Video games photography for Mercari
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The challenge
Game buyers need to see disc and cartridge condition clearly. Photos must show authenticity, condition, and completeness for collector confidence.
Mercari photo requirements
- Show game media condition
- Include case and manual if present
- Document any scratches or damage
- Capture labels and ratings
Video games photography challenges
- Photographing reflective discs
- Showing cartridge contact condition
- Capturing label condition on cartridges
- Documenting case condition
Best photo styles for video games for Mercari
Photography tips for video games for Mercari
- 1.Photograph disc surface for scratches
- 2.Show cartridge contacts clearly
- 3.Include all contents (manual, inserts)
- 4.Note any missing items in photos
Who buys on Mercari
Gamers, collectors, retro gaming enthusiasts, complete-in-box hunters
How photos drive conversions
Disc surface condition photos reduce disputes
Complete-in-box photos command higher prices
Retro authenticity details appeal to collectors
Common mistakes to avoid
When photographing video games for Mercari, avoid these common errors that can hurt your listing performance.
- Using non-compliant backgrounds that Mercari may reject or suppress in search
- Not showing enough angles of video games for buyers to feel confident
- Missing detail shots that highlight quality and craftsmanship
- Inconsistent lighting across product images in the same listing
- Not optimizing image dimensions for Mercari's requirements
Mercari image requirements
Meeting Mercari's technical requirements ensures your photos display properly and your listings remain compliant.
- Resolution
- 1000×1000 pixels minimum (2000×2000 recommended)
- Aspect ratio
- 1:1 square required for main image
- File formats
- JPEG, PNG, TIFF, GIF
- Background
- Pure white (RGB 255,255,255) for main image
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