Nintendo and Retro Studios are collaborating with Piggyback to release a stunning Metroid Prime art book, set to launch Summer 2025. This exciting partnership offers an in-depth look at the behind-the-scenes development of the acclaimed series.
A Comprehensive Look at the Metroid Prime Trilogy
Celebrating 20 Years of Metroid Prime
This collaboration between Nintendo and Piggyback, a renowned guidebook publisher, will produce Metroid Prime 1-3: A Visual Retrospective. Retro Studios, the creative force behind the Metroid Prime games, has contributed extensively, sharing insights from two decades of development.
The art book showcases a rich collection of "drawings, sketches, and assorted illustrations from the Metroid Prime Series," according to Piggyback. But it's more than just a visual feast; it provides invaluable context and perspective on the creation of Metroid Prime, Metroid Prime 2: Echoes, Metroid Prime 3: Corruption, and Metroid Prime Remastered.
Beyond the high-quality artwork and developer sketches, the book includes:
- A foreword by Kensuke Tanabe, producer of Metroid Prime.
- Introductions to each game penned by Retro Studios.
- Producer anecdotes, commentaries, and insightful perspectives on the artwork.
- Premium materials: a stitch-bound, sheet-fed art paper with a cloth hardcover, featuring a metallic foil Samus etching.
- Available in a single (hardcover) edition.
With 212 pages of captivating content, readers will gain exclusive insights into the development process and inspirations behind these four iconic games. The art book is priced at £39.99 / €44.99 / A$74.95. While not yet available for purchase, keep an eye on Piggyback's website for updates.
Piggyback's Proven Track Record with Nintendo
This isn't Piggyback's first collaboration with Nintendo. The company previously produced official guides for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, providing comprehensive support for players exploring Hyrule.
These guides offered complete information, from Korok seed locations to weapon and armor details, even covering DLC content like The Master Trials and The Champions’ Ballad for BOTW.
While not an official guide, Piggyback's proven ability to create visually stunning and informative books, demonstrated with their BOTW and TOTK guides, promises a similarly exceptional experience with the upcoming Metroid Prime 1-3: A Visual Retrospective.
