Nintendo and Retro Studios partner with Piggyback to release a stunning Metroid Prime art book in Summer 2025. This collaborative effort offers a comprehensive visual retrospective of the entire Metroid Prime series, spanning from the original game to Metroid Prime Remastered.
A Visual Journey Through 20 Years of Metroid Prime
The "Metroid Prime 1-3: A Visual Retrospective" art book boasts a collection of concept art, sketches, and illustrations, providing a behind-the-scenes look at the development of the four main Metroid Prime titles. It's more than just a beautiful coffee table book; it offers valuable context and insight into the creative process.
The book includes:
- A foreword by Kensuke Tanabe, producer of Metroid Prime.
- Introductions to each game penned by Retro Studios themselves.
- Developer anecdotes, commentaries, and insights on the artwork.
- High-quality art printed on premium sheet-fed art paper with a cloth hardcover featuring a metallic foil Samus Aran etching.
- Available in a single hardcover edition.
With 212 pages of captivating content, fans will gain an exclusive perspective on the inspiration and creative journey behind these iconic games. The art book is priced at £39.99 / €44.99 / A$74.95 and will be available for purchase on Piggyback's website at a later date.
Piggyback's Proven Track Record with Nintendo
This collaboration isn't Piggyback's first rodeo with Nintendo. The company has a history of producing high-quality official guides, notably for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom. These guides are renowned for their comprehensive coverage, detailed maps, and meticulous attention to detail, covering everything from Korok seed locations to weapon stats and DLC content.
This experience in creating both visually stunning books and comprehensive guides ensures that the Metroid Prime art book will be a must-have for any fan of the series. The combination of Piggyback's expertise and Retro Studio's involvement promises a truly exceptional product.
