(W/A) Housemarque A full-color deluxe hardcover set that chronicling the development of the newest game in the iconic Assassin's Creed saga with exclusive packaging and lavish treatments. Two compelling new protagonists, Naoe-an adept shinobi assassin from Iga Province-and Yasuke-the powerful African samurai of historical renown-emerge from the shadows of 15th Century Japan to discover their common destiny. Along the way, they're joined and confronted by charismatic characters, will master a variety of weapons and tools, and traverse across dynamic and dangerous Sengoku-era Japanese landscapes-all of which is explored in this comprehensive deluxe edition set. This package includes an exclusive cover treatment that depicts the striking profiles of Naoe and Yasuke, a decorative slipcase, and a portfolio enclosing a gallery-quality print. The Art of Assassin's Creed Shadows celebrates and chronicles the venerable series' first foray into the landscape of feudal Japan. Dark Horse Books and Ubisoft have combined their efforts to produce an art book in the tradition of the world-spanning B

(W/A) Housemarque A full-color over-sized hardcover volume chronicling the development of the newest game in the iconic Assassin's Creed saga. Two compelling new protagonists, Naoe-an adept shinobi assassin from Iga Province-and Yasuke-the powerful African samurai of historical renown-emerge from the shadows of 15th Century Japan to discover their common destiny. Along the way, they're joined and confronted by charismatic characters, will master a variety of weapons and tools, and traverse across dynamic and dangerous Sengoku-era Japanese landscapes-all of which is explored in this comprehensive tome. The Art of Assassin's Creed Shadows celebrates and chronicles the venerable series' first foray into the landscape of feudal Japan. Dark Horse Books and Ubisoft have combined their efforts to produce an art book in the tradition of the world-spanning Brotherhood, aiming to satisfy and inspire shinobi assassin and samurai of all generations.

The Assassin's Creed series is renowned for its skillful blend of historical fiction, epic environments, and exciting action. This art book offers an insider's look at first title in the franchise to explore Norse culture and the Viking invasion of England in the 9th century. Featuring iconic artworks ranging from stunning settings to brutal weapons, as well as developer insights, this is a must-have for any Assassin's Creed fan and art lover alike. Filled from cover-to-cover with gorgeous art and insightful commentary.

(W) Chris Allcock, Rare Ltd. Drop into vibrant illustrations of the game's heroes, villains, and environments that evoke nineties cartoon nostalgia! Hop in and race through a wealth of production materials from early concept art to finely tuned combat and mission structure throughout late development stages. This book is filled to the brim with unique development insights and also revisits the franchise's classic titles, which informed an all new, battle-ready era of 'Toad! Rare Ltd., Dlala Studios, and Dark Horse Books are elated to present The Art of Battletoads, an essential art book whether you're a brand new brawlin' tadpole or Turbo Tunnel champion of old! o Featuring hundreds of exclusive art pieces!

A full-color oversized hardcover volume collecting art and commentary chronicling the development of Borderlands 4! Borderlands 4 brings intense action, badass Vault Hunters, and billions of wild and deadly weapons to an all-new planet ruled by a ruthless tyrant. In Gearbox Entertainment and 2K?s next entry of their iconic looter shooter franchise, the cataclysmic arrival of Pandora?s moon throws the planet Kairos into chaos, and only the Vault Hunters and their allies will be able to stop the authoritarian machinations of the Timekeeper. You?re invited to join Gearbox, 2K, and Dark Horse for a deep dive into the making of Borderlands 4, from concepts to character designs, enemies to environments. And of course, guns! See how the world of Kairos came together in The Art of Borderlands 4!

(W) Square Enix, Claytechworks Co. Ltd (A) Naoki Ikushima An oversized full-color hardcover collection of art and commentary from the creators of the Bravely Default saga. Explore the world of Excillant across over three hundred pages of endearing character design, breathtaking landscapes, and playful marketing art-all with developer commentary published for the first time in English! Dark Horse Books and Square Enix present The Art of Bravely Default II: 201X-2021! This localization of original Japanese material features gorgeous concept art and extensive commentary from the games' creative teams. Discover what lies beyond the horizon!

Return to the enchanted world of Luxendarc with a collection of art that celebrates another critically revered entry in the Bravely series! Enjoy in-depth commentary from the creative team, and explore detailed concept art from the ethereal sequel to BRAVELY DEFAULT. Dark Horse Books is proud to collaborate with Square Enix to present The Art of Bravely Second: End Layer, published in English for the first time! This localization of the original Japanese text features gorgeous concept art and extensive commentary from the team behind BRAVELY SECOND. The second of two volumes, this collection intimately explores the concepts and creativity from the next chapter in the fan-favorite Bravely series! o Presented in English for the very first time! o Features hundreds of pieces of development art and exclusive commentary from the game's creators!

(W) Ubisoft (A/CA) Bobbypills An oversized hardcover chronicle collecting concept art and creator commentary from the development of the hyper-meta animated Netflix series. Captain Laserhawk is a self-reflexive alternate 'Ubiverse' featuring twisted versions of iconic Ubisoft characters in a vibrant and geeky style. This art book presents the making of the first season of the satirical and self-aware adventure with exuberant concept art, intimate creator commentary, and a look inside the studio. Journey across Eden and the New Wasteland alongside Dolph Laserhawk with Captain Laserhawk: The Art of the Animated Series-Season One.

(W/A) Studio Mdhr To all those with a taste for adventure...come explore the previously undiscovered regions of the Inkwell Isles! Get transported back once again to the classic rubber hose cartoons of the 1930s animation with an art book celebrating the newest addition to the acclaimed platformer, Cuphead...The Delicious Last Course! This deluxe edition features a mint-green foil cover featuring Cuphead, Mugman, and Ms. Chalice, along with three acetate cels housed in a protective portfolio case! Take a gander at the celebrated expansion's traditional hand-drawn frame-by-frame animation and peek at the early concepts, production work, and unused ideas that went into the making of The Delicious Last Course's new characters, bosses, and stages! Relive the most cherished and challenging moments of Cuphead and Mugman's adventure with their new pal Ms. Chalice, all in a way you've never seen before! Dark Horse Books and Studio MDHR are thrilled to present The Art of Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course! This vintage-style art extravaganza is the perfect book for fans of Cuphead!

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(W) Studio Mdhr Get transported back to the golden age of 1930s animation with an art book celebrating the acclaimed run & gun platformer Cuphead! Each page of this curated collection of artwork is designed to capture the vintage look and feel of the Thirties. Take a gander at the game's traditional hand-drawn, frame-by-frame animation. Peek at the early concepts, production work, and early ideas that went into the making of Cuphead's characters, bosses, stages, and more! And relive the most cherished and challenging moments of Cuphead and Mugman's adventure to reclaim their souls from the Devil! Guided by personal insights from game directors Chad and Jared Moldenhauer, take a trip through the Inkwell Isles and discover a new appreciation for Cuphead's animation style and challenging retro gameplay.

(W) Deeki Deke Holy smokes! It's the art of The Cuphead Show! If you're one of the many people who have fallen in love with the Cuphead video games and Netflix animated series, this book is for you! Join writers, artists, designers, and other staff from The Cuphead Show as they take you on a deep dive of the development and production of one of the hottest animated series around! Covering all three seasons of the animated series, this book features never-before-seen production art, animatics, character designs, and more! It's a stellar collection that true fans won't want to miss.

(W/A) Phoenix Labs Dark Horse Books and Phoenix Labs are thrilled to present the most intimate look at the development of their debut with The Art of Dauntless, a meticulously curated tome filled with hundreds of pieces of art each paired with exclusive commentary from the team that created it. Get an exclusive behind the scenes look at how the world of Dauntless came to be and experience the Shattered Isles in a whole new way!

(W) Alex Calvin I Love HELL-A! This gory volume is dripping with insights showing just how the video game world of Dead Island 2 came to life! Featuring never before seen concept art on each of the Slayers, their gear and weapons, the ruined and iconic streets of post-outbreak Los Angeles, and the shambling hordes of dangerous undead that call them home! Also, this book showcases insights from the creators of the game, with captions and text written by Alex Calvin (Runescape: The First 20 Years).

(W/A) Motive Studio Join us in celebrating the art of the 2023 smash-hit Dead Space-the completely rebuilt sci-fi survival-horror classic. Pore over details, small and large, that expand and improve the original game's thrilling vision. Explore the claustrophobic hallways of the Ishimura, alien landscape of Aegis VII, iconic engineering suits, tools, weapons, characters, and gruesome necromorphs presented on beautiful, high-quality paper stock so you don't miss any element of this faithful and terrifying ground-up remake.

(A) Various (CA) Joe Jusko Since the first serialized adventures in 1912 of the Martian Princess Dejah Thoris and her beloved hero, John Carter, science fiction and fantasy enthusiasts have dreamed of the faraway Red Planet, its wondrous sights and monstrous perils. In this second volume of The Art of Dejah Thoris and the Worlds of Mars, the finest artists of modern fantasy have brought the dying world of Mars to life, depicting scenes of brutal conflict with alien beasts, quiet moments overlooking Martian wastes, and enticing visions of an exotic princess at her most intimate. This magnificent hardcover collection features the talents of J. Scott Campbell, Joe Jusko, Frank Cho, Lucio Parillo, Tula Lotay, Mike McKone and many more!

(W/A/CA) BioWare The next generation of fantasy is here! Go behind the scenes of Dragon Age: Inquisition, the most ambitious game ever created by legendary developer BioWare! Featuring hundreds of never-before-seen art pieces and commentary from the developers themselves, this volume offers revealing insight into the inspiration and creation of every facet of Dragon Age: Inquisition, from the heroes to the wondrous weapons they wield, the powerful beasts they battle, and the extraordinary world they inhabit. o Filled with never-before-seen art! o Commentary by the creators of Dragon Age! o From BioWare, developers of the hit Mass Effect series!

(W/A) BioWare BioWare, the game team behind the fantasy epic Dragon Age: The Veilguard, invites you to take a look behind-the-scenes and experience their creative journey bringing the world of Thedas to life in this luxuriously oversized, deluxe edition art book! See characters as you've never seen them before-from concept to final design, explore the world and varied cultures of Thedas with splash art designs and props from the beautiful locales in the game, and inspect the armory-examining in detail hundreds of weapons and armor! Created in collaboration with the developers at BioWare, this art book showcases the painstaking detail with which Thedas has been lovingly crafted. The deluxe edition features: An elegant foil-stamped slipcase and cover Gilded pages A ribbon book marker Two lithographic art prints housed in a sleek portfolio See the developers' ideas flow from concept to complete design, and experience Dragon Age: The Veilguard from a new perspective!

(W/A) BioWare Explore the world of BioWare's latest fantasy epic, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, in-depth with this incredible, oversized art book! Uncover the secrets of Thedas, and experience the world through new eyes with stunning concept art! See characters as you've never seen them before-from concept to final design, explore the world and varied cultures of Thedas with splash art designs and props from the beautiful locales in the game, and inspect the armory-examining in detail hundreds of weapons and armor! Created in collaboration with the developers at BioWare, this art book showcases the painstaking detail with which Thedas has been lovingly crafted.

(W) Ken Plume (CA) Sean Jimenez Scrooge McDuck and nephews Huey, Dewey, and Louie are back in the 2017 remake of the classic series from Disney Television Animation, DuckTales, and join Donald Duck on adventures-solving mysteries and rewriting history! Like Scrooge into the Money Bin, dive into this beautiful, oversized coffee-table book and read tales of the making of the series from developers Matt Youngberg, Francisco Angones, Suzanna Olson, and others. Join in on the adventure with exclusive interviews with the cast including David Tennant (Scrooge McDuck), Danny Pudi (Huey), Ben Schwartz (Dewey), Bobby Moynihan (Louie), Kate Miccuci (Webby), Don Cheadle (Donald Duck), and many more! Find out what it means to every day be out there making DuckTales! Woo-oo! o The deluxe edition has a slipcase that houses a gold-gilded version the book, an exclusive DuckTales Guidebook that contains expanded versions of the interviews with the crew and cast, and a finely crafted replica of Scrooge's Number One Dime!

(W) Ken Plume (CA) Sean Jimenez Scrooge McDuck and nephews Huey, Dewey, and Louie are back in the 2017 remake of the classic series from Disney Television Animation, DuckTales, and join Donald Duck on adventures-solving mysteries and rewriting history! Like Scrooge into the Money Bin, dive into this beautiful, oversized coffee-table book and read tales of the making of the series from developers Matt Youngberg, Francisco Angones, Suzanna Olson, and others. Join in on the adventure with exclusive interviews with the cast including David Tennant (Scrooge McDuck), Danny Pudi (Huey), Ben Schwartz (Dewey), Bobby Moynihan (Louie), Kate Miccuci (Webby), Don Cheadle (Donald Duck), and many more! Find out what it means to every day be out there making DuckTales! Woo-oo!

Explore the vibrant island of Yara, a nation trapped in time. Meet the country's brutal dictator, Ant?n Castillo, whose promise of paradise comes at a cost. Dark Horse Books and Ubisoft have joined forces to create The Art of Far Cry 6, a beautiful volume that is perfect for any fan of the Far Cry adventures. Welcome to Yara. Viva Libertad! o The perfect companion to the video game Far Cry 6.

(W/A) Usa Nintendo The Art of Fire Emblem Awakening? contains an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at the smash-hit Nintendo 3DS? game, from beautifully illustrated renditions of your favorite characters to storyboards for in-game events, character designs, weapon designs, character profiles, and the entirety of the script with every possible branch of dialogue!

(W) Sucker Punch Step into the role of Tsushima Island's last samurai through a vivid showcase of historic detail in a vast and exotic locale, featuring elegant illustrations of dynamic characters, spirited landscapes, and diagrams of Samurai sword-fighting techniques. Inspired by traditional Japanese art, this gorgeously designed art book showcases every vivid detail of Ghost of Tsushima! Nearly 200 pages of art from the hit video game Ghost of Tsushima!

(W) Amy Ratcliffe A full-color oversized hardcover volume that collects concept art and creative commentary chronicling the development of the next entry in the God of War saga. The god of war himself returns in this brand-new installment to the beloved God of War series. As the threat of Ragnarök grows ever closer, Kratos and Atreus find themselves choosing between the safety of their family and the safety of the realms. This passionately assembled tome details a story of parenthood, destiny, and adventure in the voices of the team that brought it to life. Dark Horse Books and Santa Monica Studio join forces to present stunning, never-before-seen concept art of the world, characters, creatures, and artifacts with The Art of God of War Ragnarök. See what adventures await in Midgard and beyond.

A full-color oversized hardcover volume that collects concept art and creative commentary chronicling the development of the next entry in the God of War saga. The god of war himself returns in this brand-new installment to the beloved God of War series. As the threat of Ragnarök grows ever closer, Kratos and Atreus find themselves choosing between the safety of their family and the safety of the realms. This passionately assembled tome details a story of parenthood, destiny, and adventure in the voices of the team that brought it to life. Dark Horse Books and Santa Monica Studio join forces to present stunning, never-before-seen concept art of the world, characters, creatures, and artifacts with The Art of God of War Ragnarök. See what adventures await in Midgard and beyond. o Deluxe edition includes deluxe treatments like a faux leather clamshell case and cover, and a gallery-quality lithograph in a displayable portfolio.

(W) ArenaNet Explore the living history of Tyria through an expansive collection of never-before-seen concept art, production material, and creator commentary from Guild Wars and Guild Wars 2 that offers exclusive insight into an ever-changing world inhabited by millions of players! The continuing growth of the Guild Wars franchise is detailed by the ArenaNet artists themselves in a volume that commemorates the studio's twentieth anniversary. o The perfect companion piece for the millions of Guild Wars players. o A complete book containing art from both games, and every installment.

(W) Sarah Rodriguez (A/CA) Half Brick Studios Since 2001, the Australian game company Halfbrick Studios has been changing the mobile games scene. After seven years of making licensed games, Halfbrick took a chance and released Fruit Ninja to the world-- and the world became obsessed with slicing cartoon fruit. Propelling themselves forward on the smash success of Fruit Ninja, Halfbrick released even more games that took the gaming community by storm. Featuring art from Jetpack Joyride, Monster Dash, Dan the Man, and more, this art book explores the rich collection of never before seen art that tells the story of a creative and ambitious company that never ceases to deliver fun and joy!

(W) Tim Seeley, Steve Seeley (A) Various In 1982, the world was introduced to He-Man and the Masters of the Universe. What followed was a cultural sensation that changed the landscape of children's entertainment forever! Join Mattel and Dark Horse in this comprehensive retrospective chronicling He-Man's decades-long, epic journey from toy, to television, to film, to a true pop culture phenomenon!

(W/A) Mattel Witness Eternia as you've never seen it before! This exciting tome brings you an all new look at the newest incarnation of Masters of the Universe, bringing an exciting sci-fi twist to the classic series. Featuring a behind-the-scenes look at all of He-Man's allies, the evil minions of Skeletor, and the strange and alien landscapes, creatures, technology of Eternia! In addition, this volume showcases the creation process of all aspects of this show with never-before-seen material. Dark Horse Books and Mattel proudly present: The Art of He-Man and the Masters of the Universe! A welcome addition to the collection of any Masters of the Universe fan! o A behind the scenes look at the hit animated series now airing on Netflix!

(W/A) Guerilla Games A dynamic full-color hardcover featuring concept art and creator commentary chronicling the development of the next adventure in the epic Horizon saga. Follow Aloy on her next adventure with this beautiful chronicle created by Dark Horse Books in association with Guerrilla Games! The Art of Horizon Forbidden West uncovers the mysteries of a lost world with all new behind-the-scenes artwork and intimate developer commentary. Relive the unforgettable tale. o The sequel one of the most highly anticipated titles for the next gen systems. o Deluxe edition contains exclusive slipcase and cover treatments, and a gallery-quality lithograph print!

(W/A) Guerilla Games A dynamic full-color hardcover featuring concept art and creator commentary chronicling the development of the next adventure in the epic Horizon saga. Follow Aloy on her next adventure with this beautiful chronicle created by Dark Horse Books in association with Guerrilla Games! The Art of Horizon Forbidden West uncovers the mysteries of a lost world with all new behind-the-scenes artwork and intimate developer commentary. Relive the unforgettable tale. o The sequel one of the most highly anticipated titles for the next gen systems.

Explore the Crucible and the distinct houses of KeyForge through a gorgeously designed collection of the game's masterfully created art! This vibrant artbook explores KeyForge's contest of power and wit with hundreds of illustrations that demonstrate the countless possibilities that are available across every deck, showcasing the whimsical and exciting art in glorious detail! This tome is a must-have for readers ranging from the most dedicated Archons to casual fans of games and science-fantasy! Join the legions of players who've made this game a smash success, and witness the Crucible for yourself!

(W/A) Meredith Kecskemety The adventure begins in the hit Prime Video series The Legend of Vox Machina! Follow Vex'ahlia, Vax'ildan, Keyleth, Grog Strongjaw, Scanlan Shorthalt, Pike Trickfoot, and Percival de Rolo as they set off to save Exandria from dark forces. Experience the world of Exandria again with character breakdowns, concept art, and a behind-the-scenes look into the creation of the show with The Legend of Vox Machina writer Meredith Kecskemety, along with special commentary from the creative team at Titmouse and the cast of Critical Role. This deluxe edition includes a foil slipcase themed after Gilmore's Glorious Goods, along with an acetate cel lithograph and case wrap featuring our band of heroes!

(W/A) Meredith Kecskemety The adventure begins in the hit TV series The Legend of Vox Machina! Follow Vex'halia, Vax'lidan, Keyleth, Grog Strongjaw, Scanlan Shorthalt, Pike Trickfoot, and Percy de Rolo as they set off to save Exandria from dark forces. Experience Exandria again with character breakdowns, concept art, and a behind-the-scenes look into the creation of the show with Legend of Vox Machina writer Meredith Kecskemety, along with special commentary from the cast.

(W) David Roach (A) Luis Garcia (CA) Luis Garcia, David Roach Luis Garcia was one of the most talented artists of the legendary Spanish Invasion which transformed Warren comics in the 1970s, creating artwork that was both stunningly attractive and astonishingly realistic. Garcia drew for all the Warren titles but was particularly associated with Vampirella magazine where his innovative artwork and gift for drawing beautiful women was a highlight for several years. But his career encompassed far more than just horror comics; starting off as an artist of seductive romance strips, he went on to find fame in France drawing for Pilote magazine, was a pioneer of autobiographical and political comics, created some of the earliest and most accomplished graphic novels and then changed careers completely to become a world class painter. For the first time anywhere in the world The Art of Luis Garcia brings together each phase of his career to create the first comprehensive retrospective of his amazing artwork. Each chapter details his work and life with historical analysis from artist and a

A full-color hardcover art book collecting art and developer commentary chronicling the creation of the new multiplayer class-based shooter starring heroes and villains from across the Marvel Multiverse. In Marvel Rivals, players can select from an ever-growing roster of their favorite Marvel characters to launch into combat through Multiverse-inspired battlefields. There, they fight alongside teammates against a group of equally skilled foes to see who will emerge victorious! Explore the development of freshly reimagined icons like Iron Man, Namor, Storm, and many more-including their imitable skills and equipment, and a vast wardrobe of unique costumes. The action all takes place across maps inspired by Marvel's most recognizable locales-from the spires of Yggsgard to the depths of Hydra's Hive World-concept art for all of which can be analyzed in extreme detail. The Art of Marvel Rivals is a must-have tome for any fan of multiplayer shooters, super heroic action, or breathtaking competition across Marvel's Multiverse!

(W) Paul Davies (A) Second Dinner Studios Inc. Including over one hundred characters and locations from across Marvel's bustling Multiverse, The Art of Marvel SNAP is a fabulous way to indulge in the artistry that brings Marvel SNAP to life! Players assemble powerful team-ups with fan-favorite heroes and villains across varied Marvel Universe locations. Now, fans can pore over every exciting detail of the game's elaborate, original artwork from many of the world's most creative artists in this beautiful art book format! Bursting with art, this captivating gallery is further explored through developer commentary that offers fans exclusive insights from game developer Second Dinner. This full-cover collection celebrates Marvel's award-winning, smash hit digital collectable card battler game with art from over 300 developer-selected cards created for the game.