to read, or plain.Title is missing or illegible.
Artwork / IllustrationEye-catching, detailed artwork that clearly represents the game and draws the viewer in.Artwork represents the game and shows effort.Artwork is present but lacks detail or connection to the game.Little or no artwork on the front cover.
Studio Name / LogoStudio name or logo is included and designed with a creative, polished look.Studio name or logo is included and readable.Studio name is present but easy to overlook.Studio name or logo is missing.
Age RatingAn age rating is included and placed in a realistic location on the cover.An age rating is included.An age rating is present but unclear or oddly placed.Age rating is missing.

Back Cover (40 points)

CriteriaExcellent (10)Proficient (8-9)Developing (5-7)Beginning (0-4)
Tagline / HookA creative, memorable tagline that makes the reader want to play.A tagline is included and relates to the game.A tagline is present but generic or unclear.Tagline is missing.
Game DescriptionA clear, well-written description (2–4 sentences) that explains the game’s concept and gameplay.Description explains the game in 2–4 sentences.Description is too short, too vague, or doesn’t explain gameplay.Description is missing or only one sentence.
Screenshot DrawingsAt least 2 detailed drawings that look like real in-game moments and help the viewer picture the gameplay.At least 2 drawings that show scenes from the game.Only 1 drawing, or drawings lack connection to the game.Screenshot drawings are missing.
Features List3–5 specific, interesting bullet points that highlight what makes the game unique.3–5 bullet points describing game features.Fewer than 3 features, or features are vague.Features list is missing.

Overall Presentation (20 points)

CriteriaExcellent (20)Proficient (15-19)Developing (10-14)Beginning (0-9)
Effort & CreativityThe box art clearly shows significant time, effort, and creative thinking. Layout is well-organized, colors are used effectively, and the overall design looks like a real product.The box art shows good effort and a clear layout. It looks complete and organized.The box art looks rushed or incomplete. Some elements feel like afterthoughts.Minimal effort is evident. The box art is mostly blank or very disorganized.

Total: ___ / 100

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