(A) BioWare The award-winning Mass Effect series captured the hearts and souls of gamers with its memorable characters, stunning visuals, and visceral combat! Now, the Mass Effect universe expands with Dark Horse's The Art of Mass Effect: Andromeda-featuring exclusive art of the new game's characters, arsenal, locations, vehicles, and more!

(W) Mattel, Alex Irvine This beautifully designed volume gives a deep dive into the lore and world of the Mattel hit figure lines, Masters of the Universe: Origins and Masterverse. Explore each figure's background, as well as detailed and wonderfully laid out artwork from the products themselves. Also, the tome will feature new insights from the creators of the figures, written by Alex Irvine (The Comic Book Story of Baseball, Marvel Phase One through Three)!

FEATURING ARTWORK AND INTERVIEWS by JOHN ROMITA JR, J.G. JONES, LEINIL YU, FRANK QUITELY, DAVE GIBBONS, STEVE MCNIVEN, PETER GROSS, TONY HARRIS, and DUNCAN FEGREDO In the '40s, it was DC. In the '60s, it was Marvel. Now Millarworld has reshaped comics in the 21st century and turned into a powerhouse force to be reckoned with. Riding a wave of grand slam properties ranging from comics to box office smash hits like Wanted, starring Angelina Jolie, and Kick-Ass and Kick-Ass 2, Mark Millar has built an empire by collaborating with the industry's finest artists. In honor of its tenth anniversary, and for the first time, Millarworld collects all the cover artwork from KICK-ASS, WANTED, SUPERIOR, THE SECRET SERVICE, NEMESIS, SUPERCROOKS, CHOSEN, WAR HEROES, JUPITER'S LEGACY, and its newest title, MPH. Features behind-the-scenes interviews by the main artist for each title and includes rare, stunning variants by special guest artists like Bill Sienkiewicz, Adam Hughes, Marc Silvestri, Bryan Hitch, Adam Kubert, Geof Darrow, Phil Noto, Jock, Dave Johnson, and more!

(W/A) Charles Vess An elegant and lavish coffee table book revealing the origins, processes, and brilliant final paintings produced for the award-winning fantasy novel Stardust written by Neil Gaiman. Includes work for all of the different editions, and even the ultra-rare portfolio A Fall of Stardust with contributions from many famous cartoonists and illustrators including Mike Mignola (Hellboy), William Stout, Stan Sakai (Usagi Yojimbo), and Sergio Aragones (Mad).

(W) Square Enix (A) Naoki Ikushima Join the travelers in their journey through Orsterra and discover each of their unique origins. Delve into a fantasy landscape full of amazing creatures and scenery. Ponder the inspired design and artistic passion-all through incredible art from the creation of the critically acclaimed Octopath Traveler and Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent. Dark Horse Books and Square Enix present The Art of Octopath Traveler, officially published in English for the first time! This localization of original Japanese material features gorgeous concept art and extensive commentary from the games' creative teams. Discover what lies beyond the horizon!

(W/A/CA) Blizzard Entertainment When it launched in May 2016, Overwatch took the world by storm, boasting millions of players and gaining critical acclaim. Now, in this beautiful hardcover, Blizzard Entertainment reveals the creative process behind one of the most popular FPS games of all time! Filled with never-before-seen art as well as commentary provided by the game's development team, this book is sure to please any Overwatch fan!

(W/A) Blizzard Entertainment A limited-edition compendium including never-before-seen concept art for new characters-from Doomfist to Echo! This volume showcases new content from summer 2017 onward, including the development process around fan-favorite heroes, environments, and cinematics. Beyond new content, this all-encompassing guide goes further, expanding on the construction of unique, event-driven game modes, NPC design, and more. Introduction text and a sneak peek at Overwatch 2, meticulously crafted with the Overwatch game team, complete this beautiful collection! Created in close collaboration with Blizzard Entertainment, who will be offering the standard hardcover edition. o Filled with never-before-seen art, commentary by the game team, and concept art for the newest Overwatch characters!

(W) Christopher Lawrence (A) Alex Ross Overseen by Alex Ross, Painted Comics is hardcover coffee table art book which offers a history of painted comics. It is an overview of the topic: a glimpse into a world that has, to date, been regrettably overlooked; a sampling of artistry that will, we hope, foster an appreciation of the mastery of the men and women behind the images that have long held our collective imagination.

(W/A/CA) Peter Bergting Award-winning comics artist and illustrator Peter Bergting showcases a body of work nearly thirty years in the making. Bergting's repertoire of fantasy, horror, and scif-fi illustrations include comics, magazines, novels, and games, and he's worked in collaboration with creative giants like Mike Mignola. Explore the dark, mystical, and mysterious work of Peter Bergting, collected for the first time in a gorgeous hardcover volume. o Introduction by award-winning horror writer and longtime collaborator Christopher Golden! o A comprehensive volume of captivating sci-fi, fantasy, and horror artwork, plus sketches and process art.

(W) Matt Hawkins & Various (A/CA) Rahsan Ekedal This deluxe oversized hardcover (identical format as the WITCHBLADE 20TH ANNIVERSARY 'ART OF' HARDCOVER) celebrates RAHSAN EKEDAL's work over the past decade for Image Comics and Top Cow Productions. Focusing on the many Image titles he's worked on, including THINK TANK, THE TITHE, and ECHOES, this limited edition is a must have for any fan of those series or RAHSAN's work!

(W/A) Housemarque A hardcover art book chronicling the development of the dark science-fiction time-looping rouguelike bullet hell adventure shooter! When Selene Vassos crash-lands on a mysterious alien planet while in search of a cryptic signal, she's made to face treacherous landscapes, hostile creatures, and a ceaseless time loop that returns her to the moment of her crash each time she would otherwise have died. This oversized volume collects concept art of the volatile biomes and terrifying enemies, as well as insightful commentary from the game's creative team. Dark Horse Books and Housemarque collaborate to present The Art of Returnal. Journey alongside Selene through a beautiful and dangerous world with art and anecdotes from the developers of the BAFTA-winning game.

(W) Albro Lundy (A) Justin Roiland This full-color hardcover artbook showcases the third and fourth seasons of the animated science-fiction adventures of everyone's favorite alcoholic scientist and his grandson! Rick and Morty are back, baby! They never even left! Reruns, dog! Streaming! Anyway, grab your portal gun and get back to exploring the creation of this beloved TV series with its comical characters and their interdimensional counterparts, wack-a-doo aliens, and far-out locations. Dark Horse Books and Adult Swim offer another peek beneath the creators' curtain with The Art of Rick and Morty Volume 2. More concept art! More creator commentary! More stuff! o The deluxe edition features: o An acetate sleeve with Rick and Morty's silhouettes o Gilded edges and a ribbon marker o A glow-in-the-dark lithograph print o Replicas of Rick's iconic bumper stickers

(W) Albro Lundy (A) Justin Roiland This full-color hardcover artbook showcases the third and fourth seasons of the animated science-fiction adventures of everyone's favorite alcoholic scientist and his grandson! Rick and Morty are back, baby! They never even left! Reruns, dog! Streaming! Anyway, grab your portal gun and get back to exploring the creation of this beloved TV series with its comical characters and their interdimensional counterparts, wack-a-doo aliens, and far-out locations. Dark Horse Books and Adult Swim offer another peek beneath the creators' curtain with The Art of Rick and Morty Volume 2. More concept art! More creator commentary! More stuff! o The deluxe edition features: o An acetate sleeve with Rick and Morty's silhouettes o Gilded edges and a ribbon marker o A glow-in-the-dark lithograph print o Replicas of Rick's iconic bumper stickers

(W) Facepunch Studios A skillfully designed, full color art book showcasing all the elements and the artistic evolution of the genre defining, survival-shooter game Rust! The Art of Rust illuminates the development and concept art behind the unique survival video game Rust-a game where everything wants you to die-the island's wildlife, other inhabitants, the environment, and other survivors. Examine the inventive costume designs and unique characters, experience the expansive and harsh environments, and dive into the details of the improvised weapons, base props, and vehicles of Rust.

(W) SNK A glorious hardcover tome collecting concept art and creator commentary from the development of the newest entry in the Samurai Shodown saga. Since 1993, SNK has rocked the fighting-game world with the visceral combat, iconic characters, and dynamic settings of Samurai Shodown! Now, The Art of Samurai Shodown offers unique insights into the making of the long-awaited revival of the classic fighting franchise. This large-format volume contains nearly 700 documents and illustrations that were used to create the blockbuster game, showcasing this latest episode in thrilling hyper-detail! Dark Horse Books and SNK welcome you to explore this beautiful and dangerous world with this striking, in-depth look at the game that embodies the samurai spirit! o All original character designs, weapons, costumes, and backgrounds from Samurai Showdown!

(W) Rick Barba (A) Ubisoft An oversize, full color, hardcover cataloging art from the development of Skull and Bones. Experience the journey from outcast to infamous pirate in The Art of Skull and Bones! Explore life on the Indian Ocean with this high-end coffee table book featuring never-before-seen art and discover a world filled with beauty and danger. Dark Horse and Ubisoft invite readers to enter a perilous paradise with The Art of Skull and Bones, a bounty of concept art and creator commentary detailing the perilous adventures that await on the high waters!

(W) Megan Trevino Get a behind-the-scenes look at the art of this fan-favorite series! Climb aboard the U.S.S. Cerritos with its crew in this special look at the art of the critically acclaimed animated series. With special sections focusing on characters, ships, backgrounds, and scenery, you'll know the lower decks better than the crew! Also included will be interviews with members of the art team, who provide special insights into the making of the series and the art process.

(W) Lucasfilm (A) Respawn Entertainment Cal and his friends continue to evade the Empire's clutches in the dark times following Order 66, but just as a hidden hope reveals itself, new dangers emerge and threaten to destroy everything that the young Jedi has fought to preserve. Explore the creation of the newest Star Wars Jedi adventure with a tome that intimately chronicles the game's development-from visionary design to inspirational artwork to stunning final renders. With heroes and villains both familiar and new, breathtaking locales, and incredible ships and weapons, The Art of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor offers a unique look at the inner workings of a galaxy far, far away.

(W) Massive Entertainment Developed by Massive Entertainment in collaboration with Lucasfilm Games, Star Wars Outlaws gives players the opportunity to explore distinct locations across the galaxy, both iconic and new, as Kay Vess-a scoundrel seeking freedom from her past with her companion Nix. As the unlikely heroes embark on a stars-spanning series of high-stakes missions, they constantly risk running afoul of rivaling gangs or falling into the clutches of the evil Galactic Empire. The Art of Star Wars Outlaws explores the creation of this underworld adventure set between The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi with an expertly designed assembly of thrilling imagery and intimate insights from the game's creators. Now readers can get down and dirty as they acquaint themselves with charming rogues, plunge into alien environments, examine exotic tools and weapons, and see how Kay Vess was made to defy the odds.

(A) Kiyotaka Haimura Featuring the stunning work of Kiyotaka Haimura! This collection of illustrations, rough sketches, and more is sure to please any diehard lovers of the beautiful artwork decorating the covers and pages of Is It Wrong to Pick Up Girls In a Dungeon? Side Story: Sword Oratoria! Included are a long format interview between Kiyotaka Haimura and the author Fujino Omori, an exclusive short story, and illuminating scribbled commentary by Kiyotaka throughout!

(W) Robb Waters When a powerful artificial intelligence named SHODAN is liberated of her ethical constraints, the inhabitants of the Citadel space station are rapidly corrupted into bloodthirsty cyborgs and mutants and placed under her control. It's up to a resourceful rogue hacker to traverse the station level by level, battling the monstrous crew and computer-controlled robots before ultimately facing down with the AI herself! Now fans of the groundbreaking cyber-action shooter can explore the development of the lovingly recreated System Shock in intricate detail-including art of Citadel Station's mysterious interiors, vile enemies, clever props, and much more. Nightdive Studios and Dark Horse Books invite readers to relive the unforgettable experience of the classic game, remade with enormous care for a new generation. Celebrate the return to Citadel Station with The Art of System Shock.

(W/A/CA) Darick Robertson Cover: Darick Robertson Writer: Darick Robertson, Adam McKay Art: Darick Robertson In a world where superheroes roam the earth in search of justice for the common man, who brings justice to the superheroes? The Boys do. Butcher, Wee Hughie, Mother's Milk, The Frenchman and The Female are the badasses that keep the supes in line-protecting mankind from some truly deranged superheroes. Now, for the first time ever, fans can experience the entire collection of fantastically controversial cover art from series artist and co-creator Darick Robertson. This edition also includes all of the exclusive variant covers by legendary guest artists Jim Lee, Dave Gibbons, Howard Chaykin, David Lloyd, and John Cassaday. Topped off with a bonus afterward by producer Adam McKay (Anchorman, Talladega Nights), the definitive collection of covers fans have been clamoring for has officially arrived-all in one glorious hardcover!

(W/A/CA) Darick Robertson Cover: Darick Robertson Writer: Darick Robertson, Adam McKay Art: Darick Robertson In a world where superheroes roam the earth in search of justice for the common man, who brings justice to the superheroes? The Boys do. Butcher, Wee Hughie, Mother's Milk, The Frenchman and The Female are the badasses that keep the supes in line-protecting mankind from some truly deranged superheroes. Now, for the first time ever, fans can experience the entire collection of fantastically controversial cover art from series artist and co-creator Darick Robertson. This edition also includes all of the exclusive variant covers by legendary guest artists Jim Lee, Dave Gibbons, Howard Chaykin, David Lloyd, and John Cassaday. Topped off with a bonus afterward by producer Adam McKay (Anchorman, Talladega Nights), the definitive collection of covers fans have been clamoring for has officially arrived-all in one glorious hardcover!

Naughty Dog Studios and Dark Horse proudly present the essential companion to The Last of Us, a richly detailed and compelling game set in a postpandemic world where humans have become an endangered species. Featuring concept art, character designs, and astonishing settings and landscapes, The Art of The Last of Us provides a unique look at one of the gaming world's most eagerly anticipated titles.

(W/A) Naughty Dog Studios (CA) Rob Johnson Follow Ellie's profound and harrowing journey of vengeance through an exhaustive collection of original art and intimate creator commentary in the full-color hardcover volume: The Art of The Last of Us Part II. Created in collaboration between Dark Horse Books and the developers at Naughty Dog, The Art of The Last of Us Part II offers extensive insights into the making of the long-awaited sequel to the award-winning The Last of Us. oThe limited edition also features an exclusive cover and slipcase, as well as a gallery-quality lithograph!

(W/A) Gearbox A fantastic, full-color, oversized hardcover that chronicles the making of Gearbox's genre-mashing looter shooter! Go beyond the Borderlands with The Art of Tiny Tina's Wonderlands! Embark on a chaotic adventure that reimagines a cast of unforgettable characters as players journey through the Wonderlands. Admire the details of Tiny Tina's tabletop world in this handsome hardcover filled with the unique concept art of the environments, creatures, weapons, and characters we all know and love from the minds behind the Borderlands franchise!

THE SOLD OUT HARDCOVER - NOW AVAILABLE IN SOFTCOVER! THE ART OF TODD McFARLANE: THE DEVIL'S IN THE DETAILS is a visual biography celebrating 30 years of artwork from one of the comic industry's most popular and iconic artist personalities. Features art from original comic art boards, rare, never-before-seen sketches, and art from McFARLANE 's work on, among others, Batman, Spider-Man, Incredible Hulk and his own top-selling creation, SPAWN. Also features extensive commentary by the artist himself. Large format softcover book showcases McFARLANE 's detailed art style at a previously unpublished size. Has broad appeal for all comic art fans.

(W/A) Squanch Games Save the universe! Save your dogs! Take your chair to the streets and follow Trover throughout the cosmos as you battle your way through hordes of clones on your quest to stop Glorkon! This freaky and awesome hardcover art book is the perfect companion to Squanch Games's first full length game! Feast your eye holes on page after page of crazy concept art and intimate commentary! AN

(W) Isao Takahata An old bamboo cutter and his wife find a tiny girl inside a bamboo shoot and raise her. The mysterious little princess grows rapidly into a young lady, enthralling everyone who encounters her-but ultimately, she must face her fate. This book captures the breathtaking art of the film from conception to production, and features commentary, interviews, and an in-depth look at the production process. 'Every frame is worthy of being its own painting.' -Joe Hisaishi, film's composer

A PERSONAL TOUR OF ONE ARTIST'S INSPIRATIONS A self-portrait through one hundred portraits, Artists Authors Thinkers Directors explores cartoonist Paul Hornschemeier's sketchbook renderings of those who shaped his (and many others') artistic views. Culled from his drawing blog - The Daily Forlorn, now one of Tumblr's featured illustration blogs, adding thousands of new followers every week - these portraits are as stylistically varied as the subjects they portray. A scrawled, single line drawing of Lenny Bruce shares space with a triangular Werner Heisenberg. A monochromatic, stippled Stanley Kubrick stares intently at a muppetheaded Frank Oz. Each turn of the page offers a new take on a familiar face. In the afterword, Hornschemeier includes brief notes on each portrait and that creator's particular work or insight that spoke specifically to him. And in that specificity, much of what is universally affecting in each creator shines through. Hornschemeier's graphic novels hop from one aesthetic to the next, varying the line and color quality to depict his narrative's mood. He plays wi

(W) Satoru Iwata 'On my business card, I am a corporate president. In my mind, I am a game developer. But in my heart, I am a gamer.' -Satoru Iwata Satoru Iwata was the former Global President and CEO of Nintendo and a gifted programmer who played a key role in the creation of many of the world's best-known games. He led the production of innovative platforms such as the Nintendo DS and the Wii, and laid the groundwork for the development of the wildly successful Pok?mon Go game and the Nintendo Switch. Known for his analytical and imaginative mind, but even more for his humility and people-first approach to leadership, Satoru Iwata was beloved by game fans and developers worldwide. In this motivational collection, Satoru Iwata addresses diverse subjects such as locating bottlenecks, how success breeds resistance to change, and why programmers should never say no. Drawn from the 'Iwata Asks' series of interviews with key contributors to Nintendo games and hardware, and featuring conversations with renowned Mario franchise creator Shigeru Miyamoto and creator of EarthBound Shigesato

(W) Keoi Tecmo (A/CA) Toridamono The alchemist Ryza and her friends had gone their separate ways, but by chance they have found each other once again. Atelier Ryza 2: Lost Legends & The Secret Fairy explores new regions from mythical ruins to deep dungeons in an all-new JRPG adventure. Atelier Ryza 2: Official Visual Collection gathers the wonderful artwork behind this new entry in the Atelier series. Included are key illustrations, character concepts, and weapon & monster designs. Also, no JRPG fan will want to miss exclusive interviews with the game's developers.

(A/CA) Jed Henry Relive your favorite scenes from Avatar: The Last Airbender with this beautifully detailed coloring book! Filled with 45 black-and-white images by artist Jed Henry, and produced in collaboration with creators Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko, this book is sure to be a hit with any Avatar fan!

(W) Michael Dante Dimartino, Bryan Konietzko (A) Bryan Konietzko, Michael Dante Dimartino (CA) Bryan Konietzko Since its debut in 2005, Avatar: The Last Airbender has remained one of Nickelodeon's most talked about and highest-rated animated series to date, and it's not too hard to see why... Not only does it offer an epic storyline, engaging characters, action, adventure, and a powerful message about the importance of hope in a world long-besieged by war, all the while serving up top-notch entertainment. It's also beautifully executed, a stunning masterpiece of animated storytelling that harmonizes Western influences with aesthetic inspiration drawn from a diverse array of cultures, including those of China, Japan, India, and the Inuit. An unprecedented look at the concept, design, and production art behind this smash-hit series, Avatar: The Last Airbender, The Art of the Animated Series chronicles the show's development - from the very first sketch through to the series finale and beyond! - along with behind-the-scenes commentary from series creators Bryan Konietzko and Michael

Behind-the-scenes superhero secrets from Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame! This deluxe hardcover edition includes stunning images, cast and crew interviews, and in-depth articles,taking fans step-by-step on the road to a story ten years in the telling!

(W) Chuck Palahniuk (A) Duncan Fegredo & Various (CA) Duncan Fegredo New York Times bestselling novelist Chuck Palahniuk presents Bait: Off-Color Stories for You to Color, his first ever coloring book for adults. Bait is both the coloring book debut and the second short story collection for Palahniuk, author of Lullaby and Fight Club. Palahniuk invites readers to collaborate on this unprecedented hardcover edition: 'Maybe between your colors, the artists' designs, and my stories we can create something that endures. Something worth keeping. Let's create a well-bound book that can sit on any shelf and be available for a new generation to discover and enjoy.'

(W/A) Various A new printing of the classic Best of DC War Artist's Edition. DC Comics produced some of the very finest war comics ever, by some of the best artists in the field. This spectacular Artist's Edition includes an amazing selection of stories by the best of the best: Heath, Kirby, Kubert, Severin, and Toth-a veritable pantheon of classic war artists doing what they do best. Measuring 12' ? 17', these complete stories are scanned from the original artwork and reproduced to the exacting standards that have garnered IDW numerous Eisner Awards for the Artist's Edition series.

The Best of DRAW!, Volume Three collects more of the best tutorials and interviews from DRAW!, the professional 'How-To' magazine on comics and cartooning! Featured here are the top artists in the comics and animation fields - penciling by Mike Wieringo, illustration by Dan Brereton, design by Paul Rivoche, cartooning by Bill Wray, inking by Mike Manley, and much more! Watch as the pros present their work step-by-step, offering valuable tricks and tips for both beginning and experienced artists. Editor Mike Manley has loaded this colossal volume full of invaluable information, making it a must-have item for anyone interested in improving their art skills!

(W) Al Feldstein, Harvey Kurtzman (A) Al Williamson & Various The Best of EC Comics Artisan Edition collects 25 of the finest stories ever produced by the legendary comics company. The stories in this volume represent the very best of what EC published-Wally Wood's 'My World,' Al Williamson's 'Food for Thought,' Alex Toth's 'Thunderjet,' Joe Orlando's 'Judgment Day,' Harvey Kurtzman's 'Corpse on the Imjin,' Bernie Krigstein's 'Master Race,' Jack Davis' 'Foul Play,' and many more classics. Every page has been scanned from the original art in color-and while the art appears to be in black and white, if you look closely, you will notice that blue pencil notations, ink gradients, corrections, duo-shade, and so much more is clearly visible, ll the little nuances that makes original art so beautiful and unique.

(W) Richard M. Overstreet (CA) Francesco Francavilla Produced as a limited edition for comic book dealers, serious collectors and historians, The Big, Big Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide is an oversized, spiral-bound version of The Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide that includes only the pricing sections and the lists of top comics. In other words, it has no ads and no articles, nothing but copious amounts of pricing and other data. Since 1970, the Guide has been the Bible of comic book collecting enthusiasts. This edition features an original Afterlife with Archie cover by acclaimed series artist Francesco Francavilla.