Final Fantasy Ultimania Archive Volume 3
Final Fantasy Ultimania Archive Volume 3

Author: Square Enix

Publisher: Dark Horse Comics

Published: 2019-06-11

Total Pages: 344

ISBN-13: 1506708013

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The journey through the creation of the groundbreaking video games continues with this breathtaking volume, featuring hundreds of pieces of concept art, design notes, and creator retrospectives from the original team behind the making of Final Fantasy X, Final Fantasy XI, Final Fantasy XII, Final Fantasy XIII, and Final Fantasy XIV. Art, commentary, and lore from a transformative era in the indispensable role-playing franchise, collected in a beautifully printed 300-plus-page hardcover. Foray into one of gaming's most iconic properties, exploring beautiful art and incisive commentary behind five of the most memorable entries in the Final Fantasy saga. Final Fantasy Ultimania Archive Volume 3 authentically translates original Japanese source material to present unparalleled access for a Western audience. This incredible tome is a must-have addition to any Final Fantasy enthusiast's collection.

Final Fantasy Ultimania Archive Volume 2
Final Fantasy Ultimania Archive Volume 2

Author: Square Enix

Publisher: Dark Horse Comics

Published: 2018-12-18

Total Pages: 328

ISBN-13: 1506706622

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Explore the art and adventure of the quintessential entries in the Final Fantasy saga with this gorgeous 300-plus-page hardcover. Collecting concept art, design notes, creator retrospectives, and more from Final Fantasy VII, Final Fantasy VIII, and Final Fantasy IX, Dark Horse's journey through the creation of the groundbreaking role-playing masterpiece continues! Dark Horse and Square Enix are thrilled to present the second of three volumes that officially translate Square Enix's detailed history chronicling the creation of the Final Fantasy franchise's seventh, eighth, and ninth games. Filled with captivating art and creator commentary, Final Fantasy Ultimania Archive Volume 2 remains completely authentic to its Japanese source material with unrivaled access for a Western audience. This prestige compendium is a must-have addition for any Final Fantasy enthusiast's collection.

Final Fantasy Ultimania Archive Volume 1
Final Fantasy Ultimania Archive Volume 1

Author: Square Enix

Publisher: Dark Horse Comics

Published: 2018-07-24

Total Pages: 344

ISBN-13: 1506706444

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An astonishing journey through the creation of the seminal role playing epic, officially available in English for the first time ever! This holy grail of Final Fantasy fandom is packed full of original concept art, process pieces, and notes from the original artists and designers chronicling the creation of these timeless games. Dark Horse and Square Enix are thrilled to offer the first of three volumes celebrating the entrancing lore and exciting development of the initial six entries into the Final Fantasy saga. Totaling over three-hundred pages and collected in a high-quality hard-cover binding, Final Fantasy Ultimania Archive Volume 1 remains faithful to its original Japanese source material while simultaneously offering unparalleled accessibility for Western readers. No Final Fantasy collection is complete without this beautiful tome of art, lore, and history.

FF DOT: The Pixel Art of Final Fantasy
FF DOT: The Pixel Art of Final Fantasy

Author: Square Enix

Publisher: Dark Horse Comics

Published: 2022-08-16

Total Pages: 284

ISBN-13: 1506735061

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A hardcover volume that showcases the intriguing evolution of pixel art from the Final Fantasy series! Containing detailed sprite sheets that showcase the pixel composition of Final Fantasy's beloved characters, maps of Final Fantasy's most popular highlighting tools used by the developers, and a special interview with Kazuko Shibuya, the character pixel artist for the Final Fantasy series, FF Dot is a one of a kind product that immerses readers into an iconic aspect of the Final Fantasy experience. Dark Horse Books is proud to collaborate with Square Enix to bring fans FF Dot: The Pixel Art of Final Fantasy, translated into English for the first time. This localization of the original Japanese publication holds nearly 300 pages of colorful pixel art, and is an invaluable addition to any Final Fantasy fan's collection.

NieR: Automata World Guide Volume 2
NieR: Automata World Guide Volume 2

Author: Square Enix

Publisher: Dark Horse Comics

Published: 2020-12-15

Total Pages: 308

ISBN-13: 1506715753

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Over 300 full-color pages collected into a hardcover volume that explores the secrets and strategies of Square Enix's NieR:Automata! Revisit the characters, combat, and environment that enchanted players with stunning action and profound adventure from video game director Yoko Taro. Discover the intricacies of Submergence City, learn more about the characters and enemies with the Data Library, and master the Androids' arsenal! Also featuring concept art and commentary, this second volume of the NieR:Automata World Guide is a must have item for fans of the game! Dark Horse Books and Square Enix come together again to present this adaptation of the original Japanese volume, officially offered in English for the first time!

The Sky
The Sky

Author: Yoshitaka Amano

Publisher: Dark Horse Books

Published: 2014-11-18

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781616550202

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The Sky Book Three contains Amano's sketches and paintings for Final Fantasy VII (1997), VIII (1999), IX(2000) and X (2001), depicting characters such as Zidane Tribal, Garnet Til Alexandros XVII, Adelbert Steiner, Vivi Orunitia, Amarant Coral, Queen Brahne and many others. Bonuses include a series of silkscreen images done for Final Fantasy VIII, unreleased pen-and-ink sketches of the Gunblade and designs for the gemlike logo of Final Fantasy IX. Book Three completes The Sky series at a special low price!

Kingdom Hearts Ultimania: The Story Before Kingdom Hearts III
Kingdom Hearts Ultimania: The Story Before Kingdom Hearts III

Author: Square Enix

Publisher: Dark Horse Comics

Published: 2021-06-29

Total Pages: 268

ISBN-13: 1506725236

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A gorgeous oversized hardcover collecting Kingdom Hearts art and trivia, leading up to the events of Kingdom Hearts III! Enter the magical worlds of Disney as featured in the hit game series! This tome meticulously showcases each of Kingdom Hearts' unique worlds, characters, and equipment, encompassing all the games predating Kingdom Hearts III. Explore character profiles from icons like King Mickey and Goofy, to modern favorites like Tron or Captain Jack Sparrow. Study detailed summaries of each games story, along with rare concept designs and storyboards! No stone is left unturned in this grand overview, which includes content from: Kingdom Hearts Final Mix Kingdom Hearts Chain of Memories Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix Kingdom Hearts Coded Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep Kingdom Hearts 3D Dream Drop Distance Kingdom Hearts Unchained X Dark Horse Books, Square Enix, and Disney present Kingdom Hearts Ultimania: The Story Before Kingdom Hearts III. This original English translation of the Japanese fan favorite reference guide is sure to capture the imaginations of Disney fans and gamers everywhere!

Miniature Final Fantasy
Miniature Final Fantasy

Author: Square Enix

Publisher: Dark Horse Comics

Published: 2019-12-31

Total Pages: 104

ISBN-13: 150671353X

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A whimsical collection of iconic scenes from the Final Fantasy series, cheerfully realized by miniature photographer Tatsuya Tanaka! Cloud and Sephiroth reenact their fateful showdown--an open beer can standing in for Nibel Reactor cooling tower. Setzer steers his airship Blackjack, mischievously recreated from corn on the cob. A chocobo flits and frolics across a field of . . . tennis balls. Tetsuya Tanaka's vibrant miniature photography is showcased side-by-side with concept art that details the process of each photo's creation. This tome catalogs fan-favorite moments captured from across the Final Fantasy series, followed by a longform interview with Tatsuya Tanaka himself. Dark Horse Books and Square Enix present Miniature Final Fantasy: No Adventure Too Large--Tatsuya Tanaka's miniature Final Fantasy scenes from his memorable Miniature Calendar series. This joyous collaboration celebrates the Final Fantasy series from a wholly unique perspective.

Final Fantasy VII Remake: Material Ultimania
Final Fantasy VII Remake: Material Ultimania

Author: Square Enix

Publisher: National Geographic Books

Published: 2021-12-28

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 1646091213

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Packed with art and visual reference materials used during development of the game, this deluxe, hardcover volume is a must-have for fans of Final Fantasy VII Remake. Final Fantasy VII Remake: Material Ultimania presents a comprehensive collection of production art and CG art assets, including character models and illustrations, locations and backgrounds, accessories, weapons, enemies, and more, all accompanied by staff commentary. This volume also includes detailed costume references, cutscene storyboards, song liner notes from the sound staff, and Q & A interviews with the Japanese voice actors. At over 300 pages, this full-color, jacketed, hardcover book is a visual tribute to the stunning new rendition of one of the most beloved RPGs of all time.

Final Fantasy VII Remake: World Preview
Final Fantasy VII Remake: World Preview

Author: Square Enix

Publisher: National Geographic Books

Published: 2020-09-22

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 1646090845

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A full-color, lavishly illustrated introduction to the world of Final Fantasy VII Remake, presenting information on characters, settings, gameplay, and more! With its captivating characters, striking visual design, and intense gameplay, Final Fantasy VII set a new standard for the RPG genre and became one of the top video game releases of all time. Now, with Final Fantasy VII Remake, players return to Midgar in a stunning new rendition of a timeless classic. This World Preview volume offers both new players and longtime fans essential information on characters, settings, gameplay, and more, as well as introductory comments from producer Yoshinori Kitase and director Tetsuya Nomura.