Nintendo Books

"Prepare yourself for a thrilling behind-the-scenes exploration into the art and making of one of the most groundbreaking video games of all time -- The Legend of Zelda : Breath of the Wild! Your adventure starts with nearly fifty pages of sketches, promotional illustrations, and character art from illustrator Takumi Wada. Explore three hundred pages of concept art complete with notes and recollections from the developers. Stop and rest awhile as you pore over the history of Hyrule and its peoples as it is known now. Finally, meet the masters themselves as director Hidemaro Fujibayashi, art director Storu Takizawa, illustrator Takumi Wada, and series produce Eiji Aonuma discuss their journey to create a champion!"--Back cover

An amaze-ink behind-the-scenes look at the making of Splatoon 2 , one of the best-selling Nintendo Switch games of all time!Dive into over 380 pages worth of illustrations, key art, and designs of your favorite colorful characters, weapons, gear, locations, maps, and brands. The Art of Splatoon 2 also features storyboards and other extras sure to make a splash with any fan!Don't miss this ink-redible look at the best-selling family-friendly game Splatoon 2 in this colorful high-quality hardcover!

This 320-page book is an exhaustive guide to The Legend of Zelda from the original The Legend of Zelda to Twilight Princess HD. Make sure to check out the other installments in this unparalleled collection of historical information on the Legend of Zelda Franchise with the New York Times Best Selling books The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia and The Legend of Zelda: Art & Artifacts! A comprehensive collection of enemies and items, potions to poes, an expansion of the lore touched upon in Hyrule Historia, concept art, screencaps, maps, main characters and how they relate, languages, and much, much more, including an exclusive interview with Series Producer, Eiji Aonuma! This, the last of The Goddess Collection trilogy, which includes Hyrule Historia and Art & Artifacts, is a treasure trove of explanations and information about every aspect of The Legend of Zelda universe! An exhaustive compendium of everything from the first 30 years of The Legend of Zelda. An expansion of information from The Legend of Zelda timeline. Rare development sketches of your favorite characters. An extensive database of items and enemies.

Exploring the iconic franchise, this book delves into the origins of The Legend of Zelda, tracing its evolution over nearly three decades and numerous video games. It highlights the significance of the original gold cartridge, which launched a beloved series that has captivated fans worldwide. Through a blend of nostalgia and analysis, it celebrates the impact of Zelda on gaming culture and its enduring legacy in the industry.

"Discover the art and expertise that went into creating one of Nintendo's best-loved games! Featuring full-color concept art, preliminary sketches, and notes from the development team, this hardcover edition also includes insights into some early ideas that didn't make it into the game itself!" -- back cover insert.

Power Up! Super Mario Bros. Encyclopedia: The Official Guide to the First 30 Years is jam-packed with content from all seventeen Super Mario games--from the original Super Mario Bros. to Super Mario 3D World. Track the evolution of the Goomba, witness the introduction of Yoshi, and relive your favorite levels. This tome also contains an interview with producer Takashi Tezuka, tips to help you find every coin, star, sun, and mushroom--even explanations of glitches! With information on enemies, items, obstacles, and worlds from over thirty years of Mario, Super Mario Bros. Encyclopedia is the definitive resource for everything Super Mario!

Set off on an action-packed adventure with our hero Link as he embarks on a series of quests to save the kingdom of Hyrule in this exciting 16-month calendar featuring colorful, iconic artwork from The Legend of Zelda ™. Get swept up in the intricately designed world of one of the most beloved video game series of all time.

Power up your child's reading with Mario, Luigi and their friends in the Super Mario Young Reader!

Embark on an adventurous journey with Mario and his friends as they confront villains across various Super Mario Bros. worlds. This engaging puzzle and coloring book combines fun challenges with creative activities, allowing fans to immerse themselves in the vibrant universe of their favorite characters while exercising their problem-solving skills and artistic talents.

A throwback to the early 1990s, this nostalgic 16-month calendar is a treat for longtime Nintendo® fans. With a mix of box art, pixel art, and illustrations, months alternate between five classic Super NES games: Super Mario World, Super Mario Kart, The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, Star Fox, and Super Metroid. Recall the wonders of the first games system and celebrate '19 like it's '91.