Nintendo, in collaboration with Retro Studios and Piggyback, is set to release a captivating Metroid Prime art book this Summer 2025. Dive into this article to discover more about this exciting partnership and the behind-the-scenes journey of the Metroid Prime series.
Nintendo and Piggyback Bringing Metroid Series Into Perspective
Covering Metroid Prime 1-3
Nintendo and Piggyback, a renowned guidebook publisher, are joining forces to bring fans a comprehensive Metroid Prime art book. Retro Studios, the developers behind the iconic series, are also integral to this collaboration, offering deep insights into the 20-year development journey of the Metroid Prime series.
The "Metroid Prime 1-3: A Visual Retrospective" art book will showcase a rich collection of "drawings, sketches, and assorted illustrations from the Metroid Prime Series," as detailed on Piggyback's website. Beyond its visual appeal, the book will provide a detailed perspective on the development of Metroid Prime, Metroid Prime 2: Echoes, Metroid Prime 3: Corruption, and Metroid Prime Remastered.
In addition to stunning art and developer sketches, the art book will feature:
- A foreword by Kensuke Tanabe, the producer of Metroid Prime
- Introductions to each game penned by Retro Studios
- Producers' anecdotes, commentaries, and insights into the artwork
- A premium stitch-bound hardcover with art paper, adorned with a cloth cover featuring Samus in metallic foil
- Single (Hardcover) Edition
With 212 pages to explore, readers will gain exclusive insights into the creation process and inspirations behind these four iconic games. Priced at £39.99 / €44.99 / A$74.95, this art book is not yet available for purchase, but interested fans can keep an eye on Piggyback's website for updates.
Nintendo’s Past Collaboration with Piggyback
This collaboration marks another milestone in the partnership between Piggyback and Nintendo. Previously, Piggyback produced official guides for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, aiding players in navigating the vast world of Hyrule, collecting every item, and completing all quests.
These official guides are comprehensive resources, covering everything from Korok seed locations to detailed weapon and armor information. The guide for Breath of the Wild even included extensive details on its DLCs, such as The Master Trials and The Champions’ Ballad.
Although the Metroid Prime art book is not an official guide, Piggyback's proven expertise in creating visually stunning and informative content for the latest Zelda titles promises an exceptional experience with the upcoming "Metroid Prime 1-3: A Visual Retrospective" art book.
