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8-Bit Couch Cushions

The Pixelated Mario Pillow is Available to Japanese Gamers Only

— October 25, 2011 — Tech
I can only imagine how awesome my couch would look with the Pixelated Mario Pillow sitting on it. This pillow is an exclusive item available only to members of Club Nintendo. The pillow is designed to resemble the 8-bit version of Mario from the game Super Mario Bros.

If you're an American Club Nintendo member hoping to get your hands on the Pixelated Mario Pillow, don't. This pillow is available only to Japanese members of Club Nintendo. That means that American gamers such as myself can only sit and imagine what life would be like with my own Mario-inspired couch cushion. You can check out the Pixelated Mario Pillow here, but if you prefer to look at pillows you can actually purchase, then continue reading to see a ton of innovative and creative pillows from the Trend Hunter archives.
Trend Themes
1. Club Nintendo Exclusive Merchandise - Opportunities for creating exclusive merchandise for loyal customers of a brand or product, such as Club Nintendo's 8-bit Mario Pillow.
2. Pixelated Design in Home Decor - Incorporating pixelated designs into home decor, like the 8-bit Mario Pillow, as a nostalgic nod to classic video games.
3. Creative Cushion Designs - Experimenting with unique and creative designs for cushions, pillows, and other soft furnishings.
Industry Implications
1. Gaming Industry - The ability to create exclusive merchandise for loyal customers, such as the 8-bit Mario Pillow, presents an opportunity in the gaming industry to increase brand loyalty and engagement.
2. Home Decor Industry - The incorporation of pixelated designs in home decor creates an opportunity for innovation and a unique selling proposition for businesses in the home decor industry.
3. Textile Industry - The trend of unique and creative cushion designs presents an opportunity for textile companies to create innovative products that stand out from the competition.
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