Nintendo and Retro Studios join forces with Piggyback to release a highly anticipated Metroid Prime art book, launching Summer 2025. This collaboration offers a comprehensive look behind the scenes of the acclaimed series' development.

A Visual Retrospective of Metroid Prime's Legacy

Celebrating 20 Years of Metroid Prime

This exciting partnership between Nintendo and Piggyback, a renowned guidebook publisher, culminates in Metroid Prime 1-3: A Visual Retrospective. Retro Studios, the creative minds behind the series, contribute extensively, sharing insights from two decades of development.

The art book showcases a wealth 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 valuable context and perspective on the creation of Metroid Prime, Metroid Prime 2: Echoes, Metroid Prime 3: Corruption, and Metroid Prime Remastered.

Beyond the stunning 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 insightful perspectives on the artwork.
• Premium, 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 exclusive content, readers will gain unparalleled insight into the development process and creative inspirations behind these four iconic games. The art book is priced at £39.99 / €44.99 / A$74.95. Keep an eye on Piggyback's website for availability updates, as pre-orders aren't yet open.

A Proven Partnership

This isn't Piggyback's first collaboration with Nintendo. The publisher previously produced official guides for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, providing players with comprehensive resources, including collectible locations, weapon and armor details, and complete DLC coverage (for BOTW).

Piggyback's proven ability to create visually stunning and informative companions for major Nintendo titles ensures that Metroid Prime 1-3: A Visual Retrospective will be a collector's item for fans of the series.