Nintendo, Retro Studios, and Piggyback are joining forces to release a stunning Metroid Prime art book in Summer 2025. This exciting collaboration offers a deep dive into the 20-year history of the acclaimed series.

A Visual Retrospective of Metroid Prime 1-3

This comprehensive art book, Metroid Prime 1-3: A Visual Retrospective, will showcase the creative process behind the Metroid Prime trilogy and its recent remaster. Piggyback's website promises a collection of "drawings, sketches, and assorted illustrations," providing valuable context and insights into the development of Metroid Prime, Metroid Prime 2: Echoes, Metroid Prime 3: Corruption, and Metroid Prime Remastered.

Beyond the captivating artwork, the book includes:

• A foreword by Kensuke Tanabe, producer of Metroid Prime.
• Game introductions penned by Retro Studios.
• Producer anecdotes, commentary, and insights on the artwork.
• High-quality, stitch-bound art paper with a cloth hardcover featuring a metallic foil Samus.
• Available in a single hardcover edition.

With 212 pages of exclusive content, fans will gain an unprecedented look into the creation 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 (check back regularly for updates as it's not yet available).

Piggyback's Proven Track Record with Nintendo

This isn't Piggyback's first collaboration with Nintendo. The publisher has previously produced official guides for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, renowned for their comprehensive coverage of Hyrule's vast landscapes, collectibles, and quests. These guides even included detailed information on DLC content.

Piggyback's expertise in creating visually stunning guides, as demonstrated with BOTW and TOTK, promises a similarly impressive presentation for the Metroid Prime art book. Expect a visually rich and insightful exploration of this beloved game series.