Nintendo and Retro Studios are joining forces with Piggyback to release a stunning Metroid Prime art book, launching Summer 2025. This collaboration offers a captivating behind-the-scenes look at the development of the acclaimed Metroid Prime series.
A Comprehensive Look at the Metroid Prime Trilogy
Encompassing Metroid Prime 1-3 and the Remastered Edition
Nintendo and Piggyback, a renowned guidebook publisher, have teamed up to produce Metroid Prime 1-3: A Visual Retrospective, a collector's art book celebrating two decades of Metroid Prime development. Retro Studios, the creative minds behind the series, have contributed extensively, providing invaluable insights into the games' creation.
This visually rich art book showcases "drawings, sketches, and assorted illustrations from the Metroid Prime Series," according to Piggyback. But it's more than just a beautiful collection; it offers context and perspective on the development of Metroid Prime, Metroid Prime 2: Echoes, Metroid Prime 3: Corruption, and the recently released 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, commentary, and insights into the artwork.
- Premium, stitch-bound art paper with a cloth hardcover featuring a metallic foil Samus etching.
- Available in a single (hardcover) edition.
With 212 pages of exclusive content, readers will gain unparalleled insight into the creation of these four iconic games and the inspirations behind them. 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 exhaustive information, from Korok seed locations to weapon and armor details, even covering DLC content like The Master Trials and The Champions’ Ballad in the BOTW guide.
While not an official guide, Piggyback's demonstrated ability to create visually stunning and informative companions for major Nintendo titles promises a high-quality experience for fans in the upcoming Metroid Prime 1-3: A Visual Retrospective.
