The long-awaited *Mobile Suit Gundam: GQuuuuuuX* has finally arrived for North American audiences, bringing with it an exciting new "alternate history" storyline, a uniquely challenging name to pronounce (reportedly “G-Queue-x”), and a fresh array of model kits. In IGN's review of the GQuuuuuuX theatrical release, critic Juan Barquin praised the series as “exactly the kind of inventive reimagining of Gundam we deserve.”
Notably, the credits of this new Gundam anime reveal the influence of another massive sci-fi series. *GQuuuuuuX* is directed by Kazuya Tsurumaki, known for co-directing *End of Evangelion*, and written by Yoji Enokido, the creative mind behind classics like *FLCL*, *Revolutionary Girl Utena*, *Ouran High School Host Club*, and *Bungo Stray Dogs*, as well as scripts for several episodes of *Neon Genesis Evangelion*. The series also boasts contributions from the creator of *Evangelion* himself, Hideaki Anno. With such a powerhouse team, the potential for the series is boundless.
For those eager to dive into *Mobile Suit Gundam: GQuuuuuuX* or revisit the original Gundam 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 world of the illegal mobile suit dueling sport known as Clan Battle, Amate's journey begins. You can watch this new Gundam show exclusively on Prime Video, which isn't available on Netflix or Crunchyroll. Standalone Prime Video subscriptions start at $7.99/month, but are included with Amazon Prime memberships, costing $14.99/month, which also provide Prime shipping benefits. New subscribers can enjoy a 30-day free trial.
Episode Release Dates
*Mobile Suit Gundam: GQuuuuuuX* initially premiered in Japan as a feature film comprising four episodes. Starting April 8, North American viewers can watch individual episodes every Tuesday on Prime Video. While the total number of episodes remains uncertain, the recent *Gundam: The Witch from Mercury* had 12 episodes per season. Keep an eye on this article for any updates on the episode count.
What Is GQuuuuuuX About?
Alternative histories are no stranger to the Gundam universe, but *GQuuuuuuX* offers a significant twist: the Principle of Zeon acquires the prototype Gundam instead of Amuro and the Earth Federation. 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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With Zeon gaining the ultimate advantage in the One Year War, *GQuuuuuuX* introduces unique Gundam designs. A variety of model kits and figures inspired by the new series are now available for preorder. Explore the full collection here.
Where to Watch the Original Mobile Suit Gundam Anime
### Mobile Suit Gundam
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While *GQuuuuuuX* can be enjoyed without prior Gundam knowledge, understanding the original history enhances the "alternative" narrative. You can stream the original *Mobile Suit Gundam* series, along with 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
