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April 7th 2026 The pixel side-scroller Marvel Cosmic Invasion was a big hit with fans when it released in December of 2025, delivering 90's inspired gameplay and visuals with a roster of fan-favourite characters. The retro-inspired graphics of the game will soon be celebrated further, following the announcement of a new artbook from Dark Horse, Marvel Cosmic Invasion: The Art of the Game. Marvel Cosmic Invasion: The Art of the Game cover art Reported first by Gamespot, the upcoming book will deliver 120 pages of artwork that helped create the game's colourful visuals when it arrives on August 4th. The 8.5" x 11" hardcover will feature a mix of artwork, from concept art to illustrations, for the characters and locations found in Marvel Rivals, alongside commentary from the developers at Tribute Games. The book is a little smaller than other releases, but much like the game itself, that is also reflected in the price tag, which sites at a very reasonable $30, which is fantastic news for fans. This is a welcome approach that sees a lower budget release getting the artbook treatment from a publisher that is one of the best in the space. This is all relative to other titles from Dark Horse though, as 8.5" x 11" is still a large book, last seen for the superb release, The Art of Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course. The cover art for the book perfectly captures the 90's style of the characters, including Spider-Man, Wolverine, Storm, and She-Hulk, which is then carried over to the style of the game that is a throwback to the brawlers of the same decade. It makes it an artbook suited for players wanting to see more from Cosmic Invasion, but also those that have nostalgia for the time period of both Marvel and video games. The short wait time is also a big win too, as artbooks are typically announced 5 months or more ahead of time, making 4 months a quicker turnaround time and less than a year after the Marvel Cosmic Invasion's release. Dark Horse have published multiple Marvel video game artbooks, including The Art of Marvel SNAP, The Art of Marvel Rivals, and The Art of Marvel's Spider-Man 2, indicating that the ongoing relationship between the publisher and Marvel Games is strong and will continue to incude multiple developers. Marvel Cosmic Invasion is a side-scrolling 2D brawler that features a roster of iconic Marvel heroes to fend of a cosmic threat. Players can team up with up to three other people to fight through colourful comic-inspired environments, taking on enemies with unique character abilities and the environment. It also includes tag-team mechanics to swap between heroes that adds a level of strategy while playing. The game was released on December 1st 2025 and received favourable reviews amongst critics and players, making an artbook a tantalizing purchase for players. Pre-orders for Marvel Cosmic Invasion: The Art of the Game have not yet gone live as the announcement is very recent, but check back soon as purchase links will be shared here so you can find and add this exciting new book to your shelf. Future updates for the book will be reported here, as well as a review when it arrives on August 4th! Buy Here / Buy Here (UK) Tags; #DarkHorse #Nintendo #TheLegendOfZelda #TheLegendOfZeldaTearsOfTheKingdom

Book Details ISBN: 978-1506755557 Publisher: Dark Horse Books Page Count: 120 Format: Hardcover Publication Date: 04/08/2026 (August 4th 2026) Other Editions: N/A Buy Here / Buy Here (UK) About Dark Horse and Tribute Games have partnered to bring fans a look at the visuals behind the 90's inspired beat 'em up Marvel Cosmic Invasion. The 120-page hardcover dives into the concepts, pixel art, and illustrations for the game's locations and characters, perfect for fans wanting more from the bold visual style to pore over after putting down the controller. Marvel Cosmic Invasion: The Art of the Game will also feature insights from the developers, giving players an ever deeper look behind the scenes at what it took to bring the brawler to life. Categories Tags Based On: #MarvelCosmicInvasion Series: #MarvelCosmicInvasion Publisher: #DarkHorse Studio: #TributeGames #MarvelGames #Marvel Platform: #Switch #Nintendo #PC #PlayStation #PS5 #PS4 #Xbox #XboxSeriesX #XboxSeriesS #Switch2 Genre: #Sidescroller #Action #2D

Book Details ISBN: 978-1835410387 Publisher: Titan Books Page Count: 192 Format: Hardcover Publication Date : 16/06/2026 (June 16th 2026) Other Editions: N/A Buy Here / Buy Here (UK) About Get lost in the fantasy world of Skydance Animation's movie Swapped with this hardcover volume of art and insights from Titan Books. The story of Pookoo and Javan gets to shine through the concept art and 3D models that helped create it, including the unique character designs and the stunning locations they find themselves in. The Art & Making of Swapped is perfect for fans of the movie, as well as artists and animated movie buffs. Categories Tags Based On: #Swapped Series: #Swapped Publisher: #TitanBooks Studio: #SkydanceAnimation Platform: #TV #Netflix Genre: #Family #Comedy

April 26th 2026 Ubisoft gave everyone an official look at Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced this week, revealing the updates and changes they have made to the 2013 pirate adventure entry in the series. Fans are now ready to venture into the world of Edward Kenway once again, but those wanting a little more will also find treasure trove of artwork in the new artbook, The Art of Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced. The Art of Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced cover art Like the game, the artbook was not a well kept secret, with listings being posted online early, as reported here. Now though, the product pages on retailer sites like Amazon are official and include all the details of what the book will be, ending speculation as to what it might include. The Art of Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced is set to arrive on July 14th 2026, just days after the game's July 9th release. The cover art seen above will come on the 192-page hardcover that is being published by Titan Books, and it will have an RRP of $50. Artist Kobe Sek working on concept art for Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced Collector's and fans will know that there was an artbook for the original game, The Art of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, so it wasn't clear what whether the new book would be a reprint, an updated edition, or entirely new. Thanks to the description of the book, it is confirmed it will feature new content, as quoted below; "The Art of Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced is a showcase of selected artwork from the world of Edward Kenway, faithfully remade with increased fidelity through the power of modern art technologies. Within these pages you’ll find the Caribbean during the Golden Age of Piracy reimagined in intense and vibrant detail. There’s inspiring concept art, high fidelity characters, photorealistic textures, high resolution ships, and immersive environment art, all beautifully lit by dynamic lighting. Accompanying each piece is the artist’s unique thought process in their own words." Concept art for Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced There are no preview pages available at this time, so itis unknown if there will be side-by-side comparisons to the original, as seen in The Art of Dead Space (2023), or if it will focus entirely on new artwork. It's an release that will no doubt have players excited though, especially as the artwork for the original game was superb, so more is always most welcome. It's not too often that a remake of a game gets an artbook either, but it makes sense here as the Assassin's Creed series has a large catalogue of them now, with the last releases being for The Art of Assassin's Creed Valhalla, The Art of Assassin's Creed Mirage, and The Art of Assassin's Creed Shadows. Titan Books being the publisher here is interesting, because they did the previous artbooks up until these last three entries, as the series moved to Dark Horse Books. Moving back to Titan Books after they worked The Art of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag feels fitting for this revisit to 18th Century Havana. Check out a preview of the artbook for the original game below Future updates for The Art of Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced will be shared here and expect a review as well when the book arrives on July 14th 2026. Those interested in the book can pre-order a copy for their own collection of loot below. Buy Here / Buy Here (UK) Tags; #AssassinsCreedIVBlackFlag #AssassinsCreed #TitanBooks #Ubisoft

Book Details ISBN: 978-1835417706 Publisher: Titan Books Page Count: 192 Format: Hardcover Publication Date: 14/07/2026 (July 14th 2026) Other Editions: N/A Buy Here / Buy Here (UK) About Ubisoft and Titan Books team up again to revisit Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag for a second artbook, but this time for the remake, Resynced. The hardcover book will highlight new concept art, renders, textures, in-game effects, and more, to highlight how the game has changed since the 2013 original. Jump into the adventure of Edward Kenway again with more peaks behind the scenes, with the artists behind his story showcasing their talent, while adding commentary for more insights. 18th Century Havana has never looked so good, and now fans have the perfect companion book in The Art of Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced to enjoy its world even more. Categories Tags Based On: #AssassinsCreedIVBlackFlag #AssassinsCreedBlackFlagResynced Series: #AssassinsCreed Publisher: #TitanBooks Studio: #Ubisoft Platform: #PlayStation #PC #Xbox #XboxSeriesX #PS5 Genre: #Action #Adventure

April 20th 2026 Fun Dog Studios' online co-op shooter The Forever Winter has seen players fight to survive its grim world of machines since its launch in early access in September of 2024. Later this year there will be a new way to experience the game, with a look at the work of the artists behind it in The Art of The Forever Winter. The news was shared in a trailer on YouTube by the developer today, revealing that the upcoming release comes by way of Dark Horse Books, the publisher behind dozens of video game artbooks, putting it in very safe hands. It will come as a 208-page hardcover with a slipcase, with a publication date of December 1st 2026. A slipcase isn't often included with Dark Horse release, making this a nice addition to the book, while still coming in their standard 9" x 12" format. Listings should begin appearing soon and it will have an RRP of $59.99, as seen on the website of the publisher. The Art of The Forever Winter will include artwork and commentary from the creatives behind the game, giving those that have braved the tactical horror the chance to pore over the world they have had to survive. It features both artwork and 3D models for the locations, weapons, gear, characters, deadly enemies, and more, all alongside the artists' insights. Watch the book trailer below, which also includes an announcement for an OST. In the video the developer says the following; "...we've been building something else, the artbook. Not as a recap, but as a record. Years of ideas, false starts, iterations, worlds we tore down and rebuilt, until they felt right." This gives fans an insight as to what to expect, because not all artbooks go as far as to include the early game ideas that didn't go forward, especially 'false starts'. The artwork is looking fantastic too, with the pages packed with images, and although it states they are subject to change, the approach seen here is excellent. It's looking like a fantastic addition to the shelves of players and art fans that want to jump into a volume of dark post-apocalyptic sci-fi. Check out some pf the preview pages shown below. The Forever Winter is a grim, atmospheric shooter set in a war-torn world in which factions wage an endless, mechanized conflict. Players must scavenge resources to survive on the battlefield, avoiding towering war machines and other enemies in its bleak landscapes. It combines stealth and survival over direct combat, creating an immersive shooter that brings the tension when things go wrong. The game is still in early access, which makes an artbook release unusual, but it will no doubt excite those that have been enjoying their time playing it. Future updates will be reported here as they happen and be sure to keep an eye out for retailer listings of the book following its announcement today. Buy Here Tags; #DarkHorse #ForeverWinter #FunDogStudios

April 24th 2025 Illustrator Thomas Elliott has been hard at work on creating his own universe 'ESKATON', sharing his incredible sketches and illustrations online as it grows. Now though, it is ready to leap into the world of artbooks, with a hardcover coming soon to Kickstarter. ESKATON will share artwork, stories, and lore from it grim worlds, allowing people to get lost in a future of endless war, mech suits, mutants, and battle-hardened military forces. It's been in the works for years, with Elliott having ideas for this release going back over a decade ago, making this an exciting book for people that have been following its progression and enjoying the artwork. The hardcover finally gets to come to fruition through the crowdfunding platform Kickstarter, made in partnership with Mindwork Games, a company that have also made miniatures for its universe. The book is being designed by Spiridon Giannakis, who has successfully launched multiple artbooks for artists on Kickstarter the past, including Clans from Björn Hurri, putting the book in very capable hands. There is no set date for the launch, but you can sign up to be notified for when it goes live, so you won't miss your chance to back the project and help realise Elliott's years-long journey on the project. Before that though, you can check out his Instagram and ArtStation, both of which feature sketches and illustrations of moments that depict ESKATON's grim war scenes, as well as the eclectic mix of deadly inhabitants. Thomas Elliott specialises in sci-fi and fantasy illustrations, putting his skills to work in the past for Games Workshop, including on its Age of Sigmar series. After working there for 5 years, he has been doing freelance work, which includes creating key art for the 2025 hit game, DOOM: The Dark Ages. His dark, yet captivatingly stunning, style is created through both traditional and digital techniques, with ESKATON showcasing these skills online, as seen in this article, and soon to shown in the upcoming book. Future updates will be shared here and be sure to head over to the campaign page to be notified when ESKATON goes live, allowing you to secure a copy of the book for your own collection - ESKATON - An Art Book by Thomas Elliott. Tags; #ThomasElliott #Kickstarter #Eskaton #MindworkGames

April 24th 2026 This week on The Artbook Collector YouTube channel we look back at a fan-favourite PlayStation series that has been going for more than 20 years with The Art of Ratchet & Clank! Released in 2018 by Dark Horse, the history of Insomniac Games' iconic duo is shared through concept art, giving fans a look at how the world and visual style came together. The book is sadly rare now, although it can sometimes be found on second-hand markets, and is currently the only artbook for the series. Until a new book is finally released, check out a preview of this book below. The 248-page hardcover highlights artwork for early game ideas, the characters, enemies, weapons, locations, vehicles, and more. From rough sketches to full colour pieces, the book is rich with a range of artwork that all captures the type of styles seen in 3D animation, as well as the charm of the Ratchet & Clank games. This is all alongside insights from the developers to give fans more of a peak behind the scenes, taking readers from the first PS2 release, to the PS4 remake from 2016. Inside the following games are included; Ratchet & Clank (2002) Ratchet & Clank: Going Commando (2003) Ratchet & Clank: Up Your Arsenal (2004) Ratchet & Clank: Deadlocked (2005) Ratchet & Clank: Tools of Destruction (2007) Ratchet & Clank: Quest for Booty (2008) Ratchet & Clank: A Crack in Time (2009) Ratchet & Clank: All 4 One (2011) Ratchet & Clank: Full Frontal Assault (2012) Ratchet & Clank: Into the Nexus (2013) Ratchet & Clank (2016) Ratchet & Clank is an action-platformer that follows Ratchet, a resourceful mechanic and last of his species as a Lombax, along with his friend Clank, an intelligent robot he wears on his back. Together they travel across the galaxy to take on various villains, including the series regular Dr. Nefarious. The franchise began on the PS2 in 2002, blending third-person shooting, platforming, and puzzle-solving, while establishing a humourous and stylised look seen most often in animated movies. It also stands out for its eccentric cast of characters and imaginative weapons. There have since been over a dozen games across consoles, handhelds, and mobile platforms, with the most recent hit being Rift Apart in 2021 for PS5. The duo are not done yet, as it is expected that more games will be coming in the future from Insomniac Games, making it one of PlayStation's oldest active series. If you enjoyed the preview of The Art of Ratchet & Clank, you can keep an eye on the availability of second-hand copies here; Buy Here Tags; #DarkHorse #RatchetAndClank #PlayStationStudios #InsomniacGames

Book Details ISBN: 978-1506705729 Publisher: Dark Horse Page Count: 248 Format: Hardcover Publication Date: 24/07/2028 (July 24th 2018) Other Editions: N/A Buy Here About Since 2002, Ratchet & Clank has been a fan favourite series on PlayStation consoles, combining platforming, third-person shooting, and undeniable charm. To celebrate 15 years of the series, from its first release to the PlayStation 4 remake, Insomniac Games and Dark Horse partnered to deliver a look at the concept art and developer insights behind the iconic duo in The Art of Ratchet & Clank. From early sketches, to full-colour pieces of art, the history of the series is rich with incredible designs for its characters, weapons, locations, and more, all of which is presented in this 248-page hardcover volume. Preview Categories Tags Based On: #RatchetAndClank Series: #RatchetAndClank Publisher: #DarkHorse Studio: #InsomniacGames #PlayStationStudios Platform: #PlayStation #PS4 #PS3 #PS2 Genre: #Platformer #Action #SciFi

April 21st 2026 More fans of the hugely popular role-playing game Kingdom Come: Deliverance II will have a chance to pick up the artbook this September thanks to Dark Horse Books, who are now publishing the volume of artwork in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Prior to this, the The Art of Kingdom Come: Deliverance II was published by Xzone and sold on the game's official store from developer Warhorse Studios last year, in both English and Czech. The problem for many players of the game was the shipping costs, as it was sold out of Europe and importing books has becoming increasingly expensive, especially for those outside of Europe. That all changes on September 15th 2026 as Dark Horse have stepped in to help get the huge 384-page hardcover into the hands of more people, with listings for the book appearing online. I can confirm having spoken to Dark Horse that this version will be sold in the US, Canada, and Latin America, making it a fantastic opportunity for people to enjoy the game's art. The book is available to pre-order now on websites, including Amazon. The Dark Horse published copies have an RRP of $69.99, which is a little higher than most, although pre-orders can already be found at under $60, which is in the common price range for artbooks and great considering the higher page count. All the content will be the same and comes in the publishers 9" x 12" standerd format. Until September, the only option is to import the book through the game's store, which is sold at €49.99 with a worldwide shipping charge of €45. This equates to around $110 and is a lot for any artbook, so the move to partner with Dark Horse is extremely good news for those that enjoyed the game's world and want to see more. This may also be enticing for those outside of the continent too, including the UK, because some retailers in the US have lower export costs, allowing others to benefit from this as well. The Art of Kingdom Come: Deliverance II preview pages Inside the book are hundreds of images, including early concept art, 3D models, maps, and more, as well as written insights on the game's development. It's what you expect from an artbook and that's never a bad thing. Reviews for the book on the Kingdom Come: Deliverance store are overwhelmingly positive from those that have bought a copy, so this is a release that should interest those that want to dive back into 1403's Bohemia. Kingdom Come: Deliverance II is an open-world RPG from developer Warhorse Studios and was released on February 4th 2025. The sequel again follows protagonist Henry in 15th-Century Bohemia, keeping a grounded and historically accurate setting. It boasts deep storytelling with the player's choice opening up new situations, challenging combat, and updated mechanics for more immersion. It was a huge success for the Czech developer, selling over 1 million copies on the first day and 5 million worldwide within its first year, as well as being very well received by critics and fans. Any updates for The Art of Kingdom Come: Deliverance II will be shared here and those in America that are interested in the book can pre-order the book ahead of its September 15th release date below; Buy Here Tags; #DarkHorse #KingdomComeDeliverance2 #WarhorseStudios #Xzone

April 23rd 2026 Lost in Cult are back with another entry in their Design Works book series that deliver in-depth looks at beloved gaming titles with artwork and interviews. Revealed last week, the next title is for those that follow The Lamb and game developer Massive Monster, with Cult of the Lamb: Design Works! The book available for pre-order now and is expected to release in early 2027, delivering the development history and artwork of Cult of the Lamb, perfect for fans that don't want the indoctrination to end with just the game. The book features approximately 200 pages and comes as a softcover, with different options available on Lost in Cult's website. The book is authored by Zoe Delahunty-Light who explores how the game came to fruition alongside interviews with the creators, as well as how Cult of the Lamb has continued to grow its following since its release in 2022 with multiple expansions. As with other releases in the Design Works series, this is not an artbook, but artwork and screenshots are featured heavily alongside the written text, covering all aspects of what it takes to bring life to this unique title. That means a look at the charming cartoon-style visuals seen throughout the game, even when cruelly sacrificing dissenters of your flock. Continuing the tradition with the series, a Deluxe Edition is also available for £124.99 and can be ordered up until June 16th. This version includes the standard edition of Cult of the Lamb: Design Works with these added extras; A presentation box with a magnetic clasp Tarot Card Deck Bookmark Fabric patches Art prints A poster Knucklebones game Fans will have noticed the physical Knucklebones set that is included in the Deluxe Edition, as it is a dice game within the world of Cult of the Lamb. This is also available to order separately for £39.99 and comes with dice, a playing board, and a dice tray, making it another great way to show your devotion to the Lamb with another physical release in your collection. A trailer for Cult of the Lamb: Design Works was released on YouTube and can be seen below. Cult of the Lamb is a humorous, yet dark, action roguelike that combines dungeon crawling, base-building, and cult management. You control the Lamb, who after being sacrificed, is brought back to life and tasked with building a loyal cult in the name of the deity that saved you. Massive Monster and publisher Devolver Digital released the game on August 11th 2022, winning over players with its distinctive art style, fast-paced combat, and strategy elements. It quickly became a commercial success, selling over one million copies within its first week and more than 3.5 million copies within its first year, as well as going on to win multiple awards. Lost in Cult is always announcing new products, with Citizen Sleeper 2: Design Works being the previous reveal in their catalogue of Design Works books. To get an idea of what to expect, you can read my review of Ultros: Design Works Deluxe Edition. More in the Design Works series to check out; Cocoon: Design Works Alan Wake: Design Works Animal Well: Design Works VA-11 Hall-A: Design Works Outer Wilds: Design Works Mouthwashing: Design Works Mundaun: Design Works Tunic: Design Works Amnesia: Design Works  Any updates for Cult of the Lamb: Design Works will be reported here and if interested in the book, head to the Lost in Cult website to place a pre-order. Tags; #LostInCult #DesignWorks #CultOfTheLamb #MassiveMonster #DevolverDigital

Book Details ISBN: TBC Publisher: Lost in Cult Page Count: 200 Format: Softcover Publication Date: Q1 2027 Other Editions: Deluxe Edition About The cults combine for another entry in Lost in Cult's ongoing book series, this time with a look at Massive Monster's roguelike in Cult of the Lamb: Design Works. Authored by Zoe Delahunty-Light, this book dives into the art and development of the 2022 hit release, giving its players the chance to find out more about how this unique game came together. A Deluxe Edition was available for a limited time, as is tradition for the series, this time including a presentation box, a trot card deck, a bookmark, fabric patches, art prints, a poster, and a physical version of Cult of the Lamb's Knucklebone game. Categories Tags Based On: #CultOfTheLamb Series: #DesignWorks Publisher: #LostInCult Studio: #DevolverDigital #MassiveMonster Platform: #PC #Nintendo #Switch #Xbox #XboxSeriesS #XboxSeriesX #PlayStation #PS5 Genre: #Roguelike

Book Details ISBN: 978-1506755021 Publisher: Dark Horse Books Page Count: 472 Format: Hardcover Publication Date: 20/10/2026 (October 20th 2026) Other Editions: Hero's Edition Buy Here / Buy Here (UK) About The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom gets the artbook treatment from Dark Horse with 472 pages of illustrations, sketches, concept art, and a look at the development of the game. The history of Hyrule and the Zonai are explored through to the events of the game following hundreds of pages of artwork that players can pore over. It also features interviews with Producer Eiji Aonuma, Director Hidemaro Fujibayashi, and Art Director Satoru Takizawa, making The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom—Secrets of the Zonai the perfect book for those wanting more from the world after putting down the controller. Categories Tags Based On: #TheLegendOfZeldaTearsOfTheKingdom Series: #TheLegendOfZelda Publisher: #DarkHorse Studio: #Nintendo Platform: #Switch #Nintendo Genre: #Fantasy #Adventure #Action

April 15th 2026 *Update April 21st 2026 Since posting the story, more members of the Visual Development team have confirmed on social media that they have been let go by Disney. Artists Ian Joyner, Jana Schirmer, and Joshua James Shaw have shared publicly that they are no longer at Marvel Studios. They had all worked on multiple projects. More artists have been affected, but confirmation of who has not yet been made public. It was predicted at the time of reporting that Andy Park, the Director of Visual Development, would likely remain, but he has also posted that he has been laid off as well, but will stay for a few more months before leaving, as per his Instagram post. Head of Visual Development Ryan Meinerding, who has worked with Marvel since the first Iron Man, will remain to oversee future teams. The original story can be read below. Unfortunate news hit this week, as Disney laid off around 1000 members of staff across multiple divisions, including the entire Disney Home Entertainment team and the reason for this article, the Marvel Studios Visual Development department. Given how often I speak on the artbooks from the studio, from announcements and updates, to previews and reviews, it wasn’t something I could ignore here from the perspective of both what has happened, but also the future of the books. Marvel Studios is unlike most other studios in that it has an in-house team of artists working for them full time, while most would hire people on a contract for a single movie. This does happen elsewhere, such as Lucasfilm, and they also use contractors as well, but the core team was what helped make the Marvel Cinematic Universe special and build a well-developed universe. As of Tuesday the 14th of April that has changed, because it is now the case that only a skeleton crew remains, as reported by Forbes. This is a part of The Walt Disney Company's larger wave of layoffs to "streamline operations", seen in a memo from CEO Josh D'Amaro. Artist credit page for Marvel Studios' The Fantastic Four: First Steps - The Art of the Movie Not all of the details are public of course, including who remains, why those people were selected, and how this will change their approach going forward. Some of this we will never know, but for the biggest franchise in cinema to be laying off the people that helped bring the characters and worlds from the comics to the screen, things cannot be good. It is important to note though, that they will still be using artists, possibly some of the same ones, but on a film-by-film basis, as opposed to working full-time on the team. Forbes does report that sources say that is it down to Marvel Studios’ reduction in their production slate, but given that the team has existed for over 10 years, in which a lot of that time had only a couple of movies released per year, that doesn’t seem to make sense from an outside perspective. An in-house team was being spoken about as early as the pre-production of Captain America: The First Avenger and really came into place around the time they were working on Avengers and Iron Man 3, as revealed by the head of the department Ryan Meinerding in his book, Marvel Studios: The Art of Ryan Meinerding (preview pages below). This is not to say that the release schedule slowing down is not a contributing factor, but it would suggest there is more at play. Concept art for the end of the Multiverse Saga is likely finished, confirmed unfortunately by leaked artwork for the upcoming Avengers movies back in March of 2025. It may be that what has been dubbed ‘The Mutant Saga’, the next phase after Avengers: Secret Wars, will be approached differently, but this can only be speculated on. What is also speculation is who is left on the team. This could be revealed in the future, though it is likely the case that the Head of Visual Development, Ryan Meinerding, and the Director of Visual Development, Andy Park, are still at the studio as part of the ‘skeleton crew’. Beyond that it is hard to say, but we do know the talented Wesley Burt is one of the artists let go through the social media post below, sharing that his layoff meeting was done in a room that has his own artwork on the walls. Burt worked on Eternals, Loki Season Two, Avengers: Endgame, Thunderbolts, Deadpool & Wolverine, and more. It’s a tough time for artists across all disciplines, from concept and 3D artists, to illustrators and animators, with layoffs and closures happening endlessly over the last few years. Video game talent has suffered a lot, because they work as permanent in-house employees unlike most teams that work on movies. However, we can assume it would be just as bad in Hollywood if they worked in the same way, as seen this week with Marvel Studios. The economy, poor decision making, inflated budgets, and the increasingly dangerous use of AI is having a large impact, so it is depressing to know that more bad news is certainly coming for more people. A preview of Marvel Studios' The Fantastic Four: First Steps - The Art of the Movie As for the future of the artbooks for Marvel Studios' projects, it’s tough to say, even as someone that reports on and owns all of them. The books are fantastic celebrations and showcases of the artist’s work, sharing early designs, unused concepts, and insights from the creatives behind the pieces shown and the movies too. I want to say they will continue, because they included work from contractors in the past, so there is no reason for that to change going forward. As I reported in the reveal for Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Doomsday – The Art of the Movie, the publisher seems to be backtracking on the series, which went from a standard hardcover, to a slipcase format, a 'Deluxe Edition', and now back again for their next two entries. This was great news, because the prices went from $60 to $150, which was simply unreasonable for the average fan. Now they are coming with an RRP of $50 and arrive just days after the movies release and that’s excellent news, but in light of these layoffs, could this be them winding down and stopping entirely? I like to think not, however we can only wait and see given the lack of marketing and communication from Marvel for the books, despite how good they are. Outside of the Marvel published books, it was only a days ago that Tara Bennett, the author of Marvel Studios: The Art of Ryan Meinerding from Abrams Books, said on social media that more artbooks for other artists could be possible if enough people bought the first book. It’s another opportunity for printed works for the movies and shows to come to fruition, but this recent news may make that very difficult. Future news on Marvel Studios' artbooks will be reported here, and those interested can read reviews for some of the series below, including the re-releases of the Infinity Saga books from Titan Books, which come highly recommended if you missed out on the earlier titles. Marvel Studios' The Infinity Saga – Black Panther: The Art of the Movie Marvel Studios’ The Infinity Saga – Thor: Ragnarok – The Art of the Movie Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps – The Art of the Movie Marvel Studios’ The Infinity Saga – Spider-Man: Homecoming – The Art of the Movie Marvel Studios’ The Infinity Saga – Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2: The Art of the Movie Marvel Studios' Loki: Season Two - The Art of the Series Marvel Studios’ The Infinity Saga – Doctor Strange: The Art of the Movie Marvel Television's Agatha All Along: The Art of the Series I wanted to end by saying that this site was made and is run by just myself, a collector in the UK, wanting to share news and reviews like no one else does, something I believe I have been doing and for that I am proud. It’s a small site as artbooks are very niche, but it’s found some traction among fellow geeks and art lovers. Expanding is always at the back of my mind, and while this isn’t the type of story I hoped to begin with, it seemed appropriate to spread my wings a bit and talk about wider news. I’m not a trained journalist, but you have to start somewhere and so I hope you found this interesting and enjoy the website. I wish that all artists hit with layoffs land on their feet and find a way to continue sharing their artwork and help to build the worlds we love. Tags; #Marvel #MarvelStudios #MarvelCinematicUniverse #AvengersDoomsday

Book Details ISBN: 978-8090928626 Publisher: Xzone Originals / Dark Horse Page Count: 384 Format: Hardcover Publication Date: 20/05/2025 (May 20th 2025) DH - 15/09/2026 (September 15th 2026) Other Editions: N/A Buy Here About The follow up game to Kingdom Come: Deliverance from Warhorse Studios brings with it another artbook. The Art of Kingdom Come: Deliverance II looks at the art that helped create the game and includes commentary that gives fans an insight into its development. The art will covers many aspects of the RPG, including sketches, technical drawings and detailed images. The book comes with approximately 300 pages with a hardcover and is done in partnership with Xzone Originals, like the previous artbook. Categories Tags Based On: #KingdomComeDeliverance2 Series: #KingdomComeDeliverance Publisher: #XzoneOriginals Studio: #WarhorseStudios Platform: #PC #PS5 #XboxSeriesX #PlayStation #Xbox #XboxSeriesS Genre: #RPG

Book Details ISBN: 979-8887243313 Publisher: IDW Publishing Page Count: 192 Format: Hardcover Publication Date: 05/05/2026 (May 5th 2025) Other Editions: N/A Buy Here (US)   / Buy Here (UK) About Star Trek: Lower Decks gets the artbooks treatment in this hardcover from IDW Publishing. Fans can look at the artwork for U.S.S. Cerritos and its crew, along with backgrounds and locations for the animated CBS show. The Art of Star Trek: Lower Decks also features insights throughout from the artists, giving behind-the-scenes details on the creative process. Categories Tags Based On: #StarTrekLowerDecks Series: #StarTrek Publisher: #IDWPublishing Studio: #CBSEyeAnimationsProductions #SecretHideout #ImportantScience #RoddenberryEntertainment #TitmouseInc Platform: #TV Genre: #SciFi #Comedy

April 17th 2026 This week on The Artbook Collector YouTube channel is a recent release and a celebration of beloved take on an iconic cartoon, The Art of Rise of The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles ! The 320-page hardcover was released on April 14th 2026 by IDW Publishing, giving fans of the show the chance to take a peak at the artwork, storyboards, and more that helped created this new take on the Turtles. It was authored, curated, and designed by superfan Colin Stein, who interviewed the minds and artists behind the show to put this volume together. Check out the video below. Inside there are insights from Rise co-creators, Andy Suriano and Ant Ward, as well as artists, writers, voice actors, and more, giving readers details on their work and how the show and movie came to be. The shows episodes are given their own spreads of art and written details, followed by the movie, allowing fans to enjoy each one again in a new way. Some comic art and unused episodes are also included, adding more to pore over those that love The Mad Dogs. In my review I gave the book a huge amount of praise due to it's large amount of content, page design, production quality and pricing. I really like the Stein included a look at the cheat sheets and drawing guides, giving people the chance to learn how to draw the Turtles themselves. Read it in full here - Book Review . Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles  reimagined the classic franchise and premiered in July 2018, offering a fresh new take on everybody's favourite Ninja Turtles. The series follows Leo, Raph, Donnie, and Mikey as younger turtles of different turtle species, also using new mystical powers as they take on a variety of villains. The show ran until 2020 and was followed by Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Movie in 2022, pitting them against time-traveling aliens. Rise didn't get renewed, but it had a dedicated fanbase that have shown up for this new artbook, making it number 1 on multiple Amazon best-selling lists. If you enjoyed the preview of The Art of Rise of The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles , you can add a copy to your shelf by ordering below. You can also read my interview with Colin Stein , in which he speaks about how the book came about and what it was like working on an artbook. Buy Here   / Buy Here (UK) Tags; #IDWPublishing #TMNT #RiseOfTheTeenageMutantNinjaTurtles #Nickelodeon

Book Details ISBN: 979-8887243641 Publisher: IDW Publishing Page Count: 320 Format: Hardcover Publication Date : 14/04/2026 (April 14th 2026) Other Editions: N/A Buy Here (US)    / Buy Here (UK) About From early concept sketches to the final art you see on screen, this book gives fans a look at how Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles was created. It features the animated show’s vibrant design through character development art, backgrounds, and explorations of its visual style. The Art of Rise of The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles also comes with insights from the cast and creative team throughout, with a close look at the reimagining of Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello, Michelangelo, and April. This release highlights and showcases the strong artistic direction that set the series apart within the TMNT legacy. Previews Book Review Categories Tags Based On: #RiseOfTheTeenageMutantNinjaTurtles Series: #TeenageMutantNinjaTurtles Publisher: #IDWPublishing Studio: #Nickelodeon #NickelodeonAnimationStudio Platform: #TV Genre: #Action #Comedy

April 16th 2026 Fans of both Toho's Godzilla and Mondo's unique products will be able to explore the artwork and details that brought some of the collectibles to life, with Mondo: The Art of Godzilla stomping its way to bookstores later this year. Arriving on September 15th 2026 from publisher Insight Editions in the US and Canada, and Titan Books in the UK, the 144-page hardcover will explore the art from the team at Mondo, as well as how the products based on Godzilla came together. It is authored by Chip Carter who got to speak with the artists at Mondo to put this collection of their designs together. The cover art seen above is not final, but is being used as the placeholder until it is officially revealed. It will highlight a range of products, from posters and statues, to pins and records, and if the range of styles seen in the collectibles is anything to go by, there will be a fantastic mix of styles to be found through early artwork and final designs. It will also delve into the history of Mondo themselves, as well as Godzilla, making this perfect for fans of both that would like to see a gallery of different takes on the iconic kaiju. The Mondo Store and some of its Godzilla collectibles The Mondo store continues to feature exclusive collectibles for the King of the Monsters, calling upon talented creatives to being them to fruition. Mondo: The Art of Godzilla will feature the work of these artists, including Attack Peter (Peter Santa-Maria), Hector Arce, Jesse Hernandez, and Tom Whalen. For those unaware, Mondo is a studio and collectible brand that produces creative and high-quality vinyl soundtracks, posters, and limited edition merchandise based on by film, comics, and pop culture. It began as part of Alamo Drafthouse, becoming known for its artist-driven designs and collaborations with incredible illustrators from all over the world. Due to its huge success, it grew and began working on toys, apparel, and gallery exhibitions, and more, gaining a dedicated fandom of its own. Updates for the book will be reported here and you can pre-order Mondo: The Art of Godzilla now for your own shelf here; Buy Here  / Buy Here (UK) Tags; #TitanBooks #InsightEditions #Godzilla #Toho #Mondo

Book Details ISBN: TBC Publisher: Udon Entertainment Page Count: TBC Format: Hardcover Publication Date: 05/2026 (May 2026) Other Editions: Udon Store Exclusive Edition Buy Here / Buy Here (UK) About Udon Entertainment give players a look at the early art, designs, and illustrations behind Yacht Club Games' 2D side-scroller, Shovel Knight . This time though, Shovel Knight: Ultimate Design Works is a rerelease of the original Design Works book from 2017, adding more than 100 pages and giving it a hardcover too. The additional pages add art for all of the Shovel Knight games, as opposed to just the original release. Categories Tags Based On: #ShovelKnight Series: #ShovelKnight Publisher: #UdonEntertainment Studio: #YachtClubGames Platform: #PlayStation #PS4 #Xbox #XboxOne #PC #Nintendo #Switch Genre: #2D #Sidescroller #Platformer

Book Details ISBN: 978-1772943832 Publisher: Udon/ KADOKAWA Page Count: 192 Format: Hardcover Publication Date: Japan - 13/07/2023 (July 13th 2023) English edition - 05/26//2026 (May 26th 2026) Other Editions: Original Japanese - ウォーロン フォールンダイナスティ 公式アートブック Buy Here  / Buy Here (UK) About The Art of Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty gives fans a look at the art behind the dark fantasy RPG from Team NINJA, coming with lore and profiles, as well as the concept art for the characters, world, enemies, weapons and more. The book was originally released by Kadokawa in 2023, then translated for English speakers by Udon Entertainment for release in 2026 as a hardcover book. Categories Tags Based On: #WoLongFallenDynasty Series: #WoLongFallenDynasty Publisher: #Udon #Kadokawa Studio: #TeamNinja #KoeiTecmo Platform: #PC #Xbox #XboxOne #XboxSeriesS #XboxSeriesX #PlayStation #PS5 #PS4 Genre: #RPG #Fantasy

Book Details ISBN: 978-1506713205 Publisher: Dark Horse Page Count: 264 Format: Hardcover Publication Date: 17/03/2020 (March 17th 2020) Other Editions: The Art of Cuphead Limited Edition Buy Here / Buy Here (UK) About Studio MDHR delivered not only a great and challenging platformer in Cuphead, but also a visually captivating style that makes it perfect for the artbook treatment. It features a 1930's 'rubber hose' animation style, giving it a vintage look while also being unique in the video game space. The Art of Cuphead explores these visuals, giving readers a look at the sketches and concepts for the characters, bosses, and stages, as well as a look at its production too. The first adventure of Cuphead and Mugman is shared not just through the artwork, but with insights from the developers too, offering a wealth of goodies for fans to dive into. Preview Categories Tags Based On: #Cuphead Series: #Cuphead Publisher: #DarkHorse Studio: #StudioMDHR Platform: #Xbox #PlayStation #PC #XboxOne #PS4 #Nintendo #Switch Genre: #Platformer #Sidescroller #2D

April 10th 2026 On The Artbook Collector YouTube channel I have shared a look at the 2020 release for the critically acclaimed side-scroller, with The Art of Cuphead ! Released in 2020 by publisher Dark Horse, this hardcover book explores the artwork and insights of Studio MDHR's rubber hose style 2D shooter. Cuphead was widely praised for its vintage art style, one that even got it adapted into an animated series, so an artbook was inevitable. The 264-page book can be previewed below! The 1930's hand-drawn animation style was unique to video game when Cuphead was released, which is explored in the artbook through the early sketches and concepts for the characters, bosses, and stages. Final designs and painted background are also showcased, alongside insights from the developers with a look at their process. Following the release of this book, two more were published by Dark Horse in 2024. First was The Art of the Cuphead Show , based on the Netflix animated series on September 3rd. Next was a look at the base game's DLC with The Art of Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course . You can check out their book pages for video previews of those as well. Cuphead  is a run-and-gun platformer published in September 2017 and loved for its 1930s cartoon-inspired visuals and tough difficulty. It follows brothers Cuphead and Mugman who must repay the Devil by taking on challenging bosses. The hand-drawn animation, jazz music, and precise, fast-paced gameplay made it a huge hit, despite requiring a lot of perseverance. Cuphead  sold over one million copies within two weeks and more than six million copies worldwide within a few years, making it one of the most successful indie games released. If you enjoyed the preview of The Art of Cuphead , you can add a copy to your shelf by ordering here; Buy Here  / Buy Here (UK) Tags; #DarkHorse #Cuphead #StudioMDHR

April 10th 2026 The Mad Dogs are back! After ending in 2022, Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles has been missed by its fans, leaving them wanting more from Raph, Leo, Donnie, Mikey, and the rest of the cast. Fortunately, the wait for that is over, as a look back at Rise and its artwork is now here with The Art of Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles . The book was made by Colin Stein and IDW Publishing with a release date of April 14 th  2026, giving fans the chance to celebrate this take on the Turtles with a new addition to their shelf. A copy has joined the collection here, so I can give my thoughts and share some previews of the new release! Build Quality The Art of Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles comes as a 23.5cm x 31cm hardcover, delivering 320 pages of content inside. The paper is gloss and a little thinner than found in other books, but it’s high quality and is a great choice for a release with so many pages. The spreads open with ease and the binding feels secure, which isn’t always the case with thicker paper when you cross 300 pages, so it’s a thoughtful move. The print quality is also excellent and allows the bright colours used in Rise to pop as well. It’s what you hope for with an artbook and I’m happy to say IDW delivered. Content I could make this a long review, because despite coming with a large page count, there is still so much packed in to each spread. Animated shows and movies inherently have a lot of art to showcase (it’s what they are made up of after all!), but the variety and amount here makes it an impressive volume that fans will no doubt appreciate. It opens with a foreword from Rise co-creators Andy Suriano and Ant Ward, as well as Colin Stein, the author, curator, and designer of the book, each sharing what the show means to them. This leads to the ‘Pre-production’ chapter that has the co-creators sharing their early journey and how Rise came to be. Here you learn about the goals of the show, making it visually distinct, and more, alongside early concept art and animation frames. This is expected in a book like this, but it’s wonderfully executed and a fun read. As always, I don’t review the art itself, it’s very subjective after all, but it’s something that stands out for this version of the TMNT as seen throughout the book, even in the early sketches. The bold style that uses sharper edges, strong line art, vibrant background colours, and unique character designs, all made it an interesting visual take on the iconic franchise. This is displayed throughout the pages that does a great job at highlighting pieces that show both this and the talent of the artists. It goes without saying that if you enjoyed the art style of the show and movie, you’ll love what you see here too. This brings me to my favourite chapter, ‘The Rise Style Guide’. This stood out because it’s look at the cheat sheets and drawing guides for the show and for individual characters that will get a lot of people reaching for a pencil. While these get included a little in other books, here it is taken a step further with a look at line weights, background lighting, texture brushes, and tips on the anatomy and shading for the Turtles. These are specific to Rise which is what I like most, not just a generic ‘How to draw’, but rather their own rules and guides that may break those of the real world, but helped create something special with the show. The ‘Mad Dogs’ chapter look at the Turtles, April O’Neil, and Splinter, diving into their designs with insights from Suriano, Ward, and the voice actors. It’s a good way to set up the biggest chunk of the book too, the episodes of the show. Here there is a mixture of artwork, from sketches and early concepts to final designs and storyboards, making the pages fun to look at and highlights unique elements to each episode. Other characters and elements get the spotlight here, as well as the Turtles eccentric costumes and some animation drawings, all of which I enjoyed seeing on the pages together. Alongside this, there are details from the writers that break down what the episodes featured, their thoughts about it, influences, and more. These aren’t just generic notes, they give fans interesting insights that make this more than an artbook, but a true deep dive into the show at all levels. ‘The Movie’ chapter takes what the book shared previously and combines it for the feature film, sharing the early development through to its final scene, with both written details from the creators and the work of the artists. It also includes cut and alternative scenes through storyboards, an element I always love to see in artbooks. The approach here for the show and movie feels well thought out, taking time to cover everything in enough detail to allow those that enjoyed Rise to experience it again in a new way. It would have been easier to combine art for the characters, locations, and assets for the show as a whole across its pages, but separating them out to detail each episode through to the 2022 film really raised the bar. It doesn’t end there though, because sadly Rise was ended early, but some of what wasn’t created is highlighted in the ‘Lost Episodes & Beyond’ chapter. With less artwork as expected, it’s still a brilliant way to give a description of the episodes that were cut and share some early storyboards as well. Fans always love to see what didn’t come to fruition, making this another highlight of The Art of Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles . The book ends with a look at the comic book covers and interior pages of the 40th Anniversary comic, again making this the ultimate celebration of Rise for those that loved its world. This is all a very impressive approach to exploring Rise , likely in large part because Colin Stein is a superfan himself, so he could really get as much as he could into the book while targeting fellow fans. The insights and the huge amount of artwork is well balanced throughout. There is so much to pore over, but the space given to the creators, artists, writers, and voice actors, still allows for meaningful details that you won’t want to skip. Credits Credits are shared on some of the pages, especially for the storyboards, with some others scattered here and there. With so much included, fitting them all onto each page for each piece would have been difficult as you can see in the previews. Although this is the preferred approach, the creatives are still all celebrated at the end of the book and that’s great to see. Use of Space One of the strongest aspects of The Art of Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is how it makes the most of the space inside without feeling cluttered. Most spreads feature a lot of artwork and this can either become overwhelming or formulaic, but here the page layouts vary and art gets room to breathe without awkward placements of the images or text. The paper choice and binding help here too, as everything is visible near the centre and the few pieces of art that do cross the fold have minimal image loss. All of this is a huge win for the book. Value The pricing of the book is another positive for fans, as it comes with an RRP of $39.99 or £36, lower than most artbooks, and given the large page count, build quality, and sheer amount of content, this is a great price for the book. Collector’s are typically looking at $45-$60 for an artbook in 2026, so coming in under that makes this very easy to recommend from a value perspective. As always though, I compare prices on Amazon to see what you can order the book for, which is even lower at the time of writing this, the week before its release. In the US it is 7% off and in the UK it is under £30 at a huge 27% off. It was already a fantastic deal at full price, making anything lower a steal and that is already the case for bargain hunters out there. Verdict Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles may have ended, but this book is a love letter to the show that adds to its legacy and gives people more to enjoy from its world. It delivers on all fronts with a wealth of art and its bold visual flair, a look at the early designs, and engaging details from the minds behind it, all wrapped up in a well-made and designed book. This rich volume of art is the perfect companion to the show, while also sharing what you didn’t get to see on-screen, cementing it as a release that deserves its place on your shelf. Put down the pizza and pick up The Art of Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles ! Those that enjoyed the review and would like to add the book to their own collection can order a copy here; Buy Here (US)   / Buy Here (UK) Tags; #IDWPublishing #RiseOfTheTeenageMutantNinjaTurtles #Nickelodeon #TMNT

April 7th 2025 Continuing the ongoing collection of artbooks for some of Marvel Comics best artists, Clover Press have announced the 10th entry in the series today, with The Marvel Art of Mike Zeck headed to Kickstarter in the near future! The book will follow the format of the previous entries, coming as a premium hardcover with over 200 pages of artwork, shining the light on Zeck's career hihglights working on some of Marvel's most iconic characters. Clover Press announce the books ahead of the campaigns going live and no date has been given, but you can head over to the Kickstarter page now and sign up to be notified when that happens here , as well as through BackerKit . Mike Zeck has created artwork for Marvel Comics dating all the way back to 1977, where he contributed to Master of Kung-Fu as a pencilier. He went on to share his talent in fan favourite stories, including Kraven's Last Hunt , Punisher: Circle of Blood , Captain America , and Secret Wars , where he designed the iconic black costume for Spider-Man. The 9"x12" hardcover book will be packed with artwork and perfect for the collection of those that enjoy Zeck's artwork. The campaigns for the 'Marvel Art of' series always come with a lot of extras too, each contributing the the funding goal to get the book released at retail stores. As well as a copy of The Marvel Art of Mike Zeck , expect to see exclusive options for signed copies, dustjacket and slipcase editions, art prints, and much more. Clover Press make the most of the platform and allow backers to get some unique goodies not available when the standard edition gets a retail release. The last book in the series was The Marvel Art of Dan dos Santos , that like the others, obliterated its funding goal the day it went live, keeping the huge success fo the series going. They have also begun a 'DC Art of' series as well, with the recent camapaign for The DC Art of Bruno Redondo also getting fully funded, highlighting a hunger from comic book readers for dedicated artbooks from some of the best in the industry. Check out a preview of an earlier entry, The Marvel Art of Alex Maleev on The Artbook Collector YouTube channel below to get an idea of what to expect. News on The Marvel Art of Mike Zeck will be reported as it happens and be sure to sign up to the Kickstarter campaign here , or on BackerKit here , to be notified as to when you can back the project and secure a copy of the book for your own collection. Tags; #MikeZeck #MarvelComics #Marvel #CloverPress

Book Details ISBN: 978-1835412930 Publisher: Titan Books Page Count: 192 Format: Hardcover Publication Date: 01/09/2026 (September 1st 2026) Other Editions: N/A Buy Here / Buy Here (UK) About The first artbook for the 1986 classic Highlander is here to allow fans to look back at the never-before-shared artwork and photography in a hardcover volume. The Art & Making of Highlander celebrates the 40 year legacy of Connor MacLeod's adventure through time, delivering a visual retrospective with interviews for deeper insights from the creative team. The book comes with specially shrink-wrapped and features spot UV gloss on the cover, sharing its content across 192 pages found inside, making it a fantastic show piece on the shelf of any fan. Categories Tags Based On: #Highlander Series: #Highlander Publisher: #TitanBooks Studio: #VerityLambert #20thCenturyFox Platform: #Movies Genre: #Action #Fantasy

Book Details ISBN: 978-1974760916 Publisher: VIZ Media LLC Page Count: 208 Format: Hardcover Publication Date: 23/06/2026 (June 23rd 2026) Other Editions: N/A Buy Here / Buy Here (UK) About Re-join Luffy's adventure in a new way with the look back at seasons 1 and 2 of the live-action series One Piece , and discover how the series was made! Through concept art, set photography, and interviews with the creative team, fans can dive further into the Straw Hat Pirates' search for the One Piece and what it took to take the series from the pages of the hit manga, to the screen. Learn more about the development and visuals for the characters and locations, including 153rd Branch Marine Base, Baratie, and Loguetown, Little Garden, as well as the pirate ships of the show. The adventure might not be over, but Set Sail: The Art and Making of One Piece shares a lot more of the treasure hunt for fans to explore. Categories Tags Based On: #OnePiece Series: #OnePiece Publisher: #VIZMediaLLC Studio: #KajiProductions #TomorrowStudios #BoyDetectiveInc Platform: #TV #Netflix Genre: #Fantasy #Action

April 5th 2025 The award-winning global hit KPop Demon Hunters is getting shown more love later this year, as more fans will have the chance to see the art behind its incredible visuals following the news that The Art of Kpop Demon Hunters is getting a full retail release. The 144-page hardcover has appeared on Amazon US and Canada, with more listings expected to begin appearing elsewhere, and it is set to arrive on September 8th 2026. The book is being publishing by Random House Worlds with an RRP of $40, a little lower than the pricing for many artbooks, but this is perhaps reflective of the lower page count. Prior to this, the The Art of KPop Demon Hunters was made available online for free in a generous move by Gallery Nucleus, which can still be viewed here . Physical copies were also sold directly from their website as a paperback, making this new retail version an improvement with an upgrade to a hardcover. Page preview Inside readers are treated to a look concept art for the characters, costumes, locations, keyframes, weapons, and more, sharing a look at the movie through the early ideas to final artwork. Alongside this, interviews from the creatives are also found to add more insights into what it took to create a cultural hit, with the book authored by Tracey Miller-Zarneke. I previously noted in my report when the free version was shared that it is unusual for an artbook to be fully accessible with no charge, becoming even more unique now that the book is getting a full retail release. Previews are fantastic for getting more people interested in an artbook and those that enjoyed it on the screen can now add a physical copy their shelf. I also mentioned that it was odd it wasn't getting a mass market release, so it is great to see that is now happening. Check out more previews in the slideshow below; KPop Demon Hunters was released on Netflix in 2025 and surpassed 500 million views before the end of that year, making it the most streamed movie of 2025. It has since gone on to win a huge list of awards, including Academy Awards for Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song. The animated movie follows the popular K-pop girl group 'Huntrix', who are secretly demon hunters when not performing on stage. It combines high intensity action, a creative style, catchy music, and inventive choreography, making it a powerhouse of visuals and storytelling that led it to becoming hugely popular. An artbook was therefore inevitable for the movie and the reveal that it will become more widely available is sure to excite it's many viewers. For those interested in The Art of KPop Demon Hunters , you can order the book below and check out the free look to enjoy its contents ahead of its September 8th release date. Buy Here Tags; #KPopDemonHunters #Netflix #SonyPicturesAnimation

Book Details ISBN: 979-8217377657 Publisher: Random House Worlds Page Count: 144 Format: Hardcover Publication Date: 08/09/2026 (September 9th 2026) Other Editions: N/A Buy Here / Buy Here UK TBC About Revisit the award-winning hit KPop Demon Hunters with a look at the artwork that helped bring it to life, from concepts to final designs, alongside commentary from the minds behind the movie. Gallery Nucleus partnered with Sony Pictures Animation to create The Art of KPop Demon Hunters  to celebrate the artistry of the movie's visuals. Written by author Tracey Miller-Zarneke, this 144-page hardcover was first released online for free, but can now be experienced as a physical book and find its place on the shelves of the many fans that enjoyed the global phenomenon. Categories Tags Based On: #KPopDemonHunters Series: #KPopDemonHunters Publisher: #RandomHouseWorlds Studio: #SonyPicturesAnimation #GalleryNucleus Platform: #Movies #Netflix Genre: #Fantasy #Action #Comedy

April 4th 2026 Avengers: Doomsday is one of the most anticipated movies of the year, marking the beginning of the end for the Multiverse Saga within the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Unsurprisingly, an artbook is on the way as well, continuing the long running series that began in 2008 with Iron Man . Reintroducing Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom through concept art, Marvel Studios' Avengers: Doomsday - The Art of the Movie arrives this December along with the movie. Spotted on retailer listings with the above placeholder cover, including on Amazon US , it is set to arrive on December 22nd, just 4 days after the movie hits the big screen. The 224-page hardcover book currently has no description, which is somewhat unusual for the publisher, but also expected. When Spider-Man: Brand New Day – The Art of the Movie was revealed in the same way earlier this year, the description gave away the movie's plot synopsis, so this is very likely Marvel avoiding the same issue again. As mentioned in that report, the short wait is newer for Marvel artbooks, who have taken between 3 months to years after each project to release them, but Brand New Day and now Avengers: Doomsday are taking just days. Whether this will stick remains to be seen, as they have delayed or cancelled the last 27 books in a row. However, the fact this is the target is a least a great sign that Marvel are trying to strike when the iron is hot and get the books onto the shelves of more fans. The price is also note worthy, as it will be $50, continuing the change in direction seen with Spider-Man: Brand New Day – The Art of the Movie . The artbook for The Fantastic Four: First Steps was $150, a steep price for even the most dedicated fans and was a one and done for Marvel, following a handful of prior releases were at an already high $100 to add a slipcase. It could be this was too damaging for sales, so Marvel have reversed course and gone back to releasing the series without a slipcase to sell more copies, even dropping from the previous $60 to $50 to stay competitive, a huge win for collectors and those that love the movies. Inside we can expect the usual superb artwork from the visual development team, who have been instrumental in helping shape the MCU since it began 18 years ago with Iron Man . Concept artists like Ryan Meinerding, Andy Park, Rodney Fuentebella, Wesley Bert, Karla Ortiz, and many, many more, get wonderful showcases in these books, often getting to share some insights through interviews as well. There may not be a description, but it's not needed this far along into the series, because we know we can expect concepts for characters, costumes, locations, technology, and more, with excellent page design and artist credits throughout. Marvel are making moves to get their 'Art of' series back on track after the long waits and high prices that have troubled them since the Multiverse Saga began. It's hard to maintain a high quality with dozens of books in the series, but they have done it so far and so if they can hit this date for Marvel Studios' Avengers: Doomsday - The Art of the Movie , it will no doubt be a big seller. If you are new to the books and don't know what to expect, you can check out a preview of Marvel Studios' The Fatastic Four: First Steps - The Art of the Movie below. A preview of Marvel Studios' The Fantastic Four: First Steps - The Art of the Movie Future updates will be reported here, and those interested can read reviews for the series below, including the re-releases of the Infinity Saga books from Titan Books, which come highly recommended if you missed out on the earlier titles. Marvel Studios' The Infinity Saga – Black Panther: The Art of the Movie Marvel Studios’ The Infinity Saga – Thor: Ragnarok – The Art of the Movie Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps – The Art of the Movie Marvel Studios’ The Infinity Saga – Spider-Man: Homecoming – The Art of the Movie Marvel Studios’ The Infinity Saga – Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2: The Art of the Movie Marvel Studios' Loki: Season Two - The Art of the Series Marvel Studios’ The Infinity Saga – Doctor Strange: The Art of the Movie Marvel Television's Agatha All Along: The Art of the Series More listings for Marvel Studios' Avengers: Doomsday - The Art of the Movie will begin appearing soon, but many will be able to order the book below; Buy Here Tags; #Marvel #MarvelStudios #MarvelCinematicUniverse #AvengersDoomsday

Book Details ISBN: 978-1302970253 Publisher: Marvel Page Count: 224 Format: Hardcover Publication Date: 22/12/2026 (December 12th 2026) Other Editions: N/A Buy Here / Buy Here (UK) TBC About The first part of two Avengers movies gets the artbook treatment with this look at the concept art behind the introduction of Doctor Doom and the return of a huge cast of characters from the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Featuring insights from the creatives behind the movies and the artists that help create the locations, costumes, and more, Marvel Studios' Avengers: Doomsday - The Art of the Movie continues the long line of artbooks that began with Iron Man in 2008. Categories Tags Based On: #AvengersDoomsday Series: #MarvelCinematicUniverse #MCU #Avengers Publisher: #Marvel Studio: #MarvelStudios #Disney Platform: #Movies #DisneyPlus Genre: #SuperHero #Action

April 3rd 2026 This week on The Artbook Collector YouTube channel we head back to a 2015 release with a collection of artwork for the iconic World of Warcraft from Blizzard Entertainment! The Art of World of Warcraft from publisher Insight Editions was released on June 16th 2015 as an oversized hardcover with 224 pages of concept art and illustrations. The book is harder to come by now, with second-hand copies going into triple digits depending on your location, but bargain hunters can find deals and imports with a little patience and luck. Blizzard have always done incredible artwork and that was no different for the MMORPG, as seen in the preview below! As you can see in the video, the bold colours and style of the art for World of Warcraft makes for a great showcase, highlighting the talent of the team at the studio. It covers the base game and multiple expansions, creating a great look at the game's journey up to 2015 when the book released. Inside, the pages use reflective gold ink that adds a premium feel when flipping though and is a thoughtful touch (although it's not the most camera friendly for a video!). World of Warcraft  is a massively multiplayer online role-playing game that was released in 2004 and continues to be hugely successful more than 20 years later. It's set in the fantasy world of Azeroth, where players create a character and complete quests, explore environments, and interact with other players. There are a huge number of stories told while playing, weaving the narrative of its rival factions, the Alliance and the Horde. Combining leveling, combat, crafting, dungeons, raids, and more, fans will find a huge amount to do in World of Warcraft and its expansions, with Midnight being the latest that released in 2026. If you enjoyed the preview of The Art of World of Warcraft , you can sometimes find second-hand copies here with varying prices here; Buy Here  / Buy Here (UK) Tags; #InsightEditions #WorldOfWarcraft #BlizzardEntertainment

Book Details ISBN: 978-1608874491 Publisher: Insight Editions Page Count: 224 Format: Hardcover Publication Date: 16/06/2015 (June 16th 2015) Other Editions: N/A Buy Here / Buy Here (UK) About Over a decade after its launch, The Art of World of Warcraft  celebrated the immensely popular role-playing game through its art for the vast world of Azeroth, its characters, weapons, and diverse environments. Follow the game’s evolution with developer interviews and stunning artwork for the game and its expansions. It features hundreds of drawings and concept pieces, perfect for veterans and newcomers to World of Warcraft . Preview Categories Tags Based On: #WorldOfWarcraft Series: #WorldOfWarcraft Publisher: #InsightEditions Studio: #BlizzardEntertainment Platform: #PC Genre: #RPG #MMO #Fantasy

April 2nd 2026 The The Fifth Element is getting the artbook treatment this year from Titan Books, giving fans a chance to explore the making of the iconic sci-fi movie. ' The Fifth Element: A Visual Retrospective ' has appeared on retails listings and will be an image-led volume of insights when it arrives later this year. Cover art for The Fifth Element: A Visual Retrospective Spotted on Titan Book's website , the 256-page hardcover is set to arrive on September 15th 2026 with the above cover art and an RRP of $50 or £39.99. It's been almost 30 years since The Fifth Element was released, but the movie became a cult-classic and remains popular across multiple generations, so this new book will no doubt be on the radar for a lot of fans and movie buffs. The book will feature illustrations, concept art, interviews, and more, as noted in the official description of the book below; " The Fifth Element: A Visual Retrospective is the first sumptuously-illustrated, image-led book on the science-fiction cult classic film. Full of beautiful high-quality photography, never-before-seen concept art, blueprints, props, and costumes, this book is a Fifth Element gallery exhibition on your coffee-table. It also contains the complete original script, with anecdotes from the film’s creatives, giving fans a unique insight into how the film was made. " The Fifth Element is a visually striking film, from its dense city blocks, hover vehicles, unique aliens, eccentric costume designs, and much more, making it perfect for an artbook. Expect incredible concept art inside, including from French artists Jean-Claude Mézières and Jean "Moebius" Giraud, as well as a look at the practical sets and costumes with the on-set photographs throughout. This will also be the first time the full script will be printed and shared, including scenes that didn't make it to the big screen, making this the ultimate companion to the movie for those wanting to learn more. Prior to this, ' The Story of The Fifth Element ' was released in 1997 and also included artwork, but this will be first book that makes art the focus, while adding the script, insights, and interviews for a deeper dive into the movie. Concept art by Jean-Claude Mézières Director Luc Besson's The Fifth Element was released by Gaumont in May 1997 and is set in the 23rd century, where Earth is under threat from a cosmic evil that returns every 5,000 years. It follows former soldier Korben Dallas (Bruce Willis), who find himself trying to save humanity after meeting the strange Leeloo (Milla Jovovich) while working as a taxi driver, who is the key to making that happen. The movie blends action, humour, and striking visual design, and a eclectic cast of characters, all of which made it a hit with fans, making it a fan-favourite almost 30 years on. The Fifth Element: A Visual Retrospective is the perfect way to celebrate and enjoy the movie in a new way ahead of its upcoming anniversary. Pre-orders will begin going live following its reveal and can be added to your wishlist ahead of this below. Future updates on the book will be reported here as they happen. Buy Here / Buy Here (UK) Tags; #TitanBooks #TheFifthElement #Gaumont