Piggyback, the strategy guide publisher, has confirmed this evening that the long-awaited Metroid Prime Retrospective book has suffered an unfortunate delay. Metroid Prime Retrospective was due to be released in June, but will now be released worldwide on 28th October. A reason was not given for the delay of the 212-page hardcover book which features art and commentary from Retro Studios and Nintendo producer, Kensuke Tanabe. Here’s what to expect from it when it launches on 28th October.
This visual compendium celebrates the art of the Metroid Prime Series covering the original game, its two sequels, and the remastered release, with exclusive contributions from the game developers,
Developed in collaboration with Nintendo and Retro Studios, this art book showcases concept drawings, sketches and assorted illustrations from the Metroid Prime series. With an extensive range of behind-the-scenes, high quality artwork, this hardcover anthology spans more than 20 years of Metroid Prime development and includes exclusive commentary from Nintendo producer, Kensuke Tanabe, as well as the esteemed Retro Studios. Printed on premium sheet-fed art paper, this book is stitch-bound with a lavish cloth hardcover featuring an etched Samus metallic foil.
