Nintendo, in collaboration with Retro Studios and Piggyback, is set to release an eagerly anticipated Metroid Prime art book. This partnership promises to delve deep into the development process of the iconic Metroid Prime series. Let's explore the details of this exciting collaboration.
Nintendo and Piggyback Bringing Metroid Series Into Perspective
Covering Metroid Prime 1-3
Nintendo and Piggyback, renowned for their guidebook publications, are joining forces to bring fans a comprehensive Metroid Prime art book set to launch in Summer 2025. Retro Studios, the masterminds behind the Metroid Prime series, are integral to this collaboration, offering a rich tapestry of insights into the 20-year journey of the game series.
The "Metroid Prime 1-3: A Visual Retrospective" art book is a treasure trove of "drawings, sketches, and assorted illustrations from the Metroid Prime Series," as detailed on Piggyback's website. This book goes beyond mere aesthetics, providing valuable context and perspective on the development of Metroid Prime, Metroid Prime 2: Echoes, Metroid Prime 3: Corruption, and Metroid Prime Remastered.
In addition to the high-quality art and developer sketches, the art book includes:
- A foreword by Kensuke Tanabe, the producer of Metroid Prime
- Introductions to each game penned by Retro Studios
- Anecdotes, commentaries, and insights from the producers on the artwork
- A premium stitch-bound art book on sheet-fed art paper with a cloth hardcover, featuring Samus etched in metallic foil
- Available in a single (Hardcover) Edition
Spanning 212 pages, this art book offers an exclusive glimpse into the creation of these four games and the inspirations that fueled their development. Priced at £39.99 / €44.99 / A$74.95, this book is a must-have for fans. Keep an eye on Piggyback’s website for updates on its availability.
Nintendo’s Past Collaboration with Piggyback
Piggyback's partnership with Nintendo isn't new. The company has previously produced official guides for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, aiding players in exploring Hyrule, collecting every item, and completing all quests.
These official guides are comprehensive resources, covering everything from Korok seed locations to weapon and armor details. The Breath of the Wild guide even includes information on its DLCs, such as The Master Trials and The Champions’ Ballad.
Although the upcoming Metroid Prime art book is not an official guide, Piggyback's proven expertise in crafting visually stunning and informative publications for the latest Zelda games will undoubtedly enhance the quality of the "Metroid Prime 1-3: A Visual Retrospective" art book.
