Wii U Theme – Michael Jackson: BAD Edition
Enter the provocative gaze of Michael Jackson with this exclusive Wii U theme, inspired by the eponymous anthem BAD, from the album that defied expectations and redefined his art. A visual experience that invites reflection on the fine line between what we call “bad” and the need for genuine respect, as Jackson himself articulated in the unforgettable music video directed by Martin Scorsese.
Every element of the design has been carefully reinterpreted to evoke the symbols that built the legend of the King of Pop:
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The red jacket, an icon of the revolutionary Thriller music video, which transformed visual storytelling in popular music.
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The emblematic hat, which came to life during his historic performance of Billie Jean at Motown’s 25th anniversary celebration, becoming a hallmark of his stage presence.
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His unmistakable sunglasses, guardians of his gaze, always present in his public appearances and in his electrifying Super Bowl performance.
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The dazzling glove, a symbol of his unique style and his ability to transform every gesture into a moment etched in collective memory.
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The shoes, the stars of the moonwalk, the move that defied the laws of motion and astonished the entire world.
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The basketball, witness to the encounter between two giants, Michael Jackson and Michael Jordan, in the vibrant music video for “JAM.”
The USB indicator is represented by one of his eight Grammy Awards, in recognition of the unprecedented impact of the best-selling album of all time: Thriller.
The backdrop of Wara Wara Square unfolds as an imposing city brimming with references to his career, from the majestic statue on the cover of HIStory: Past, Present and Future, Book I, to a reference to the subway entrance where one of the scenes from the “BAD” music video takes place.
In the Gamepad, the background transports us directly to the heart of the BAD music video: one of the walls where graffiti takes center stage, a silent witness to a declaration of principles that questions labels and demands genuine respect, beyond appearances.
