Exciting news for anime enthusiasts, particularly fans of the Gundam series: the latest installment, Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX, will be available on Prime Video, complete with both subtitled and dubbed versions. As of April 8, this highly anticipated series will be accessible in over 240 countries and territories, releasing simultaneously with Japan. This development is a significant milestone for anime fans and especially Gundam devotees, offering a unique opportunity to engage with the mecha sci-fi series on a global scale.
The collaboration between Evangelion‘s Studio Khara and Gundam‘s Sunrise on Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX brings together a dream team of Japan’s top anime creators. The series boasts an impressive lineup of talent, including director Kazuya Tsurumaki, writers Yoji Enokido and Hideaki Anno, character designs by Pokémon Journeys‘ Take, and mechanical designs by Ikuto Yamashita. This union of creative forces marks a significant moment in anime history, combining the talents behind two of Japan’s most influential mecha series. The series represents a joint effort between these two studios, with its creative talent and designs underscoring the anticipation surrounding its release.
Preceding the series premiere was Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX -Beginning-, which was screened in theaters worldwide and generated considerable interest in the show. For those interested, io9’s review of the movie is available.
The official synopsis outlines the story: Amate Yuzuriha, a high school girl living in a peaceful space colony, becomes involved in the illegal mobile suit dueling competition ‘Clan Battle’ after meeting Nyaan, a war refugee girl. Competing under the name ‘MACHU,’ Amate pilots a GQuuuuuuX, immersing herself in intense battles daily. Meanwhile, an unidentified Mobile Suit ‘Gundam’ and its pilot, Shuuji, appear, pursued by both the space army and the police, signaling the dawn of a new era.
Director Kazuya Tsurumaki expressed his enthusiasm for the show’s widespread release: “I am truly delighted to be able to present this new title through digital streaming. I sincerely hope audiences around the world will watch and enjoy it.”
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