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Metaphor: ReFantazio unveils new art book, pre-orders open
Atlus and Studio Zero's upcoming RPG, Metaphor: ReFantazio, is receiving a new art book titled 'The Art of Metaphor: ReFantazio'. The book will feature over 200 pages of concept art, developer insights, and design details. Pre-orders are now open for the art book, which is slated for release on March 9, 2027, while the game itself will launch on Nintendo Switch on November 12, 2026.
The Art of Metaphor: ReFantazio Book Is Now Available To Preorder, Out Next March
The Art of Metaphor: ReFantazio art book is now available for preorder at select retailers for $50. It is scheduled for release on March 9.
Artist who hand-paints some of gaming's best fantasy world maps brings them together in oversized and extremely lavish art book
Artist Francesca Baerald, known for her hand-painted maps in games like Dragon Age, Diablo IV, and Warcraft, is releasing a lavish art book titled 'Unbound - The Cartography Art Book'. The oversized book features over 250 maps from her work in video games and tabletop RPGs, and is currently being successfully crowdfunded on Kickstarter. Despite a high price point, the book emphasizes quality and detail in its prints and binding.
Dark Horse publishing English version of The Art of Splatoon 3 in December
Dark Horse announced it will publish the English version of the hardcover book "The Art of Splatoon 3" on December 1st. The book will feature 400 pages and will be available on platforms like Amazon.
The Art of Splatoon 3 revealed
Dark Horse Books and Nintendo will release "The Art of Splatoon 3" on December 1, 2026. This 400-page hardcover art book will feature characters, gear, weapons, maps, modes, storyboards, and comics from the game, along with developer notes and commentary.
Reminiscent: Art of Zeronis Celebrates the Iconic League of Legends Artist
A new art book titled 'Reminiscent: Art of Zeronis' is set to celebrate the work of Paul Kwon, the character designer for League of Legends. The book will offer an inside look at his contributions to the game's iconic character designs.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day artbook shows off the movie's secrets, alternate designs, and how the story was made
A new artbook for Spider-Man: Brand New Day is now available, offering fans a look at early concepts, sketches, and designs that shaped the movie's story. The book details alternate costumes and story ideas from the development process, though it omits art for a mystery character and the finale to preserve surprises. The article also mentions discounts on the comic run of the same name and the 'Spider-Man Total Universe' encyclopedia.
New Call of Duty Zombies Art Book Tops Amazon Charts and Gets Launch Discount
Treyarch's new Call of Duty Zombies art book, featuring developer interviews and artwork, is currently a best-seller on Amazon and available at a discounted price. The book chronicles the history of the Zombies mode within the Call of Duty franchise.
Marvel Cosmic Invasion art book on the way, pre-orders open
An art book for the game Marvel Cosmic Invasion is set to be released by Dark Horse, offering over 100 pages of concept art, character studies, and developer insights. The book, titled 'The Art of Marvel Cosmic Invasion,' is available for pre-order with an estimated release date of August 4, 2026. Marvel Cosmic Invasion is available on Nintendo Switch, with both digital and physical versions.
FINAL FANTASY XIV: DAWNTRAIL – THE ART OF SUCCESSION -RELICS OF ETERNITY- ANNOUNCED
SQUARE ENIX announced that the English edition of the art book for FINAL FANTASY XIV: Dawntrail, titled 'The Art of Succession -Relics of Eternity-', will be released on December 15, 2026. The book will feature illustrations covering game content from Patch 7.1 through 7.5 and includes a code for an exclusive in-game Lolly Cat minion.
New FFXIV Dawntrail Art Book Arrives in 2026
Square Enix has announced that the "Final Fantasy XIV Dawntrail: The Art of Succession – Relics of Eternity –" art book will be released in December 2026. This will be the eleventh art book for the MMORPG and the second dedicated to the Dawntrail expansion, likely covering later patches and featuring artwork of Queen Sphene and Sphene Alexandros XIV. Final Fantasy XIV is available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, with a Nintendo Switch release planned for August 2026.
Sky: Children of the Light Is Publishing a New Book The Art of Sky: Gratitude To Nesting
thatgamecompany is publishing a new art book titled "The Art of Sky: Gratitude To Nesting (2019-2024)" which details the first five years of development for Sky: Children of the Light. Co-authored by Jennie Kong and Yuichiro Tanabe, the 245-page book will be released in Summer 2026 for $100. The game is also currently hosting its Days of Color 2026 event.
thatgamecompany Unveils New Collectible 245-Page Art Book Celebrating Sky: Children of the Light
thatgamecompany has announced a new 245-page art book, "The Art of Sky: Gratitude To Nesting (2019-2024)," celebrating the first five years of Sky: Children of the Light. The book features unreleased illustrations, developer commentary, and dives into the creation of major in-game seasons and events. It is available for pre-order and will be released in Summer 2026, with each copy including a special chip to unlock in-game content.
Fire Emblem Fortune’s Weave gets art book with a page leaking online
A page from an official art book for the upcoming tactical RPG Fire Emblem Fortune's Weave has been leaked online. The game is slated for release on the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026, with a release date expected to be announced during an upcoming Nintendo Direct presentation.
A Fatal Fury Feast for the Eyes: Bitmap Books' Fatal Fury/Garou Densetsu: The Ultimate History, Out Now!
Bitmap Books has released "Fatal Fury/Garou Densetsu: The Ultimate History," a comprehensive book celebrating SNK's iconic fighting game franchise. The 460-page volume features extensive artwork, interviews with key developers like Yasuyuki Oda, and details on the series' history, including titles like Garou: Mark of the Wolves and the upcoming Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves. Available in Standard and Collector's Editions, the book delves into the design philosophies and connections with other SNK titles.
Book Review: Fatal Fury / Garou Densetsu: The Ultimate History - Another Bitmap Beauty
Bitmap Books has released "Fatal Fury / Garou Densetsu: The Ultimate History," a comprehensive 468-page art book chronicling SNK's iconic fighting game franchise. The book details the series' inception, evolution, and artwork, including insights into the development of Garou: Mark of the Wolves and information on the cancelled Garou: Mark of the Wolves 2. It also features an interview with key developers and is praised for its high-quality presentation and stunning visuals.
The Art of Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced Revealed by Titan Books
Titan Books will release 'The Art of Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced' on July 14, 2026, coinciding with Ubisoft's remake of the game. The art book will accompany the highly anticipated remake.
Marvel Cosmic Invasion Art Book Showcases the Game’s Bold Comic-Style Vision
An art book titled Marvel Cosmic Invasion: The Art of the Game will be released on August 4 for $30, detailing the development of the retro-inspired Marvel beat-'em-up. The 120-page hardcover features concept art, illustrations, and developer commentary. The game itself is available on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch, with a physical edition releasing April 17.
Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Secrets of the Zonai art book revealed, pre-orders open
Dark Horse, in collaboration with Nintendo, has announced the upcoming release of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Secrets of the Zonai hardcover art book. Pre-orders for the book are now open.
Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Secrets of the Zonai art book revealed, pre-orders open
The author expresses a preference for The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild over The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, despite initial anticipation for the latter. They found Tears of the Kingdom overwhelming and boring, yearning for the calmness of its predecessor, a sentiment they also experienced with Cyberpunk 2077.
