Dark Horse has postponed the release of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Secrets of the Zonai art book, moving the launch from October 2026 to March 30, 2027.
The publisher says copies will ship to customers in April 2027, according to its product listing.
The delay affects both the standard and Hero's Edition releases tied to Nintendo's critically acclaimed Nintendo Switch title Tears of the Kingdom.
Background and context
The Secrets of the Zonai art book is a collaboration between Dark Horse and Nintendo that celebrates the visual development of Tears of the Kingdom, which launched on Nintendo Switch.
Initially announced earlier this year, the hardcover collection was due to arrive in October 2026 but will now reach retailers and preorders in spring 2027.
Dark Horse and Nintendo have partnered on multiple franchise books in the past, and this volume arrives amid the series 40th anniversary year and a recent string of Zelda announcements.
Publisher statement
Dark Horse confirmed the new date and thanked fans for their patience, saying it is taking additional time to ensure a high standard of quality for the book and its special editions.
The company reiterated that a March 30, 2027 release is expected, with customer shipments scheduled for April 2027.
What the book contains and pricing
The hardcover Secrets of the Zonai spans 472 pages.
The standard edition is listed at $59.99 / £46.17, while the Hero's Edition is priced at $119.99 / £92.35.
The Hero's Edition features several physical extras for collectors, including a green slipcase inspired by Zonai motifs, an exclusive cover, an art print of Link and the Sages, a cloth-printed map of the Depths, and a replica inspired by game artifacts.
Inside, readers can expect roughly 50 pages of finished illustrations and promotional images, nearly 300 pages of behind-the-scenes sketches, notes and concept art, and over 80 pages detailing Hyrule history and Zonai lore leading into the game.
The book also includes interviews with key development figures: series producer Eiji Aonuma, director Hidemaro Fujibayashi, and art director Satoru Takizawa.
What this means for collectors
Collectors and fans who preordered should see updated shipping notices from Dark Horse and their retailers.
The timing places the book release after several Zelda anniversary events and announcements that have kept the franchise in the spotlight across Nintendo Direct presentations and related coverage.
The publisher says copies will ship to customers in April 2027, according to its product listing.
The delay affects both the standard and Hero's Edition releases tied to Nintendo's critically acclaimed Nintendo Switch title Tears of the Kingdom.
Background and context
The Secrets of the Zonai art book is a collaboration between Dark Horse and Nintendo that celebrates the visual development of Tears of the Kingdom, which launched on Nintendo Switch.
Initially announced earlier this year, the hardcover collection was due to arrive in October 2026 but will now reach retailers and preorders in spring 2027.
Dark Horse and Nintendo have partnered on multiple franchise books in the past, and this volume arrives amid the series 40th anniversary year and a recent string of Zelda announcements.
Publisher statement
Dark Horse confirmed the new date and thanked fans for their patience, saying it is taking additional time to ensure a high standard of quality for the book and its special editions.
The company reiterated that a March 30, 2027 release is expected, with customer shipments scheduled for April 2027.
What the book contains and pricing
The hardcover Secrets of the Zonai spans 472 pages.
The standard edition is listed at $59.99 / £46.17, while the Hero's Edition is priced at $119.99 / £92.35.
The Hero's Edition features several physical extras for collectors, including a green slipcase inspired by Zonai motifs, an exclusive cover, an art print of Link and the Sages, a cloth-printed map of the Depths, and a replica inspired by game artifacts.
Inside, readers can expect roughly 50 pages of finished illustrations and promotional images, nearly 300 pages of behind-the-scenes sketches, notes and concept art, and over 80 pages detailing Hyrule history and Zonai lore leading into the game.
The book also includes interviews with key development figures: series producer Eiji Aonuma, director Hidemaro Fujibayashi, and art director Satoru Takizawa.
What this means for collectors
Collectors and fans who preordered should see updated shipping notices from Dark Horse and their retailers.
The timing places the book release after several Zelda anniversary events and announcements that have kept the franchise in the spotlight across Nintendo Direct presentations and related coverage.
