Nintendo, Retro Studios, and Piggyback are joining forces to release a stunning Metroid Prime art book in Summer 2025. This exciting collaboration offers a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the acclaimed Metroid Prime series.
A Comprehensive Visual Retrospective of the Metroid Prime Trilogy
Celebrating 20 Years of Metroid Prime
This meticulously crafted art book, titled Metroid Prime 1-3: A Visual Retrospective, will showcase the artistry behind the Metroid Prime games (1, 2, 3, and the Remastered edition). Piggyback's website describes it as a collection of "drawings, sketches, and assorted illustrations," providing both visual appeal and insightful context into the series' development.
Beyond the captivating artwork and developer sketches, the book includes:
- A foreword by Kensuke Tanabe, the producer of Metroid Prime.
- Introductions to each game penned by Retro Studios.
- Producer anecdotes, commentary, and insights into the artwork's creation.
- Premium construction: stitch-bound, sheet-fed art paper with a cloth hardcover and metallic Samus foil etching.
- Available in a single hardcover edition.
With 212 pages of exclusive content, readers will gain a unique perspective on the development of these four 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 Track Record with Nintendo
This isn't Piggyback's first collaboration with Nintendo. They previously produced official strategy guides for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, renowned for their comprehensive coverage and high-quality presentation. These guides provided invaluable assistance to players, detailing everything from Korok seed locations to weapon specifications and DLC content.
Piggyback's proven ability to create visually stunning and informative products, as demonstrated by their Zelda guides, promises a similarly exceptional experience with the upcoming Metroid Prime art book.
