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=== General fields ===

; <code>title</code>
: The full name of the game including punctuation and style (e.g. "Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars" instead of "Super Mario RPG" or "Legend of the Seven Stars"). Do not wikilink the name of the game.
; <code>collapsible</code>
: Set <tt>=yes</tt> to make the box collapsible.
; <code>state</code>
: Determines the initial collapsed state of the infobox. Set <tt>=collapsed</tt> to put the box in collapsed state initially. Set <tt>=expanded</tt> to put the box in expanded state initially. Set <tt>=autocollapse</tt> to have the box's initial collapsed state be determined automatically based on the number of other templates in the article that also have the "collapsible" attribute. (Has no effect if <tt>collapsible</tt> is not used)
; <code>show image</code>
: Set <tt>=yes</tt> to make the image show even when collapsed. (Has no effect if <tt>collapsible</tt> is not used)
; <code>image</code>
: Ideally, an English-language cover or a promotional flier, in the case of an arcade game. Failing that, a logo or foreign-language cover can suffice. Where different cover designs are available for different regions, the one from the region in which the game has been developed should be used. If the game is not developed in an English-language region use the cover from the region in which the game receives its first English language release, unless another English language version has been uploaded first, in which case you should not change it. Where a game is released on multiple platforms, the PC cover is preferred over console covers to avoid bias towards a certain console. However, if possible, artwork should not use any platform indicator at all. Avoid screenshots (per [[Wikipedia talk:WikiProject Computer and video games/Archive 5#Infobox picture|consensus]]) and multiple images (per [[Wikipedia:Non-free content criteria|WP:FUC]] #3).<br />For image sizing, use the "frameless" and the "upright" flag. This takes into account [[Help:Preferences|user preferences]], and sizes the image to fit the infobox at default settings. Wiki: <tt><nowiki>[[File:name.ext|frameless|upright=1.15]]</nowiki></tt> (For more info see; [[Help:Visual file markup/upright|Upright]] and [[Help:Visual_file_markup#Frameless_mode|Frameless]])
; <code>caption</code>
: A short description of the image. Is it a flyer, a game cover, or something else? (See above for what an image should consist of.) This is used as the alternate text that will be displayed below the image. (Does not show if <tt>image</tt> is not used)
; <code>developer</code>
: The popular name(s) of the [[video game developer|game developer]](s). This field is for the game development company (e.g. Nintendo) or, if confirmed by [[Wikipedia:No original research#Primary, secondary and tertiary sources|primary sources]], the name of the team that developed the game (e.g. Nintendo EAD). In the case of a game made entirely by one person, use the designer field instead. The name(s) can be wikilinked. Individual development tasks handled by different companies (e.g. scenario, programming) should not be mentioned in the infobox but in the article text instead. For port developers, use the {{tl|collapsible list}} template, fill the field <tt>title=</tt> with the developer of the original version, and also include the field <tt>titlestyle=font-weight:normal;font-size:12px;background:transparent;text-align:left</tt>. Platforms can be abbreviated to fit in one line, and should be listed as bolded section titles without colons, separated with commas (e.g. '''PS2, GCN, Xbox''').
; <code>publisher</code>: The popular name(s) of the [[video game publisher]](s). The name(s) can be wikilinked. Use the {{tl|video game release}} template for regional publishers. If there are many publishers or if the list grows too long, use the {{tl|collapsible list}} template, fill the field <tt>title=</tt> with the primary publisher, and also include the field <tt>titlestyle=font-weight:normal;font-size:12px;background:transparent;text-align:left</tt>. Platforms can be abbreviated to fit in one line, and should be listed as bolded section titles without colons, separated with commas (e.g. '''PS2, GCN, Xbox''').
; <code>distributor</code>
: The popular name(s) of the game's distributor(s). Only use this field if it is a different company from the publisher. The name(s) can be wikilinked.
; <code>series</code>
: The [[list of video game franchises|video game series]] the game is associated with. Only use this field if there is an article for the series. Wikilink and italicize the name(s) (such as <tt><nowiki>''[[Halo (series)|Halo]]''</nowiki></tt>).
; <code>engine</code>
: The game's [[game engine|engine]]. Only use this field for [[:Category:Video game engines|game engines with an established, independent article]] and wikilink its name (such as <tt><nowiki>[[id Tech 3]]</nowiki></tt>).<ref>[[Template talk:Infobox video game/Archive 10#Moving forward with the 'game engine' parameter: revised proposal|November 2010 discussion]]</ref>
; <code>platforms</code>
: The [[video game console|console]] or [[operating system]] the game was released for. The names should not be abbreviated in this field to avoid confusion for readers unfamiliar with the subject.
; <code>released</code>
: If possible, use the game's exact release date. ("{{CURRENTMONTHNAME}} {{CURRENTDAY}}, {{CURRENTYEAR}}") Use the first public non-festival release in the game's country of origin, as well as any English-language release dates available. Use the {{tl|video game release}} template: <tt><nowiki>{{video game release|NA=</nowiki>{{CURRENTMONTHNAME}} {{CURRENTDAY}}, {{CURRENTYEAR}}<nowiki>}}</nowiki></tt>. If there are many release dates, enclose them all with the {{tl|collapsible list}} template,<ref>[[Template talk:Infobox video game/Archive 9#Collapsible release dates|August 2010 discussion]]</ref> fill the field <tt>title=</tt> with the earliest release date, and also include the field <tt>titlestyle=font-weight:normal;font-size:12px;background:transparent;text-align:left</tt>. Platforms can be abbreviated to fit in one line, and should be listed as bolded section titles without colons, separated with commas (e.g. '''PS2, GCN, Xbox''').
; <code>genre</code>
: The gameplay genre(s) (such as [[first-person shooter]], [[adventure game|adventure]], etc.) the game is categorized in by its developers and publishers, or by reliable sources. This should not include thematic genres (like [[science fiction]], [[horror fiction|horror]], etc.) as video games are more difficult to categorize in such a way. Verifiable thematic genres can be mentioned in the article's body.
; <code>modes</code>
: Playing modes the game offers. The only values possible are [[single-player video game|single-player]] and [[multiplayer video game|multiplayer]] (or both).<ref>[[Template talk:Infobox video game/Archive 9#"Modes" field|August 2010 discussion]]</ref>
; <code>media</code>
: Use this field for games where at least one of the platforms it was released on uses several types of media (e.g. [[Microsoft Windows|Windows]], [[MSX]]), or leaves the method of [[Digital distribution|distribution]] ambiguous. The only values possible are "[[floppy disk]]", "[[ROM cartridge|cartridge]]", "[[memory card]]", "[[optical disc]]", "[[digital distribution|download]]", and "[[cloud computing]]" (and combinations thereof).
; <code>cabinet</code>
: The type of [[video game arcade cabinet|arcade cabinet]] the game uses, e.g. upright, sit-down, cocktail, custom.
; <code>display</code>
: The characteristics of the arcade hardware's video output, such as graphical technique, display resolution and monitor orientation. Wiki: <tt><nowiki>[[raster graphics|Raster]], 256 x 224, horizontal orientation</nowiki></tt>
; <code>arcade system</code>
: The name of the [[arcade system board]] hardware. Wikilink the name(s).
; <code>Note</code>
: In case of unique arcade hardware, leave the <tt>arcade system</tt> field empty and fill in the fields listed below.
; <code>cpu</code>
: The names and number of [[central processing unit]]s present. Wikilink the names if available.
; <code>sound</code>
: The names and number of hardware present. Wikilink the names if available.

=== Credit fields ===
As with the developer field, individual development tasks for one field (''e.g.'' who of the artists did the character design and who the concept art, or who of the writers created the story and who the script) should not be mentioned in the infobox but in the article text instead. Individual tasks should be generally kept to prose and the field should only list key people.<ref>[[Template talk:Infobox video game/Archive 9#Generally keep .22development tasks.22 to prose|August 2010 discussion]]</ref><ref>[[Wikipedia talk:WikiProject Video games/Archive 97#RfC: Designer credits in Infobox video game|February 2013 discussion]]</ref> For example, the distinction between story and script writers of ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess]]'' is mentioned in the article's [[The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess#Creation|development section]].

; <code>director</code>: The popular name(s) of the game director(s) or [[creative director]](s), who had an overseeing role in the creative development of the game. The name(s) can be wikilinked.
# List only the person credited specifically with the title "director" or "co-director"
# Do not list other types of directors in this field
# For games with multiple directors in sequence, e.g., MMOs and games with exceptionally long development cycles, indicate their years of involvement

; <code>producer</code>: The popular name(s) of the [[Video game producer|game producer]](s), who were in charge of the overall production of the game. The name(s) can be wikilinked.
# List only the person credited specifically with the title "producer"
# Do not list the "executive producer" or other "sub"-producer credits, as they are not generally as intimately involved in a game's development
# If three or more people are credited as "co-producer" discuss who is the "main" producer and list that person
# List the "creative producer" only if said person's involvement in the game is discussed in the development section

; <code>designer</code>: The popular name(s) of the [[Game design#Game designer|game designer]](s). This field is for people that worked on the game system. The name(s) can be wikilinked. This field is often unfilled in modern high budget development due to large team sizes and collaboration. Older games and indie games are more likely to use this position.
# If a single person is credited as "lead designer", list that person; synonyms for this position include "game design director" and "lead planner"
# If there is no functional equivalent to #1, omit this field
# If three or more people are credited as "lead designer" discuss who is the "main" designer and list that person or omit this field

; <code>programmer</code>: The popular name(s) of the [[game programmer]](s). The name(s) can be wikilinked. This field is often unfilled in modern high budget development due to large team sizes and collaboration. Older games and indie games are more likely to use this position.
# If a single person is credited as "lead programmer", list that person; synonyms for this position include "main programmer"
# If there is no functional equivalent to #1, omit this field
# If three or more people are credited as "lead programmer" discuss who is the "main" programmer and list that person or omit this field

; <code>artist</code>: The popular name(s) of the game's artist(s). The name(s) can be wikilinked.
# List the person credited as "art director" or "lead artist"
# Do not list "character designer" or "environment artist" in this field; describe notable people in these roles in the development section
# List no more than three people in this field

; <code>writer</code>: The popular name(s) of the game's writer(s). The names can wikilinked. The writers should be listed in the order of their contribution, with the writer(s) who wrote the actual game scenario/script coming before the story writer(s).
# If a single person is credited as "scenario director" or "scenario writer", list that person; synonyms for this position include "lead writer"
# If there is a person credited as "scenario concept writer" or "original concept", list that person here as well
# List no more than three people in this field

; <code>composer</code>: The popular name(s) of the composer(s) who worked on the game's music.
# List people who contributed significantly to the soundtrack. Discuss inclusion criteria on a per-game basis on the talk page.
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==References==
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Cybertronic: Created page with "=== General fields === ; title : The full name of the game including punctuation and style (e.g. "Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars" instead of "Super Mari..."

Cybertronic: Created page with "=== General fields === ; `title` : The full name of the game including punctuation and style (e.g. "Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars" instead of "Super Mari..."