| Title | The Cheeky Controller |
| Agency | McCANN London |
| Campaign | The Cheeky Controller |
| Advertiser | Microsoft XBOX |
| Brand | XBOX |
| Date of First Broadcast/Publication | 2024 / 7 |
| Business Sector | Video Games/Consoles |
| Story | The Cheeky Controller effectively turned Deadpool & Wolverine fans into Xbox fans by combining two elements: a beloved character and an iconic gaming product. Xbox promoted the launch of “Deadpool & Wolverine” by creating a one-of-a-kind product that combined Deadpool’s unique humour and his finest asset (his butt) with the elite technology of an Xbox controller. Xbox created a sweepstakes where fans could win a controller, driving awareness for the product and campaign across fanbases. The product and campaign demonstrated the power of creating for fans in a genuine way and staying true to each brand. |
| Media Type | Digital |
| Length | |
| AI Description | The ad features a humorous and creative collaboration between Xbox and the Marvel universe, showcasing a unique Xbox controller designed with Deadpool's iconic humor and style. The controller is modeled after Deadpool's 'cheeky' attribute, making it both a playful and eye-catching product. The ad highlights the launch of 'Deadpool & Wolverine' with lively scenes of fans celebrating and movie clips showing the duo in action. A voiceover with humorous commentary complements the visuals, emphasizing the controller's novelty and appeal. The ad also showcases social media reactions, media coverage, and the sweepstakes promoting the limited edition product, amplifying its reach. |
| Production | Craft London |
| Production Company | Pavillion works |
| PR Agency | Davey Inc |
| Social | Ayzenberg Group |
| Social | Superdigital |
| Chief Creative Officer | Rob Doubal |
| Chief Creative Officer | Laurence Thomson |
| Creative Director | Jim Nilsson |
| Creative Director | Jacob Bjordal |
| Creative Team | Peniel Gebreselassie |
| Creative Team | Eleanor Weitzer |
| Business Director | Tom Oliver |
| Account Director | Luke Brocklehurst |
| Account Manager | Sasha Semple |
| Account Manager | Caitlin Wheeler |
| Head of Design | Lisa Carrana |
| Designer | Max Henderson |
| Designer | Lexie Hoskins |
| Strategy Director | Ex Maquina |
| Strategist | Alex Passingham |
| Director of Integrated Production | Jack Bayley |
| Executive Producer | Sussie Lau |
| Producer | Craft London |
| Producer | McCANN |