Details Revealed for The Art of Borderlands 3 Art Book

An official art book for Gearbox Software’s upcoming title was detailed in an online retail listing. Titled The Art of Borderlands 3, the book was scheduled for release on October 29, 2019, about a month after the game’s launch. Published by Insight Editions, the hardcover volume promised a comprehensive look at the creation of the cooperative first-person shooter.

The listing described the book as a “breathtaking celebration” of the series, featuring hundreds of pieces of concept art. This collection was set to include full-color images, sketches, paintings, and character studies. These materials would illustrate how the development team brought the game’s characters, expansive world, and vast arsenal of weapons to life. The book’s announced list price was $45.00.

Book Contents and Features

The Art of Borderlands 3 was presented as a collector’s item for fans, offering a detailed view of the game’s distinctive visual design. The 224-page book aimed to provide a comprehensive collection of the artwork that defined the look and feel of the new adventure. It covers the entire creative process, from early sketches to the polished paintings that guided the 3D artists.

The product description highlighted exclusive interviews with the artists and developers at Gearbox Software. These interviews were intended to give readers insight into the creative choices behind the game’s aesthetic. Fans could expect to learn more about the design of the new Vault Hunters, the various enemies, and the unique beauty of the planet Pandora and other locations featured in the game.

Exploring Pandora’s Creation

The book’s focus extends across the three core pillars of the game’s design: characters, world, and weapons. Character studies would likely showcase the iterative process of designing the new protagonists and key non-player characters, revealing concepts that did not make it into the final game. For a series known for its memorable personalities, this provides a valuable look at how those characters were visually conceived.

The art book also covers the expansive world of Borderlands 3. It promised to let readers “experience the danger and distinctive beauty of Pandora like never before.” Through concept paintings and environmental sketches, the book would document the creation of the game’s diverse biomes and architectural styles. This visual library serves as a guide to the artistic vision that shaped the player’s experience.

Publication and Game Release Details

Insight Editions is the publisher for The Art of Borderlands 3. The book was listed with an ISBN-10 of 1683835719 and an ISBN-13 of 978-1683835714. Its release date of October 29, 2019, was strategically timed to follow the game’s debut.

Borderlands 3 itself was set to launch earlier on September 13, 2019, for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. This schedule gave players ample time to complete the game’s main story and explore its world before the art book became available, allowing them to appreciate the behind-the-scenes material with full context.