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Valkyrie
The Valkyrie name is active across three separate products: a limited-edition racing simulator tied to the Aston Martin Valkyrie Le Mans entry, a re-release of Macross VF-1J Valkyrie model kits, and a 40th-anniversary push for the Namco game The Adventure of Valkyrie as part of Bandai Namco's NAMCO LEGENDARY 2026 project.
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Jun 10
Aston Martin and Curv Racing Simulators announced the AMR-C01-R Hypercar Edition, a racing simulator commemorating the Aston Martin Valkyrie's entry in the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Limited to 24 units worldwide, it costs 58,750 euros (about 10.9 million yen) and features race colors inspired by cars #007 and #009, a 49-inch curved display, and a custom steering wheel. Orders are open.
Separately, Wave is re-releasing the 1/100 scale VF-1J Valkyrie plastic model kits from Super Dimension Fortress Macross in Fighter and Battroid modes. The kits are now Multiplex specifications that let builders choose Hikaru, Max, or Milia's unit via included marking decals. The Fighter kit ships in late October 2026, the Battroid in late September 2026, each priced at 4,950 yen.
Bandai Namco Entertainment launched the NAMCO LEGENDARY 2026 project on June 1, centering on five anniversary titles including The Adventure of Valkyrie, which marks its 40th anniversary. The project includes a pop-up shop, a demo of the 3D puzzle game Namco Legendary Mountains, a plug-and-play gun controller, and merchandise such as the second wave of Classic Game Blankets featuring designs from The Adventure of Valkyrie, releasing September 16 at 3,300 yen each.
Key facts
- Aston Martin Valkyrie simulator price
- 58,750 euros (about 10.9 million yen) ↗
- Aston Martin Valkyrie simulator production limit
- 24 units worldwide ↗
- Macross VF-1J Valkyrie kit re-release modes
- Fighter and Battroid modes ↗
- Macross VF-1J Valkyrie kit price
- 4,950 yen each ↗
- The Adventure of Valkyrie anniversary
- 40th anniversary in 2026 ↗
- The Adventure of Valkyrie merchandise
- Classic Game Blanket design releasing September 16 at 3,300 yen ↗
Timeline
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Sep 8
The third Steam Anime Game Festival opened September 8 on Steam, organized by Neverland Entertainment and running through September 14. More than 600 anime-style games take part. Discounted titles include Naki Sakebu Gan, Enki, and Mahou Shoujo no Majo Saiban. Demos and playtests cover Creator Chronicle, Yousai Eiyuuden, Ensei Guild, Valkyrie Iteration: Pocket Raising Sim Shoujo Mecha Pilot Hen, and Seimei! Uchuu! Restaurant!. Indie picks include Shinbansha Shepherd, Jigoku Fukuu Till Hell Is Empty, Yuusha Party wa Zenmetsu Shimashita, and Sleepover.
Sep 3
Hasegawa will re-release three 1/72 scale VF-1J Battroid plastic model kits between November and December 2026. The lineup includes the Armored Valkyrie, the Armored Valkyrie "Operation Bulls-Eye Part 2," and the Super Battroid Valkyrie "Milia." Each kit features Hideki Tenjin package art and specific decals.
Sep 2
Bandai Spirits has announced the Origin of Valkyrie VF-1S Valkyrie Roy Focker Special + Super Pack Set 45th Anniv. Preorders open September 1 at general retail, with release planned for March 2027 at 19,800 yen. It is the second entry in the revived line, following the VF-1J Valkyrie 45th Anniv. that began preorders August 3.
Aug 29
Bandai Spirits will release the Origin of Valkyrie VF-1S Valkyrie Roy Focker Special + Super Pack Set 45th Anniv. in March 2027. Pre-orders open September 1. The set includes the Super Pack bonus part, new leg roll axes, and added head articulation. It follows the VF-1J 45th Anniv. set.
Aug 29
BANDAI SPIRITS announced the VF-1S Valkyrie Roy Focker Special + Super Pack Set 45th Anniv. action figure for The Super Dimension Fortress Macross. Preorders open at general retail stores on September 1, 2026. The 250mm figure includes a detachable Super Pack, a new head gimmick, and a replaceable canopy cover. Price is 19,800 yen, release in March 2027.
Aug 18
TERNOX has released a trial version of Valkyrie Iteration: Pocket Training Sim - Girl Mech Pilot Edition on PC, alongside a new trailer. The simulation adventure game has players manage the daily life and training of pilot Rana ahead of a final battle against alien Phantoms. The full game is scheduled for release within 2026 and supports Japanese display.
Aug 11
Game Spark's roundup of the most-read bishoujo game articles from late June 2026 places qureate's deck-building roguelite Tokyo Valkyrie third. The game, available on PC via Steam and Nintendo Switch for 2,980 yen, features characters who draw cursed swords to unlock their full potential. The roundup also covers miHoYo's BSide: Olivia Lin and a 10-yen sale for Maitetsu.
Aug 9
Bandai Spirits opens preorders for the VF-1J Valkyrie 45th Anniv., a Macross 45th anniversary item shipping January 2027. The figure retains the original silhouette while adding head articulation, axis joints in the legs, a spring-loaded landing gear gimmick, and a new leg lock mechanism. It costs 17,600 yen.
Aug 4
Good Smile Company announced on August 4, 2026 that the sci-fi novel game Valkyrie Tune: The Girl with Mechanical Eyes will receive a Nintendo Switch version, with the release timing still undecided. The game, produced by Akihiro Ishihara, former general director of the THE iDOLM@STER series, and developed by Front Wing, is currently available on Steam. The announcement accompanied the release of the game's original soundtrack on Steam, which began distribution on August 3. The soundtrack contains 36 tracks, including in-game BGM, the theme song "song of birth" performed by Asami Imai, the insert song "Mirai e no Zangai" performed by Karin Isobe, and character songs for Lisa, Iris, and Erika. It is priced at 2,050 yen and can be purchased by those who do not own the main game. The approximately 10-hour story is set in the dome city Initium, where only women exist. The protagonist Rei, who has lost his memory, lives with six girls called TUNED who wield armed instruments known as Harmonic Weapons, while approaching the truth of the world. The game features full voice acting from a cast including Karin Isobe, Hitomi Owada, Shiori Izawa, Misato Matsuoka, Sumire Uesaka, Hikaru Tohno, and Rina Sato.
Jul 9
qureate opened its own online shop on July 9, 2026, to commemorate surpassing 100 original heroines with the release of Tokyo Valkyries. The first products are Tokyo Valkyries merchandise including acrylic stands, can badges, keychains, panels, and tapestries. A purchase campaign offers special cards based on order amount through July 31.
Jun 27
Qureate released a promotional video for its deck-building roguelite Tokyo Valkyrie on June 26, 2026. The game launches July 9 on PC via Steam and Nintendo Switch for 2,980 yen. Players build decks and pull out evil swords to empower characters. Pre-orders for the Switch version are open with a 10% discount.
Jun 27
Wave is reissuing the 1/100 scale VF-1J Valkyrie plastic model kits from "Super Dimension Fortress Macross" in Fighter and Battroid modes. The new Multiplex specification includes marking decals for Hikaru, Max, or Milia's units. Preorders are open at Rakuten Books at 4,435 yen each.
Jun 18
Qureate revealed the main visual and three new characters for the deck-building roguelite Tokyo Valkyries on June 18. Pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch version began the same day on the eShop. The game launches July 9 on Switch and PC for 2,980 yen.
Jun 18
Qureate has revealed three new companions for its upcoming deck-building roguelite Tokyo Valkyrie, launching July 9 on Nintendo Switch and Steam. The characters include a two-faced maid, a controversial former pro gamer streamer, and a doctor with maternal healing. Pre-orders opened June 18 with a 10% discount.
Jun 11
Max Factory has begun accepting orders for the PLAMAX PX-20 VF-1J Super Fighter Valkyrie Max & Milia Galaxy Strongest Set, a 1/72 scale plastic model kit of the VF-1J Fighter Valkyrie piloted by Maximilian Jenius and Milia Fallyna Jenius from Super Dimension Fortress Macross. The set includes the Super Pack, reaction missiles, seated pilot figures in extra-atmospheric suits, and a bonus decal folder for Good Smile Company orders. The kit is priced at 11,000 yen, with orders open until July 22 and shipping scheduled for December 2026.
Jun 11
Qureate announced a July 9 release date for Tokyo Valkyrie, a deck-building roguelite for Nintendo Switch and Steam priced at 2,980 yen. The game follows college students who fight an otherworldly threat in Tokyo by night. The CERO D rating indicates content suitable for ages 17 and up.
Jun 10
Aston Martin and Curv Racing Simulators have announced the AMR-C01-R Hypercar Edition, a limited edition racing simulator commemorating the Aston Martin Valkyrie's entry in the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Limited to 24 units worldwide, the simulator costs 58,750 euros (about 10.9 million yen) and features race colors inspired by cars #007 and #009, a 49-inch curved display, and a custom steering wheel. Orders are now open.
Jun 8
Dengeki Hobby Web reports that Wave is re-releasing the 1/100 scale VF-1J Valkyrie plastic model kits from Super Dimension Fortress Macross in Fighter and Battroid modes, now as Multiplex specifications that let builders choose Hikaru, Max, or Milia's unit via included marking decals. The Fighter kit ships in late October 2026, the Battroid in late September 2026, each priced at 4,950 yen.
Jun 1
Bandai Namco Entertainment announced on June 1 the launch of the NAMCO LEGENDARY 2026 project, an initiative to develop content from classic Namco games. The project centers on five titles marking anniversaries this year: Galaga (45th), The Adventure of Valkyrie, Genpei Tōma Den, and Family Stadium (all 40th), and Time Crisis (30th). Alongside game releases, the project includes a pop-up shop called Namco Game Selection Summer Market at Hakuhinkan TOY PARK in Ginza, Tokyo, running from July 11 to August 6, featuring goods from Pac-Man, Dig Dug, Mappy, and others. A demo version of the 3D puzzle game Namco Legendary Mountains, developed by B-Side, is available on Steam for PC, Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo Switch, and Mac. A plug-and-play gun controller from Tassei Denki, which includes Time Crisis, Gun Bullet, Steel Gunner, and Steel Gunner 2, is also on sale. Additional merchandise includes the second wave of Classic Game Blankets from KADOKAWA Game Linkage, featuring designs from The Adventure of Valkyrie and Mappy, releasing September 16 at 3,300 yen each, as well as Galaga pins and family cassette cases. The project aims to make Namco titles more accessible to both longtime fans and new generations.