The much-anticipated Mobile Suit Gundam: GQuuuuuuX has finally arrived for North American audiences, bringing with it a fresh "alternate history" storyline that promises to redefine the Gundam universe. Pronounced "G-Queue-x," this new series has already garnered positive reviews, with IGN's Juan Barquin praising it as "exactly the kind of inventive reimagining of Gundam we deserve." Alongside the new narrative, fans can look forward to a new line of model kits that capture the unique designs of this alternate universe.
The influence of another iconic sci-fi series is evident in the creative team behind GQuuuuuuX. Directed by Kazuya Tsurumaki, co-director of End of Evangelion, and written by Yoji Enokido, known for classics like FLCL, Revolutionary Girl Utena, Ouran High School Host Club, and Bungo Stray Dogs, as well as episodes of Neon Genesis Evangelion, the series also boasts the involvement of Evangelion creator Hideaki Anno. With such a powerhouse team, GQuuuuuuX is poised to take the Gundam franchise to new heights.
If you're eager to dive into Mobile Suit Gundam: GQuuuuuuX or catch up on the original series, here's everything you need to know:
How to Watch Mobile Suit Gundam: GQuuuuuuX
Mobile Suit Gundam: GQuuuuuuX
Amate Yuzuriha, a high-school student living peacefully in a space colony, finds her life changed when she meets a war refugee named Nyaan. Drawn into the illegal mobile suit dueling sport known as Clan Battle, Amate's journey is one you won't want to miss. You can watch the new Gundam series exclusively on Prime Video. Standalone Prime Video subscriptions are available for $7.99/month, while a full Amazon Prime membership, which includes Prime shipping benefits, costs $14.99/month. New subscribers can enjoy a 30-day free trial.
Episode Release Dates
Mobile Suit Gundam: GQuuuuuuX initially premiered in Japan as a feature film containing four individual episodes. Starting April 8, North American viewers can enjoy new episodes every Tuesday on Prime Video. While the total number of episodes remains uncertain, the recent Gundam series The Witch from Mercury had 12 episodes per season. Stay tuned for updates on the episode count.
What Is GQuuuuuuX About?
While alternative histories are not new to the Gundam universe, GQuuuuuuX introduces a significant twist where the Principle of Zeon gains control of the prototype Gundam, altering the course of the One Year War. Here's the official synopsis:
Amate Yuzuriha is a high-school student living peacefully in a space colony floating in outer space. When she meets a war refugee named Nyaan, Amate is drawn into the illegal mobile suit dueling sport known as Clan Battle.
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
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In this alternate universe where Zeon holds the upper hand, the new Gundam designs have inspired a range of model kits and figures available for preorder. Explore the full collection here.
Where to Watch the Original Mobile Suit Gundam Anime
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To fully appreciate the alternative history of GQuuuuuuX, it's beneficial to understand the original Gundam timeline. You can watch the original Mobile Suit Gundam anime, as well as most other Gundam series, on Crunchyroll.
Gundam GQuuuuuuX Characters and Voice Cast
Amate Yuzuriha voiced by Tomoyo Kurosawa
Nyaan voiced by Yui Ishikawa
Shuji Itō voiced by Simba Tsuchiya
Challia Bull voiced by Shinji Kawada
Char Aznable voiced by Shin Yuuki
Xavier Olivette voiced by Seiichiro Yamashita
Comoli Harcourt voiced by Akane Fujita
Annqi voiced by Mariya Ise
Jezzi voiced by Yukitoshi Tokumoto
Nabu voiced by Shoya Chiba
Kaine voiced by Yuusuke Nagano
HARO voiced by Rie Kugimiya
Pomeranian voiced by Kosuke Echigoya
Denim voiced by Goto Kousuke
Dren voiced by Takeda Taichi
