Fans of Sky: Children of the Light have a new treasure to look forward to. thatgamecompany has officially announced The Art of Sky: Gratitude To Nesting (2019–2024), a massive 245-page collectible art book packed with never-before-seen artwork, developer insights, and behind-the-scenes stories from the first five years of the beloved social MMO.
Launching in Summer 2026, the book explores the creative journey behind Sky’s most memorable seasons, world expansions, collaborations, and community events. Co-authored by Narrative Writer Jennie Kong and Visual Development Lead Yuichiro Tanabe, the volume offers a rare look at the artistic process, design challenges, and unexpected discoveries that helped shape the kingdom of Sky.
The book also spotlights fan-favorite content including collaborations with AURORA, The Little Prince, and the acclaimed Season of Prophecy. A dedicated chapter celebrates the passionate Sky community whose creativity and support helped the game surpass 300 million downloads worldwide.
“The evolution of Sky since its launch in 2019 has been an absolute wonder, and we are honored to celebrate with our community and team through the second installment of The Art of Sky. This new art book captures the artistic, design, and narrative exploration of five years of adventure seasons, world expansions, collaborations, and events. Fans who joined during a season will be excited to discover all of the unpublished artworks behind it; as our developer stories will bring them closer to the heartbeat of our creative process.”
Cecil Kim, Art Director of thatgamecompany
Adding an interactive twist, every copy includes a special STAR chip that unlocks exclusive in-game content when scanned with a compatible mobile device. Players can explore concept art galleries, seasonal spaces, and audio reflections from the artists behind Sky’s iconic visuals.
Pre-orders open June 1 via thatskyshop, with the collector’s edition priced at $100 plus shipping. For longtime players and art enthusiasts alike, this latest volume promises to be a heartfelt celebration of one of gaming’s most uplifting worlds.
