Rie Tanaka Reports Filming for New Gundam SEED Pachinko Machine
The involvement of a principal voice actress in pachinko machine production indicates the franchise continues to license its characters for the pachinko market, a major revenue stream for older Gundam properties.
Reporting from 1 sources: Magmix.
Rie Tanaka, the voice actress for Lacus Clyne in Mobile Suit Gundam SEED, has reported on her participation in filming for the new pachinko machine Gundam SEED Climax. The size and presence of the cabinet have become a topic among fans.
Rie Tanaka, who voices Lacus Clyne in Mobile Suit Gundam SEED, has shared that she took part in filming for a new pachinko machine called Gundam SEED Climax. The scale of the cabinet itself has drawn attention from fans, with Tanaka noting its size and presence. Pachinko adaptations of anime properties are common in Japan, and the Gundam SEED franchise has seen multiple such machines over the years. Tanaka's direct participation suggests the project aims for authenticity in its presentation of the character. No release date or further details about the machine have been announced.
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