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Gundam X

Mobile New Century Gundam X is in its 30th anniversary year, with a merchandise and publishing wave rolling out through early 2027 and a new sequel manga, Mobile New Century Gundam X FLASH, running in Gundam Ace. The anniversary project Gundam X is always there puts all 39 episode posters at Gundam-related facilities nationwide from September 14, 2026.

Synthesized from 18 Yomimono stories · updated Sep 12

The 30th anniversary of Mobile New Century Gundam X, the series that aired from April 1996 as the third Alternative Series entry, produced a merchandise and publishing slate that runs well past the anniversary itself. Bandai Namco Filmworks opened orders on June 20, 2026 for the two-volume Complete Record A.W. 30th Chronicle book, releasing January 26, 2027, and an encore press of the 2018 Blu-ray Memorial Box on March 26, 2027. A separate Complete Record Collection at 14,300 yen carries setting materials, rough designs from Kunio Okawara and Masayoshi Nishimura, and four cast roundtable discussions.

The anniversary also restarted the story. Koichi Tokita's Mobile New Century Gundam X FLASH began in the October 2026 issue of Monthly Gundam Ace, on sale August 26, continuing from NEXT PROLOGUE. The same issue carried a 30th anniversary feature with cast interviews. The compilation's two covers come from character designer Nobuyoshi Nishimura and mechanical designer Kunio Okawara, and the collection ships in January 2027.

On the figure side, Bandai Spirits announced the PROPLICA G-Controller and a METAL ROBOT Damashii Gundam Double X during an August 24 anniversary program. The G-Controller has three modes, about 100 newly recorded lines from Garrod, Tiffa, and Jamil, and light, sound, and vibration effects; it takes pre-orders from August 28 at 20,350 yen and ships in February 2027. The Gundam Double X takes pre-orders September 4 at 24,200 yen and ships February 2027. A FW GUNDAM CONVERGE CORE anniversary set pairs the Gundam DX with a combinable G-Falcon, and an HG 1/144 Gundam Leopard ran through lottery orders and a general release on August 8. Apparel at STRICT-G and a fan collaboration with Nishikawa Shoroku Shoten extend the line.

Scriptwriter Hiroyuki Kawasaki, who wrote scripts and series composition for After War Gundam X among many other titles, died on January 23, 2026 at 60.

Key facts

Current anniversary project
The Gundam X is always there project places all 39 episode posters, one per TV episode, at Gundam-related facilities nationwide from September 14, 2026, with an X giveaway through September 30 offering mini posters to 30 winners. ↗
Original broadcast
Mobile New Century Gundam X aired from April 1996 as the third Alternative Series entry. ↗
Sequel manga
Mobile New Century Gundam X FLASH, a completely new work by Koichi Tokita continuing from NEXT PROLOGUE, starts in the October 2026 issue of Gundam Ace, on sale August 26. ↗
Record compilation
Mobile New Century Gundam X Record Compilation A.W. 30th Chronicle releases January 2027 with covers by character designer Nobuyoshi Nishimura and mechanical designer Kunio Okawara. ↗
Blu-ray reissue
An encore press of the 2018 Blu-ray Memorial Box releases March 26, 2027; the two-volume Complete Record A.W. 30th Chronicle book releases January 26, 2027. ↗
PROPLICA G-Controller
The G-Controller joins the PROPLICA line with three modes, about 100 newly recorded lines from Garrod, Tiffa, and Jamil, and light, sound, and vibration effects; pre-orders opened August 28, 2026 at 20,350 yen with shipment in February 2027. ↗
Metal Robot Damashii Gundam Double X
The figure is priced at 24,200 yen, with pre-orders opening September 4, 2026 at 16:00 on the Tamashii web store and shipment in February 2027. ↗
Gundam DX anniversary set
The FW GUNDAM CONVERGE CORE set includes the Gundam DX and G-Falcon, which can combine, plus toy-original weapons; pre-orders opened August 18, 2026 with shipping planned for January 2027. ↗
HG Gundam Leopard
The HG 1/144 Gundam Leopard costs 2,420 yen and reproduces the inner arm gatling's transformation and combination with the left arm; lottery orders ran on Premium Bandai and it released August 8, 2026. ↗
Hiroyuki Kawasaki
Scriptwriter Hiroyuki Kawasaki, who wrote scripts and series compositions for After War Gundam X among other titles, died on January 23 at 60. ↗

Timeline

Synthesized by Yomimono from the cited Yomimono stories below, each itself sourced, then editorially reviewed. Every fact links the story it came from.

Facts

Announced
30th anniversary project · 2026-09-08
Release
tv · April 1996 · 2026-09-08

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All coverage

Sep 8

Gundam X 30th Anniversary Project Puts 39 Episode Posters Nationwide

The "Gundam X is always there" project launched to mark the 30th anniversary of Mobile New Century Gundam X. From September 14, all 39 posters, one per TV episode, appear at Gundam-related facilities nationwide. On X, a giveaway running through September 30 offers 30 winners mini posters with newly drawn illustrations from the A.W. 30th Chronicle collection. The series aired from April 1996 as the third Alternative Series entry.

Sep 3

Metal Robot Damashii Gundam Double X Opens Preorders September 4

Bandai Spirits announced the METAL ROBOT魂 <SIDE MS> Gundam Double X from Mobile New Century Gundam X, which marks the anime's 30th anniversary. Preorders open September 4, 2026, at 16:00 on the Tamashii web store. The figure is priced at 24,200 yen and ships in February 2027.

Aug 29

Gundam X G-Controller Joins PROPLICA Line With Sound and Light Gimmicks

The G-Controller from Mobile Suit Gundam X joins the PROPLICA line. The key device reproduces buttons and expansion gimmicks, and carries three modes. Around 100 newly recorded lines from Garrod, Tiffa, and Jamil sync with built-in sound and light effects. Pre-orders open August 28, 2026 on Premium Bandai's Tamashii Web Shop, with shipment scheduled for February 2027.

Aug 29

Gundam X FLASH Sequel Begins in Gundam Ace October Issue

The October 2026 issue of Gundam Ace, on sale August 26, opens with Mobile New Century Gundam X FLASH, a completely new work by Koichi Tokita that continues the story from NEXT PROLOGUE. The issue also carries a Gundam X 30th anniversary feature with cast interviews and a look back at the series.

Aug 28

Hololive IF Series Adds Gundam Prize Figures With Houshou Marine and Usada Pekora

BANDAI SPIRITS has announced the productization of two new prize figures in the hololive IF series, which imagines various situations for Hololive members. The first colored prototypes of the figures were revealed on August 27, 2026, via the Banpresto Brand X account. The lineup pairs Houshou Marine with the Crossbone Gundam X1 and Usada Pekora with the Unicorn Gundam, both in a Nui Armor (Plush Armor) style. Despite the cute chibi proportions, the designs retain distinctive elements such as head decorations and costumes. Both prize figures are scheduled to appear in crane games nationwide in February 2027. The announcement came with the hashtag hololive IF and the Gundam collaboration tag, and the copyright notice lists both Sunrise and COVER. The figures are part of the Banpresto Brand, a label under BANDAI SPIRITS, and the reveal marks the first time colored prototypes have been shown for this collaboration.

Aug 27

After War Gundam X G Controller and Gundam Double X Figure Announced

Bandai announced on August 24 during the 30th anniversary program for "After War Gundam X," titled "What Happens After the After War? [August Issue]," the productization of the "PROPLICA G Controller" and the "METAL ROBOT魂 Gundam Double X." The G Controller, the device used to activate Gundams in the series, is being made under the adult role-play toy brand PROPLICA. It features three modes: "Story Mode," "Pilot Mode," and "Satellite System Mode," with newly recorded dialogue and BGM presented through light, sound, and vibration. A dedicated base for use with Pilot Mode is also included. In Satellite System Mode, the energy charge sequence is recreated. The "PROPLICA G Controller" will be available for pre-order starting August 28 at 16:00 on the "Tamashii Web Shop" within Premium Bandai. It is priced at 20,350 yen (tax included) and is scheduled for shipment in February 2027. Alongside the G Controller, the METAL ROBOT魂 version of the "Gundam Double X" has also been confirmed, with a painted prototype shown during the program. Details on specifications and release timing will be announced at a later date.

Aug 27

Gundam x Hololive Collaboration Figures and Kaitai Shouki Gundam Mk-II Open Reservations

Bandai Spirits opened reservations on August 27, 2026 for several new items in its Tamashii Nations figure lines, including two METAL ROBOT Soul figures from the Gundam x hololive production collaboration. The METAL ROBOT Soul <SIDE MS> Nu Gundam [Sakura Miko Ver.] is priced at 24,200 yen, and the Sazabi [Hoshimachi Suisei Ver.] at 28,600 yen, both shipping in January 2027. Reservations for the Nu Gundam began at 16:00 and for the Sazabi at 17:00 on August 27. The figures feature special coloring based on the VTubers' image colors, dedicated bases, and collaboration markings. The company also opened reservations for the METAL STRUCTURE Kaitai Shouki RX-178 Gundam Mk-II (AEUG Specification), a 310mm figure priced at 137,500 yen, also shipping in January 2027. The Kaitai Shouki figure includes LED gimmicks and three armor deployment forms. These items were displayed at the Bandai / BANDAI SPIRITS booth at TOKYO TOY SHOW 2026, alongside other collaboration figures including RG RX-78-2 Gundam Ver.2.0 [HOLOLIVE PRODUCTION Ver.] and RG Crossbone Gundam X1 [Houshou Marine Ver.].

Aug 21

Gundam X FLASH Manga Begins in Gundam Ace, Record Compilation Covers Revealed

Koichi Tokita's sequel spin-off manga Mobile New Century Gundam X FLASH starts serialization in the October 2026 issue of Monthly Gundam Ace, out August 26. Newly drawn cover illustrations for Mobile New Century Gundam X Record Compilation A.W. 30th Chronicle were revealed: a DREAMS cover by character designer Nobuyoshi Nishimura and a Resolution cover by mechanical designer Kunio Okawara. The compilation releases January 2027.

Aug 18

Gundam X 30th Anniversary Set Pairs Gundam DX With G-Falcon

Bandai will release a 30th anniversary set for Mobile New Century Gundam X under its FW GUNDAM CONVERGE CORE brand. The set includes the Gundam DX and G-Falcon, which can combine, plus toy-original weapons. Pre-orders open August 18, 2026 on Premium Bandai, with shipping planned for January 2027.

Aug 16

After War Gundam X's Gundam Leopard Gets HG Gunpla Lottery Sale

Bandai's Premium Bandai online store is accepting lottery orders for the HG 1/144 Gundam Leopard from After War Gundam X. The kit costs 2,420 yen including tax and ships in September 2026. It reproduces the inner arm gatling's transformation and combination with the left arm, plus other gimmicks.

Aug 11

After War Gundam X 30th Anniversary Ink-Brush T-Shirts Go on Sale

To mark the 30th anniversary of the After War Gundam X TV anime, two ink-brush style T-shirts featuring the Gundam X and Gundam Virsago mobile suits are now available for preorder on Premium Bandai. Each shirt costs 6,600 yen and comes in sizes M through XXL.

Aug 8

HG 1/144 Gundam Leopard From After War Gundam X Releases August 8

Bandai Spirits releases the HG 1/144 Gundam Leopard from After War Gundam X on August 8, 2026. The kit reproduces the inner arm gatling's combination and storage gimmick with the left arm, plus opening and closing features for the breast gatling, shoulder missiles, and knee hornet missiles. It includes a separate missile pod, beam knife, and seal for 2,420 yen.

Aug 8

Gundam X and Virsago Get Brush-Stroke T-Shirts at STRICT-G

STRICT-G JAPAN is releasing two T-shirts featuring the Gundam X and Gundam Virsago mobile suits from 'After War Gundam X' in a brush-stroke style. The shirts commemorate the 30th anniversary of the series' broadcast start. Pre-orders open on Premium Bandai on July 31, 2026, with general store release on August 1.

Jul 10

STRICT-G and Historic Fan Maker Release Gundam, ZZ, and X Fans

STRICT-G, the Gundam apparel brand, has partnered with Nishikawa Shōroku Shōten, a fan maker founded in 1585, to release four collaboration fans. Two color fans feature Mobile Suit Gundam's Gundam and Char's Zaku II, while two active fans commemorate the 40th anniversary of Mobile Suit Gundam ZZ and the 30th of After War Gundam X. Pre-orders open July 10 on Premium Bandai, with in-store sales starting July 18 and August 1.

Jun 20

Mobile Suit Gundam X Gets 30th Anniversary Book and Blu-ray Reissue

Bandai Namco Filmworks announced a two-volume book, 'Mobile New Century Gundam X: Complete Record A.W. 30th Chronicle,' releasing January 26, 2027, and an encore press of the 2018 Blu-ray Memorial Box, releasing March 26, 2027. Both products open for orders on June 20.

Jun 18

After War Gundam X Gets 30th Anniversary Apparel at STRICT-G

STRICT-G is releasing T-shirts, a tote bag, and a glass for the 30th anniversary of After War Gundam X. The items feature an icon-style motif combining Gundam X Divider and the letter X, with the anniversary logo. Pre-orders open June 18, 2026, and general sale starts June 27.

May 29

Scriptwriter Hiroyuki Kawasaki Dies at 60

Scriptwriter Hiroyuki Kawasaki died on January 23, fellow screenwriter Takao Koyama announced on X/Twitter on Thursday. Kawasaki was 60. He was born on November 17, 1965. Koyama, who founded the screenwriter training group Brazaanoppo in 1988, noted that Kawasaki was among its first members and called him "one of the most prolific screenwriters among the Noppo members." Brazaanoppo disbanded in 2016, and some of its members later joined Kawasaki's own group, Hiroyuki Kawasaki's Screenwriting and Research. Kawasaki wrote scripts and series compositions for numerous anime, including Blade of the Immortal, Ryoko's Case File, Silent Möbius, After War Gundam X, Sakura Wars, and Shinkon Gattai Godannar. He also co-wrote the Love Hina light novel. Animation director Masami Obari posted a tribute on X, saying he was "greatly indebted" to Kawasaki for Platinumhugen Ordian.