A stunning collaboration between Nintendo, Retro Studios, and Piggyback brings fans a highly anticipated Metroid Prime art book, launching Summer 2025. This comprehensive retrospective, titled Metroid Prime 1-3: A Visual Retrospective, delves into the 20-year history of the beloved series.
A Visual Journey Through the Metroid Prime Trilogy
This isn't just a collection of pretty pictures; the art book offers a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of Metroid Prime, Metroid Prime 2: Echoes, Metroid Prime 3: Corruption, and the recent Metroid Prime Remastered. Expect a rich array of concept art, sketches, and illustrations, complemented by insightful commentary from the developers at Retro Studios.
Key features include:
- A foreword by Kensuke Tanabe, the producer of Metroid Prime.
- Game-specific introductions penned by Retro Studios.
- Producer anecdotes and commentary on the artwork.
- High-quality, 212-page presentation on premium art paper with a cloth hardcover and metallic foil Samus etching.
- Available in a single hardcover edition.
Priced at £39.99 / €44.99 / A$74.95, this collector's item promises an unparalleled glimpse into the making of a gaming legend. While not yet available for purchase, keep an eye on Piggyback's website for updates.
A Proven Partnership
This isn't Piggyback's first foray into the world of Nintendo. The publishing house previously collaborated on official guides for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, renowned for their comprehensive coverage and stunning visuals. This experience, coupled with their proven ability to create visually appealing guides, bodes well for the upcoming Metroid Prime art book.