Mobile Suit Gundam: GQuuuuuuX has finally arrived for North American audiences, bringing with it a fresh "alternate history" storyline that's as intriguing as its challenging name (reportedly pronounced "G-Queue-x"). Alongside this narrative, fans can look forward to a new range of model kits. IGN's review of the GQuuuuuuX theatrical release, penned by critic Juan Barquin, hails the series as “exactly the kind of inventive reimagining of Gundam we deserve.”
The new Gundam series shows the influence of another monumental sci-fi series through its creative team. GQuuuuuuX is directed by Kazuya Tsurumaki, co-director of End of Evangelion, and written by Yoji Enokido, known for his work on classics such as FLCL, Revolutionary Girl Utena, Ouran High School Host Club, and Bungo Stray Dogs, as well as episodes of Neon Genesis Evangelion. The involvement of Evangelion creator Hideaki Anno adds another layer of anticipation about where this series might venture.
If you're eager to dive into Mobile Suit Gundam: GQuuuuuuX or revisit the original Gundam series, here's everything you need to know about watching the new episodes and catching up on the classics.
How to Watch Mobile Suit Gundam: GQuuuuuuX
### Mobile Suit Gundam: GQuuuuuuX
Amate Yuzuriha, a high school student living in a peaceful space colony, finds her life transformed after meeting war refugee Nyaan. This encounter draws her into the world of Clan Battle, an illegal mobile suit dueling sport. You can stream the new Gundam show on Prime Video, which offers standalone subscriptions starting at $7.99/month or is included in Amazon Prime memberships costing $14.99/month, complete with Prime shipping benefits. New subscribers can enjoy a 30-day free trial.
Episode Release Dates
Initially released in Japan as a feature film containing four episodes, Mobile Suit Gundam: GQuuuuuuX will roll out individual episodes for North American audiences on Prime Video starting April 8, with new episodes available every Tuesday. While the exact number of episodes remains uncertain, the recent Gundam series, The Witch from Mercury, featured 12 episodes per season. Stay tuned for updates on episode counts and release schedules.
What Is GQuuuuuuX About?
Gundam fans are no strangers to alternate histories, but GQuuuuuuX introduces a significant twist: the Principle of Zeon acquiring the prototype Gundam instead of Amuro and the Earth Federation. The official synopsis reads:
Amate Yuzuriha, a high school student in a space colony, finds her life upended after meeting Nyaan, a war refugee. Together, they navigate the high-stakes world of Clan Battle, an illegal mobile suit dueling sport.
New GQuuuuuuX Model Kits and Figures
### Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX - #4 Red Gundam HG 1/144 Model Kit
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### Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX - #2 Police Zaku HG 1/144 Model Kit
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### Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX - #6 Light-Type Guncannon HG 1/144 Model Kit
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### Amate Yuzuriha (Machu) Figure-Rise Standard Model Kit
See it at AmazonThe alternate history in GQuuuuuuX leads to unique Gundam designs, inspiring a range of new model kits and figures available for preorder. Explore the full collection here.
Where to Watch the Original Mobile Suit Gundam Anime
### Mobile Suit Gundam
See it at CrunchyrollWhile GQuuuuuuX can be enjoyed on its own, understanding the original Gundam history enhances the experience of this "alternate" storyline. The original Gundam series, along with most other Gundam titles, is available on Crunchyroll.
Gundam GQuuuuuuX Characters and Voice Cast
Amate Yuzuriha voiced by Tomoyo KurosawaNyaan voiced by Yui IshikawaShuji Itō voiced by Simba TsuchiyaChallia Bull voiced by Shinji KawadaChar Aznable voiced by Shin YuukiXavier Olivette voiced by Seiichiro YamashitaComoli Harcourt voiced by Akane FujitaAnnqi voiced by Mariya IseJezzi voiced by Yukitoshi TokumotoNabu voiced by Shoya ChibaKaine voiced by Yuusuke NaganoHARO voiced by Rie KugimiyaPomeranian voiced by Kosuke EchigoyaDenim voiced by Goto KousukeDren voiced by Takeda Taichi
