Highly Anticipated Art Book Follows Up on the Original with a Focus on Cuphead’s DLC
Fans of the iconic game Cuphead have reason to celebrate, as one of the best video game art books is receiving a long-awaited follow-up this year. “The Art of Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course” will be published by Dark Horse Books on October 22. This new edition follows the success of the original Cuphead art book, which beautifully captured the intricate process of animating the game to resemble a 1930s cartoon. Now, the game’s expansion is set to receive the same meticulous treatment.
Two editions of “The Art of Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course” are available for preorder on Amazon, including a stunning limited edition for die-hard fans. Additionally, fans will soon have an opportunity to explore the making of Netflix’s “The Cuphead Show.”
This 272-page oversized hardcover delves into Cuphead’s acclaimed 2022 DLC, “The Delicious Last Course.” It offers a detailed frame-by-frame journey through the expansion’s seven bosses and The King’s Leap challenge arena. The DLC, which introduced Ms. Chalice as a playable character along with numerous new NPCs, will be richly depicted in this art book.
Players familiar with Cuphead appreciate the intricate detail in each boss battle. Remarkably, the DLC matches the base game in terms of animation frames, despite constituting only about 25% of the overall Cuphead experience. The original art book provided an insightful glimpse into Studio MDHR’s creative process, and “The Art of Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course” promises to be equally enlightening.
This book will feature not only frame-by-frame animations but also early concept art and unused ideas, offering fans a comprehensive look at the creative journey behind the DLC.
Amazon’s preorder price guarantee ensures that buyers will get the lowest price between their order date and the release date. If you haven’t yet picked up the art book for the base game, Amazon is currently offering a $20 discount off its list price.
For the most dedicated Cuphead aficionados, Dark Horse is releasing a Deluxe Edition of the book. This limited edition features a mint-green foil slipcase, a foldout portfolio case with three acetate cells, and an attached ribbon bookmark. Given the limited availability of the original Deluxe Edition, preordering this new Deluxe Edition is highly recommended to avoid missing out.
The Deluxe Edition is listed for $95 on Amazon, down from its original price of $100. Preordering now secures your price and ensures you can benefit from any discounts before the book ships on October 22. Alternatively, you can preorder the Deluxe Edition at Target for $100, with a potential earlier release date of October 8.
Additionally, “The Art of The Cuphead Show,” which explores the creation of Netflix’s animated series, will be released on September 3. This 256-page book includes exclusive production art, character designs, animatics, and commentary from the show’s creators, providing an in-depth look at how Studio MDHR’s game was adapted into a beloved cartoon. It is available for preorder for $50.