GoNintendo has stumbled upon a pre-order listing on Amazon for Pix’N Love’s The History of Sonic book. The fact that there is an English language version isn’t a surprise, since Pix’N Love confirmed that one is in the works earlier this month. What is a surprise is that the book is not being sold on Pix’N Love’s English site, and that the book looks to be published by Udon Entertainment. Udon Entertainment, for those who don’t know, is a Canadian based publisher responsible for gaming art books both original and imported including the Valkyria Chronicles 2: World Artworks book and the upcoming The Eyes of Bayonetta art book. So has Pix’N Love left the English language duties to Udon? Seems like it. The English translation already exists, as it was approved alongside the French translation several months ago. So at most, Udon would have to handle printing and perhaps a slight redesign to the cover to accomodate their logo. Pix’N Love estimated that the book would sell for between $45 and $50, and the MSRP on Amazon matches that guess at $49.99. However, Amazon currently lists the book for a cool $32.14. The release date is tentatively October 9, 2012. An Amazon.co.uk listing also exists, however a price is not given. The UK release date is listed as September 19, 2012.
A big thanks to Tracker the Doggy for the heads up!
Ad:Related posts:
Attention Sonic the Hedgehog collectors: Cook & Becker are looking for rare original official art and collectibles
First look at the official ‘Sonic The Hedgehog 25th Anniversary’ art book from Cook & Becker – available for pre-order
SEGA News Bits: First Look at the Sonic the Hedgehog 25th Anniversary Art Book
Sega Mega Drive/Genesis: Collected Works reprint Kickstarter to fund production of a second run
Read-Only Memory announces SEGA Arcade: Pop-Up History book – Kickstarter launches today
D’oh, I totally gave you the heads up about the article. :<
Anyway, I MIGHT get this to be honest, depends though. I could do with some more moneys first though. X3
In the excitement, I forgot to add your credit. Thanks!
:3 This is why I wuv you bro. Along with those Sonic Generations etc. Genesis boxes. X3
And no problemo!
I want the limited edition!
I bought both of the Valkyria Chronicles books. These guys do excellent work.