Gundam Kits Collection

Bandai Hobby to Reveal New Plastic Model Releases Starting August 26

noreply@blogger.com (GUNDAM KITS COLLECTION) — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 01:36:42 -0400

Bandai Hobby has announced that it will begin sharing information on its upcoming plastic model releases starting August 26, 2026.

The announcement comes through the latest HOBBY NEW ITEM INFO., which teases new products scheduled for release between January and March 2027. Bandai Hobby says the information will be revealed sequentially, offering fans a look at what is planned for the first quarter of next year.

The first batch of information is scheduled to go live on August 26, 2026.

While the announcement does not reveal which series or plastic model kits will be included, the January through March 2027 release window could potentially bring some interesting additions to Bandai's various hobby lines.

With the reveals set to begin next week, GunPla fans will not have to wait much longer to find out what Bandai Hobby has planned for early 2027.

Live-Action Gundam Movie Confirmed as Universal Century Canon by Noah Centineo

noreply@blogger.com (GUNDAM KITS COLLECTION) — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:46:10 -0400

The upcoming live-action Gundam movie will be canon to the Universal Century, according to actor Noah Centineo.

Centineo recently appeared on the Happy Sad Confused podcast with Josh Horowitz, where he shared a few details about the highly anticipated Gundam adaptation.

According to Centineo, the movie will take place within the Universal Century canon, the timeline that began with the original Mobile Suit Gundam and its conflict between the Earth Federation and the Principality of Zeon.

“It’s a big action romance space movie. It lives in the Universal Century canon of Gundam, for those who know,” Centineo said.

While he did not reveal which characters will appear, Centineo compared the story to a “non-Shakespearean Romeo And Juliet in Space.”

The confirmation that the movie will be part of the Universal Century canon is particularly interesting for Gundam fans, as the franchise has explored numerous alternate timelines over the years while continuing to return to the Universal Century.

The original Mobile Suit Gundam introduced the Universal Century through the One Year War between the Earth Federation and Zeon, with Amuro Ray becoming the pilot of the RX-78-2 Gundam.

For the live-action movie, however, it remains unclear where within the Universal Century timeline the story will take place and which characters will appear.

The film stars Sydney Sweeney and Noah Centineo, with Jim Mickle directing.

Which Gundam SEED Destiny Mobile Suit Should Be Next for HGCE?

noreply@blogger.com (GUNDAM KITS COLLECTION) — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 20:18:05 -0400

Bandai Spirits has been steadily expanding the Mobile Suit Gundam SEED DESTINY lineup with modern HG kits, and there could be plenty more to come.

Back in February 2025, Bandai announced that an existing Gundam SEED DESTINY HG kit would receive a revival with the SEED Action System. At the time, the identity of the mobile suit was kept secret.

That announcement eventually led to the HGCE Legend Gundam, which arrived in January 2026 with the SEED Action System and updated articulation.

But Bandai didn't stop with Legend Gundam.

The HG 1/144 GOUF Ignited (Heine Westenfluss Custom) was announced in February 2026 and released in July 2026. The new kit also uses the SEED Action System, with updated articulation, a sword storage and extension gimmick, and Slayer Whip effect parts.

That makes the next question even more interesting: which Gundam SEED DESTINY mobile suit is next?

There are still plenty of popular designs that could receive a modern HG treatment. Saviour Gundam would be a major choice. Chaos Gundam, Abyss Gundam and Gaia Gundam would also be exciting additions.

The Zaku Warrior and Zaku Phantom are another pair that could benefit from the SEED Action System. Their original HG releases are much older, so a modern update could make a huge difference in articulation and posing. And then there's the Wizard system, which could make these kits even more fun with modern engineering.

And the timing is pretty interesting.

The Gundam SEED title series celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2027, 25 years after the original anime premiered in Japan in October 2002.

With the HGCE lineup continuing to expand and the SEED Action System now appearing in more SEED DESTINY mobile suits, another announcement could fit perfectly into the anniversary year.

Bandai has not revealed the next Gundam SEED DESTINY mobile suit for the HGCE lineup.

So, which mobile suit should be next?

These Two Gundam 00 Mobile Suits Would Be Perfect for MGSD

noreply@blogger.com (GUNDAM KITS COLLECTION) — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:18:24 -0400

Mobile Suit Gundam 00 will celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2027, and there are plenty of ways BANDAI HOBBY could celebrate the milestone. But for GunPla fans, one idea immediately comes to mind: bringing Gundam Exia and 00 Gundam into the MGSD lineup.

The MGSD series has already shown how impressive familiar Gundam designs can look when reimagined with a completely different approach. The combination of intricate internal details, sharp proportions, dramatic articulation, and the signature SD proportions gives each release plenty of character.

Gundam Exia feels like a perfect candidate for the line. Its compact frame, GN Drive, numerous GN Condensers, and collection of GN Blades could give the MGSD treatment plenty of details to work with. The design also has a strong silhouette that could translate extremely well into the MGSD style.

Then there is 00 Gundam.

With its twin GN Drives and distinctive shoulder-mounted equipment, 00 Gundam could be an especially impressive MGSD release. The Twin Drive System would also give BANDAI HOBBY plenty of opportunities to showcase the detailed engineering that has become a major part of the MGSD lineup.

Both mobile suits have already received several GunPla versions over the years, but the MGSD line could offer something completely different. Instead of simply updating an existing kit, it could reinterpret these designs with the unique proportions and mechanical detail that make MGSD releases stand out.

The timing would also make sense. Gundam 00 reaching 20 years in 2027 would be a perfect excuse to revisit the series through GunPla, and an MGSD release would be a great way to make the anniversary feel special.

There are plenty of Gundam 00 mobile suits that fans would love to see in modern GunPla, but if I could pick just two for the MGSD lineup, Gundam Exia and 00 Gundam would be at the top of my list.

Now the question is, which one should come first?

20 Days Left: Odaiba’s Unicorn Gundam Is Nearing Its Final Day

noreply@blogger.com (GUNDAM KITS COLLECTION) — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:21:58 -0400

The countdown is officially down to 20 days.

On August 31, 2026, the life-size Unicorn Gundam statue at DiverCity Tokyo Plaza in Odaiba will conclude its nearly nine-year exhibition. With only 20 days remaining, fans have one final chance to see the iconic RX-0 in its special Ver. TWC FINAL design.

It is honestly hard to believe the countdown has reached this point. The statue was completed on September 24, 2017, and has stood in Odaiba ever since, becoming a must-visit destination for Gundam fans from Japan and around the world.

For its final appearance, the statue has received special decals designed by mechanical designer Hajime Katoki and is being presented as RX-0 Unicorn Gundam Ver. TWC FINAL. The special design will remain in place until the statue's final day on August 31.

From August 22 through August 31, the Unicorn Gundam will also feature a new nighttime presentation titled “UNICORN GUNDAM Statue ― BEYOND POSSIBILITY ―.” The special program will run at 8:00 PM during the final 10 days, alongside several other Gundam video presentations.

For anyone who has visited Odaiba over the years, seeing the Unicorn Gundam standing outside DiverCity has probably become one of those memories that feels inseparable from visiting Tokyo.

Soon, those familiar nighttime shows, transformation sequences and the massive RX-0 towering over the plaza will become memories of their own.

With just 20 days left, there is still time to see the Unicorn Gundam one more time before its final day on August 31.

Mobile Suit Gundam RG XARX-ZERO Director Reveals The AI Fears Behind The New Gundam Series

noreply@blogger.com (GUNDAM KITS COLLECTION) — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:20:39 -0400

Beneath all the giant mobile suits and wild science-fiction concepts of Mobile Suit Gundam RG XARX-ZERO is a surprisingly modern fear: what happens when humanity adopts technology that it can no longer fully control?

In a new interview with Variety, director Kenji Kamiyama discussed the ideas behind the upcoming Gundam series and revealed that the alien threat at the center of the story serves as a metaphor for humanity's increasingly complicated relationship with technology, including artificial intelligence.

“I think the question is whether we can truly master a technology we did not create ourselves, or will we end up being used by it?” Kamiyama explained. “It is a metaphor for technologies that humanity is already beginning to struggle to handle in reality, such as AI.”

That idea plays a major role in the setting of the new series.

The story follows Ray Azumi, a war orphan voiced by Takeo Otsuka, who awakens on the lunar surface before becoming the pilot of the experimental Gundam ZERO.

Decades before the events of the series, humanity was forced to leave Earth after encountering a mysterious alien object that introduced three extraordinary technologies: gravity control, faster-than-light communication and cognitive materialization.

Those discoveries would ultimately have disastrous consequences.

The technologies lead to the emergence of a hostile, self-replicating ecosystem, forcing humanity to abandon Earth and begin an entirely different era of civilization.

Rather than telling the story immediately after the catastrophe, Kamiyama wanted the characters to live in a society where humanity's exile from Earth had already become an ordinary part of life.

He felt the story would be more interesting if viewers were able to imagine what happened before the events of the series instead of having the entire history of the world explained right away.

And honestly, that feels like a very Gundam way to introduce a new timeline.

A Gundam Story Built Around Technology Humanity Cannot Fully Understand

The three alien technologies aren't simply interesting science-fiction ideas. They form the foundation of the conflict Kamiyama wanted to explore.

The director discussed the challenge of figuring out what these technologies actually meant, what happened to Earth, what the hostile ecosystem was, and how humanity eventually created a mobile suit capable of fighting it.

Kamiyama also worked with novelist Toh EnJoe, who served as the project's science-fiction setting supervisor, to develop the concepts behind the new world.

That includes some seriously ambitious ideas involving gravity, faster-than-light communication and cognitive materialization.

So yes, we're getting Gundam, but we're also getting a pretty serious dose of science-fiction to think about.

RG XARX-ZERO And Gundam Rogue Orbit Are Connected

One of the most interesting details from the interview is the connection between Mobile Suit Gundam RG XARX-ZERO and Gundam Rogue Orbit.

According to Kamiyama, the project originally began with the game.

The game did not initially have a fully established setting, so Kamiyama began developing the world by asking a very Gundam question:

What does Gundam fight?

That question eventually led him to develop the history of the world, the alien threat, the creatures humanity would encounter and the circumstances that would eventually result in the development of Gundam ZERO.

The gameplay itself was handled by the game's development team. Kamiyama explained that games have their own strengths, especially the enjoyment that comes from gameplay and controls, while his focus was on constructing the larger world and its story.

That helps explain why RG XARX-ZERO feels like more than a straightforward anime adaptation of Gundam Rogue Orbit.

The two projects are being developed as parts of a much larger story.

Kamiyama revealed that the timeline he developed stretches at least 50 years before the events of RG XARX-ZERO, while also reaching toward a possible future connected to the game 100 years later.

That's a pretty massive playground for a brand-new Gundam timeline.

Why Create Another Gundam Timeline?

Kamiyama has worked on major franchises including Ghost in the Shell, Ultraman, The Lord of the Rings and Star Wars. Working with those franchises also means dealing with fanbases that already have strong expectations.

His approach is to introduce his own ideas while respecting what fans already expect from those worlds.

For Gundam, that meant finding a balance between familiar elements and something genuinely new.

“I try to prepare surprises while taking the utmost care not to stray from that consensus,” Kamiyama said.

He also views the anti-war theme as something universal, capable of remaining relevant even as the nature of warfare changes.

That feels especially fitting for Gundam.

Kamiyama believes the way wars are fought can change from one era to another, while the unease surrounding conflicts happening today can still influence how stories about war are told.

That also gave him an opportunity to create a new Gundam setting without being tied to the Universal Century or another established timeline.

A New Gundam With A Very Different Question

What makes Mobile Suit Gundam RG XARX-ZERO particularly interesting is that its central conflict doesn't appear to be simply about humanity fighting an enemy with superior technology.

Instead, it asks whether humanity can truly control the technology it discovers.

And when that technology is something humanity never created in the first place, the situation becomes even more complicated.

With Gundam ZERO, Ray Azumi, the mysterious alien technologies and the events that eventually lead into Gundam Rogue Orbit, Kamiyama is creating a new Gundam universe that could stretch across generations.

For a franchise that has spent decades exploring war, humanity and technology, that feels like a fitting direction for its next major chapter.

Mobile Suit Gundam RG XARX-ZERO is scheduled to launch in 2027, with animation produced by Sola Animation and production by Bandai Namco Filmworks.

SOURCE: VARIETY

RG 1/144 MSN-04FF Sazabi (Gundam SIDE-F ver.) - Release Info

noreply@blogger.com (GUNDAM KITS COLLECTION) — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:19:48 -0400

RG 1/144 MSN-04FF Sazabi (Gundam SIDE-F ver.) [USA REISSUE]

Release: September 2026
Price: US$107.00

INITIAL RELEASE

Release Date: April 22, 2023

Price: 8,580 Yen

PRE-ORDER HERE

The RG 1/144 MSN-04FF Sazabi returns for another release, giving GunPla fans another chance to pick up the Gundam SIDE-F exclusive version of Char's iconic mobile suit.

Originally released in April 2023, the special Sazabi was created to celebrate the 1st anniversary of the Gundam SIDE-F facility in Fukuoka. The mobile suit appeared in the special production video featuring the life-size RX-93ff ν Gundam, and Bandai Spirits recreated its unique equipment in Real Grade form.

The biggest feature of this version is the massive Double Horn Funnel, which replaces the standard Sazabi's usual backpack configuration. The large weapon can be detached from the backpack and configured as a pair of giant beam saber weapons or beam cannons, with dedicated effect parts included in the kit.

Match this kit with the RG 1/144 RX-93FF nu Gundam.

An Action Base 5 is also included, allowing builders to display the Sazabi together with the Double Horn Funnel in various configurations. The kit features newly designed Realistic Decals and molding colors based on the MSN-04FF Sazabi seen in the SIDE-F production video.

The kit can also be displayed alongside the RG 1/144 RX-93ff ν Gundam, recreating the two mobile suits featured at Gundam SIDE-F.

The Gundam Side-F in Fukuoka has released a celebratory poster commemorating the 1st anniversary event that will be happening on April 22nd, 2023. The image feature both RX-93ff nu Gundam and MSN-04FF Sazabi.

RG 1/144 FREEDOM GUNDAM Ver.GCP - Release info

noreply@blogger.com (GUNDAM KITS COLLECTION) — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:34:37 -0400

RG 1/144 FREEDOM GUNDAM Ver.GCP

The Gundam Base Limited

Release: September 2026

Price: US$50.00

INITIAL RELEASE

July 2, 2022: Shanghai debut, 299 yuan

December 2, 2023: Gundam Base Japan release, 3,850 yen

PRE-ORDER HERE

The RG 1/144 THE GUNDAM BASE LIMITED ZGMF-X10A FREEDOM GUNDAM Ver.GCP is heading to U.S. Premium Bandai this September.

The special Ver.GCP edition is based on the life-size Freedom Gundam statue in Shanghai, China, which officially opened at Mitsui Shopping Park LaLaport Shanghai Jinqiao in May 2021 as part of the Gundam China Project. Bandai developed the GunPla with newly molded parts and details inspired by the massive statue.

The kit features revisions to the original Real Grade Freedom Gundam, including changes to its proportions and several exterior parts. The rail cannons also feature a color treatment based on the Shanghai statue.

Special parts are included to recreate the distinctive pose of the life-size Freedom Gundam. Support parts help hold the large wing binders in position, while dedicated hand parts allow builders to achieve a more accurate recreation of the statue’s stance.

The kit also includes realistic marking decals inspired by the markings seen on the Shanghai statue, along with the Freedom Gundam’s standard equipment, including its beam rifle, beam sabers, and shield.

Originally released in Shanghai in 2022 before receiving a release through The Gundam Base Japan in 2023, the RG Freedom Gundam Ver.GCP is now headed to U.S. Premium Bandai.

The kit is priced at US$50.00 and is scheduled to ship in September 2026.

Pre-orders opened on August 11, 2026 at 8:00 PM EDT and will close on August 24, 2026 at 2:59 AM EDT.

For collectors who missed the original release, this U.S. Premium Bandai reissue is another chance to add the Shanghai-inspired Freedom Gundam to their collection.

P-Bandai: HGUC 1/144 MS-14J ReGelgu [Unicorn Ver.] [REISSUE] - Release Info

noreply@blogger.com (GKC) — Sun, 9 Aug 2026 19:19:50 -0400

P-Bandai: HGUC 1/144 MS-14J ReGelgu [Unicorn Ver.] [REISSUE]
Release Date: July 2026 [3rd Batch Release: October 2026]
Price: 2,750 yen

INITIAL RELEASE

Release Date: March 2019
Price: 2,376 yen

Premium Bandai has announced the release of a new addition to its High Grade Universal Century (HGUC) model kit lineup: the 1/144 scale ReGelgu in its iconic Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn colors, complete with Sleeves faction parts and equipment. This release marks a significant addition for Gundam model enthusiasts and fans of the Gundam Unicorn series, offering a unique take on the ReGelgu.

The ReGelgu, which is renowned for its menacing appearance in combat, is now available to GunPla builders in a special "Sleeves" specification, which alludes to the unique decorative style connected to the Sleeves faction in "Mobile Suit Gundam UC". In addition to being a color variation, this ReGelgu model features new modeling that faithfully captures the distinctive "sleeve" characteristics found on the forearms of the mobile suit. The color palette is another area where attention to detail is evident; the kit's molded components faithfully replicate the mobile suit's OVA-accurate color scheme.

The forces of the Principality of Zeon, which had withdrawn to the Axis, were not ready to give up on the revolution that the Zabi family had launched. Instead, they started making plans to resume the fight. Axis researchers exploited their limited resources and current mobile suit force to build more advanced versions of their existing technology, knowing that the Earth Federation would continue to develop mobile suit technology.

Accessories

Forearm "Sleeves": The new model kit features exquisitely detailed "sleeves" on the forearm sections, a hallmark of the Sleeves faction's mobile suits. Modelers will appreciate the inclusion of foil stickers designed to replicate the intricate coloring seen in the Gundam Unicorn series.

Body Color: The ReGelgu's striking main body color, a mix of purple and dark blue, is faithfully reproduced using colored molding, ensuring a visually striking appearance straight out of the box.

Arsenal of Weapons: True to its depiction in Gundam Unicorn, the Sleeves specification ReGelgu kit includes a range of newly modeled weapons. These include a beam machine gun designed for the Geara Doga, a beam naginata for close combat, and a dedicated beam rifle. Additionally, a new left gun holder is included, allowing modelers to recreate the mobile suit's armed appearance as seen in the series.

MS-14J ReGelgu

At the close of the One Year War, the MS-14A Gelgoog was one of Zeon's most advanced mobile suits. The Gelgoogs were modified into the MS-14J ReGelgu, a more powerful and quicker mobile suit that served as part of Axis' core mobile suit army for years until the AMX-003 Gaza-C became available for mass manufacture. Many units were also employed as training tools for young Zeon pilots.

Axis Zeon fielded several sophisticated mobile suits during the First Neo Zeon War, but due to their inferior resources to those of the Earth Federation, they were forced to field any mobile suit that was available, including antiquated devices like the ReGelgu. Neo Zeon Ace Illia Pazom flew one such unit. Several ReGelgus survived in U.C. 0096 and were utilized by the Sleeves, the Neo Zeon remnants, during the Laplace Incident. The ReGelgus from the Sleeves would receive a fresh color scheme and the characteristic marks seen on several of the Sleeves' mobile suits. Conroy Haagensen, the ECOAS field commander, used a Mega Bazooka Launcher to destroy one such unit.

P-Bandai: HGUC 1/144 Gelgoog (Unicorn Ver.) [REISSUE] - Release Info

noreply@blogger.com (GUNDAM KITS COLLECTION) — Sun, 9 Aug 2026 19:14:48 -0400

P-Bandai: HGUC 1/144 Gelgoog (Unicorn Ver.) [REISSUE]
Release Date: October 2026

Price: 2,090 yen

INITIAL RELEASE

Release Date: May 2017
Price: 1,836 yen

Premium Bandai has revealed the HGUC Gelgoog from Mobile Suit Gundam UC, the Neo Zeon mobile suit that launched its attack on the Nahel Argama during its journey to Megallanica. This updated release brings a refined look and new additions that give the classic design a stronger presence on the shelf.

P-Bandai: HGUC 1/144 Gelgoog (Unicorn Ver.)

The Gelgoog’s signature “Sleeves” engravings have been reworked using modern molding techniques, delivering sharper detail that closely matches its on-screen appearance. It also comes equipped with a newly designed beam machine gun, expanding its loadout and giving the kit a more distinct identity.

For added accuracy, foil stickers are included to recreate the Neo Zeon markings seen in the film, enhancing the overall finish with crisp, precise detailing.

ACCESSORIES

Beam Machine Gun
Beam Naginata
Beam Rifle
Shield

P-Bandai: HG 1/144 gMS-01 Gelgoog (GQ) Standard Colors - Release Info

noreply@blogger.com (GUNDAM KITS COLLECTION) — Sun, 9 Aug 2026 19:13:32 -0400

P-Bandai: HG 1/144 gMS-01 Gelgoog (GQ) Standard Colors

Release Date: May 2026 [3rd Batch Release: September 2026]

Price: 2,420 yen

The iconic green Gelgoog (GQ) finally joins the HG Gunpla lineup, bringing its distinctive color scheme and a fresh set of model‑exclusive features. This long‑awaited release captures the presence of Zeon’s late‑war high‑performance mobile suit with modern articulation and detail.

Enhanced Mobility for Expressive Posing

Highly movable head unit for sharper expressions
Flexible torso, chest, and shoulder joints that support wide, dynamic stances
Beam saber grips support effect parts for action‑ready displays
Waist joints allow weapon mounting for clean loadout presentation

Model‑Exclusive Gimmicks

Includes special hand parts and lead wires
Wire‑ejection gimmick recreates the Gelgoog’s expanded tactical options

Developed as Zeon’s next mainline mobile suit after the Zaku, the Gelgoog represents a major technological leap. Built using data reverse‑engineered from the RX‑78‑02 Gundam, it became the first Zeon‑designed machine capable of wielding beam weaponry. Its performance was considered superior to the Federation’s RGM‑79 Light‑Type Guncannon, marking a turning point in late‑war mobile suit development.

Included Armaments

Beam spray gun ×2
Beam saber

Accessories

Hand parts set
Joint set
Lead wire

note: The promotional image is a deliberate homage to the classic HGUC 1/144 Gelgoog / Gelgoog Cannon box art, echoing its iconic composition and nostalgic style.

ENTRY GRADE 1/144 RX-93 nu Gundam [Ukiyo-E package ver.] - Release Info

noreply@blogger.com (GUNDAM KITS COLLECTION) — Sat, 8 Aug 2026 20:26:48 -0400

ENTRY GRADE 1/144 RX-93 nu Gundam [Ukiyo-E package ver.]
Release Date: August 2026
Price: 1,760 yen

Bandai Spirits is giving the Nu Gundam a distinctly Japanese twist with the ENTRY GRADE 1/144 Nu Gundam [Ukiyo-e Package Ver.], an event-exclusive GunPla arriving in August 2026 for 1,760 yen.

The release joins the three limited-edition ENTRY GRADE Ukiyo-e Package Ver. kits being offered through regular retail channels, featuring the RX-78-2 Gundam, Strike Gundam, and Wing Gundam.

The Nu Gundam gets its own unique ukiyo-e artwork, placing Amuro Ray's mobile suit against a traditional Japanese landscape featuring Mount Fuji, birds, mountains, and other elements inspired by Edo-period woodblock prints.

The kit itself also gets a special ukiyo-e touch. Ukiyo-e-style stickers are included for the Nu Gundam's shield, giving it a traditional Japanese pattern when applied. The kit also comes with marking stickers featuring the RX-93 model number and additional highlights for the mobile suit.

P-Bandai: RG 1/144 GAT-X105 Strike Gundam (Deactive Mode) [REISSUE] - Release Info

noreply@blogger.com (GKC) — Thu, 6 Aug 2026 20:08:11 -0400

P-Bandai: RG 1/144 GAT-X105 Strike Gundam (Deactive Mode) [REISSUE]
Release Date: May 2026 [2nd Batch Release: October 2026]
Price: 2,530 Yen

INITIAL RELEASE
Release Date: January 2012
Price: 2,160 Yen

From Mobile Suit Gundam SEED, the Strike Gundam appears in the Real Grade lineup in its Deactive Mode, available through Premium Bandai.

This version recreates the mobile suit’s Phase Shift–down color scheme using molded parts, capturing the subdued look seen when the armor is powered down.

By combining it with the Launcher Pack or Sword Pack from the RG Skygrasper [Launcher/Sword Pack] (sold separately), builders can recreate memorable scenes from the series.

Piloted by Kira Yamato and later Mu La Flaga, the Strike Gundam is the most versatile unit of the Earth Alliance’s G Project. Its Striker Pack system allows it to adapt to different combat roles, including high mobility, long-range assault, and close combat. The packs also provide additional battery power to extend operating time.

ACCESSORIES

Beam Rifle
Gundam Shield

P-Bandai: RG 1/144 Justice Gundam (Deactive Mode) [REISSUE] - Release Info

noreply@blogger.com (GKC) — Thu, 6 Aug 2026 20:06:51 -0400

P-Bandai: RG 1/144 Justice Gundam (Deactive Mode) [REISSUE]
Release Date: June 2026 [2nd Batch Release: October 2026]
Price: 3,080 yen

INITIAL RELEASE
Release Date: September 2012
Price: 2,700 Yen

From Mobile Suit Gundam SEED, the Justice Gundam joins the Real Grade lineup in its distinctive Deactive Mode.

The kit recreates the mobile suit’s Phase Shift–down color scheme using molded plastic parts, capturing the subdued look seen when its armor is powered down. As part of the Real Grade lineup, it features precise color separation and detailed mechanical design in 1/144 scale. Realistic decals are included to enhance the finished model and add extra detail across the armor.

Piloted by Athrun Zala, the Justice Gundam was developed by ZAFT as an assault-type mobile suit designed to operate alongside the Freedom Gundam. One of its defining features is the Fatum-00 unit mounted on its back. This unit functions as the main thruster system, providing exceptional speed and maneuverability when deployed horizontally in High Mobility Aerial Tactics mode. It also enables atmospheric flight and can operate independently as a support unit equipped with its own weapons.

The Justice Gundam’s armament includes beam sabers, beam boomerangs, and a beam rifle, along with head-mounted CIWS guns for close defense. While its firepower is more straightforward than some of its counterparts, the Justice excels in mobility and tactical flexibility thanks to the Fatum-00 system. It can also dock with the METEOR support unit for increased speed and firepower during large-scale battles.

Like the other ZAFT Gundam units of its era, the Justice Gundam is equipped with Phase Shift Armor and powered by a nuclear reactor through the Neutron Jammer Canceller, allowing for extended combat endurance.

ACCESSORIES

Beam Saber
Beam Rifle
Beam Boomerang

P-Bandai: RG 1/144 Strike Freedom Gundam (Deactive mode) [REISSUE] - Release Info

noreply@blogger.com (GKC) — Thu, 6 Aug 2026 20:04:06 -0400

P-Bandai: RG 1/144 Strike Freedom Gundam (Deactive mode) [REISSUE]
Release Date: June 2026 [2nd Batch Release: September 2026]
Price: 3,850 yen

INITIAL RELEASE
Release Date: March 2014
Price: 3,240 yen

This exclusive kit recreates the Strike Freedom Gundam in its deactivated state, featuring a subdued color scheme that reflects its appearance before activation. It also includes a matte silver plated inner frame for its backpack.

Built on the same highly detailed Real Grade design, the kit offers a fully articulated inner frame, intricate panel lining, and a wide range of accessories. It includes the Super DRAGOON wing unit, beam rifles, beam sabers, shield, and a display stand adapter for dynamic aerial poses.

The Strike Freedom Gundam was custom tuned for Kira Yamato, placing a strong focus on speed, agility, and overwhelming firepower. Powered by the Hyper-Deuterion Engine, it carries an extensive arsenal that includes beam rifles, railguns, beam sabers, Super DRAGOON pods, beam shields, and a powerful Full Burst Mode capable of engaging multiple targets at once. Rather than relying on heavy armor, the mobile suit features a flexible Variable Phase Shift Armor design and advanced propulsion systems, including the HiMAT wings and Voiture Lumiere, allowing it to achieve exceptional mobility in both space and atmospheric combat. Designed to complement Kira's extraordinary piloting skills, the Strike Freedom remains one of the most powerful and recognizable mobile suits in the Cosmic Era.

P-Bandai: HGAW 1/144 Gundam Airmaster Burst [REISSUE] - Release Info

noreply@blogger.com (GKC) — Thu, 6 Aug 2026 19:55:39 -0400

P-Bandai: HGAW 1/144 Gundam Airmaster Burst [REISSUE]
Release Date: August 2026 [3rd Batch Release: March 2027]
Price: 2,750 yen

INITIAL RELEASE

Release Date: October 2020

Price: 2,420 yen

Celebrating 30 years of After War Gundam X

The high speed transformable mobile suit from After War Gundam X finally arrives in the High Grade series. The Gundam Airmaster Burst makes its long awaited debut with newly created parts that bring its upgraded form to life with modern detail and engineering.

This kit features a completely redesigned backpack that offers a major improvement over the original Airmaster equipment. The new parts provide excellent color separation that highlights the signature blue and yellow accents of the Airmaster Burst. The backpack is packed with articulation and mechanical gimmicks that allow modelers to display the suit in a wide variety of dynamic configurations.

Transformation into Fighter Mode is fully supported. By adjusting the backpack and positioning the arms, the Airmaster Burst can shift into its high speed flight form with both beam rifles mounted along the sides of the arms.

Key Features

New Backpack Mold: A fully reworked unit with improved proportions, articulation, and mechanical detail.
Accurate Color Separation: Blue and yellow accent parts are sharply defined for an impressive out of box finish.
Full Transformation: Converts into Fighter Mode with a smooth and intuitive process.

Included Equipment:

Twin beam rifles
Beam cannons in each auxiliary booster
Nose beam cannon
Head vulcan guns
Optional missile rifle

The Gundam Airmaster Burst is an upgraded version of the original Airmaster. It features enhanced aerial mobility thanks to auxiliary boosters mounted on the wings. Each booster contains a built in beam cannon, giving the suit improved firepower during high speed combat. The original nose mounted vulcan guns were replaced by a single nose beam cannon for greater offensive capability. While the suit retains its buster rifles and head vulcans, it can no longer equip the optional shoulder missiles. Instead, it can use a specialized missile rifle for additional ranged power.

The Airmaster Burst can also dock with the B Part of the GS 9900 G Falcon. This combination increases its speed and performance in Fighter Mode, making it a formidable presence in the skies.

HGAW 1/144 Gundam Leopard - Release Info, Box art and Official Images

noreply@blogger.com (GUNDAM KITS COLLECTION) — Sat, 1 Aug 2026 23:19:18 -0400

HGAW 1/144 Gundam Leopard

Release Date: August 2026

Price: 2,420 yen

The Gundam Leopard is officially joining the HG Gunpla lineup, marking a new release tied to the 30th anniversary of After War Gundam X in 2026.

Scheduled for release in August 2026, the kit is priced at 2,420 yen. It features opening and closing missile hatches across the body, letting builders display the Gundam Leopard in its fully armed state.

The Gundam Leopard was one of the first Gundam-type mobile suits produced by the United Nations Earth Forces and was designed around heavy firepower. When piloted by a Newtype, it could also use the Flash System to control the FT-9600 GT-Bits, further increasing its combat capability.

Its weapons include a right-shoulder missile rack, right forearm grenade launchers, a beam knife stored in the right leg, large leg-mounted missiles, chest Gatling guns, head vulcans, head cannons, and its main weapon, the inner arm Gatling mounted on the backpack. Optional equipment includes a left-leg missile pod, while the aquatic configuration replaces the Gatling with an inner arm torpedo launcher.

Unlike other United Nations Earth Gundams, the Leopard cannot fly. Instead, it uses rollers in its feet for high-speed ground movement and can be equipped with Snow Dashers for cold climates or an S-1 Unit for underwater operations.

HGAW 1/144 Gundam Virsago - Release Info

noreply@blogger.com (GUNDAM KITS COLLECTION) — Sat, 1 Aug 2026 23:16:23 -0400

HGAW 1/144 Gundam Virsago

Release Date: October 2026

Price: 3,190 yen

One of the most intimidating mobile suits from Mobile Suit Gundam X is finally making its return in modern GunPla form. Bandai Spirits has officially unveiled the HGAW 1/144 Gundam Virsago, the powerful mobile suit piloted by Shagia Frost, with a release scheduled for October 2026 at 3,190 yen.

The Gundam Virsago faithfully recreates the mobile suit’s signature Strike Claw extension gimmick, allowing the long mechanical arms to stretch outward for dramatic attack poses straight out of the anime. The HG kit also reproduces the abdominal deployment mechanism used when firing the devastating Mega Sonic Cannon, one of the most iconic weapons from Gundam X.

Bandai has additionally included the connecting gimmick for the optional Strike Shooters, giving builders more ways to display the Virsago in combat configurations. Alongside its signature armaments, the release also comes with a beam saber, interchangeable hand parts, and foil stickers.

Accessories included with the kit:

Strike Shooter ×2
Strike Shooter Combination Parts ×1
Beam Saber ×1
Hand Parts Set ×1
Foil Sticker ×1

Originally developed by the Government Reconstruction Committee, the NRX-0013 Gundam Virsago specialized in long-range destruction and aggressive close combat. Its abdomen-mounted Mega Sonic Cannon could unleash concentrated beams powerful enough to overwhelm enemy mobile suits or spread diffused blasts across multiple targets. Combined with its extendable Strike Claws equipped with beam cannons, the Virsago became one of the most dangerous mobile suits in the series.

Although capable of independent flight, the Virsago was often seen riding atop the NRX-0015 Gundam Ashtaron in Mobile Armor mode, allowing the Frost brothers to move quickly across the battlefield while conserving propellant. Like the Ashtaron, the Virsago was based on the GB-9700 Gundam Belphagor but did not utilize the Flash System.

With both the Gundam Virsago and Gundam Ashtaron now joining the HGAW lineup, longtime fans of Mobile Suit Gundam X are finally getting a modern revival of the Frost brothers’ iconic mobile suits.

HGAW 1/144 Gundam Ashtaron - Release Info

noreply@blogger.com (GUNDAM KITS COLLECTION) — Sat, 1 Aug 2026 19:09:00 -0400

HGAW 1/144 Gundam Ashtaron

Release Date: November 2026

Price: 3,960 yen

Bandai Spirits has officially revealed the HGAW 1/144 Gundam Ashtaron from Mobile Suit Gundam X, bringing Olba Frost’s powerful mobile suit back in an all-new High Grade format. Scheduled for release in November 2026, the kit will retail for 3,960 yen.

The Gundam Ashtaron has been recreated with updated engineering that allows its signature Atomic Scissors to deploy, store, and move without requiring part swapping. The massive claw weapons remain one of the suit’s most recognizable features, capable of delivering brutal close-range attacks while also housing built-in beam cannons.

The kit can also transform into its high-speed Mobile Armor mode through partial parts replacement, faithfully recreating the Trans System featured in the anime. Despite the bulky appearance of the mobile suit, the Ashtaron was known for its surprising speed and agility, especially in MA form where it could even function as a support platform for the NRX-0013 Gundam Virsago.

Its included Beam Spear can additionally convert into a crossbow configuration, giving the kit even more display options for combat scenes. Alongside the Beam Spear, the release also includes beam sabers, interchangeable hand parts, joint parts, foil stickers, and effect parts.

Accessories included with the kit:

Beam Spear ×1
Beam Saber ×1
Hand Parts Set ×1
Saber Effect ×1
Joint Parts Set ×1
Foil Sticker ×1

Originally developed by the Government Reconstruction Committee, the NRX-0015 Gundam Ashtaron was based on the GB-9700 Gundam Belphagor but lacked compatibility with the Flash System. Instead, the suit focused heavily on overwhelming close-range combat through its Atomic Scissors and heavy weapon loadout, making it one of the most memorable designs from Gundam X.

P-Bandai: MG 1/100 Gundam Heavyarms Custom EW [REISSUE] - Release Info

noreply@blogger.com (GKC) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 21:24:09 -0400

P-Bandai: MG 1/100 Gundam Heavyarms Custom EW [REISSUE]
Release Date: June 2027
Price: 5,720 yen

INITIAL RELEASE
Release Date: October 2016
Price: 5,184 Yen

Premium Bandai has officially unveiled the Gundam Heavyarms Custom EW as the latest addition to the Master Grade (MG) GunPla series!

This model builds on the original MG 1/100 Gundam Heavyarms EW, featuring the same base molds with the addition of newly designed parts for its dual machineguns. The kit also includes a distinctive clown mask faceplate, faithfully replicating the look seen in the OVA.

For extra detailing, the kit provides water slide decals, enhancing its intricate design.

Upgraded for space combat, the Heavyarms Custom sports a dark blue-green color scheme, two additional chest-mounted gatling guns, and a powerful pair of double gatling guns as its primary weapons. In Glory of the Losers, additional thrusters were incorporated into the central backpack and rear skirt armor, boosting maneuverability for battles beyond Earth’s atmosphere.

In A.C. 195, Trowa Barton piloted the Gundam Heavyarms Custom in the Eve Wars alongside the other Gundam pilots against White Fang. The next year, he deployed it in battles against Perfect Peace People forces, including a clash on the Moon and an attack on the Vulkanus mobile doll factory.

By December A.C. 196, Trowa sent the Heavyarms to Quatre Raberba Winner for destruction but reclaimed it upon discovering the Barton Foundation’s revival of Operation Meteor. In a climactic battle in Brussels, Trowa used non-lethal rounds to disable many Serpents, eventually running out of ammo due to the intense opposition. Following this, he and the other Gundam pilots self-detonated their suits, ending the era of the Gundams.

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Logitech G Unveils RX-78-2 Gundam Edition Gaming Gear Bundle at FUN EXPO 2026

noreply@blogger.com (GUNDAM KITS COLLECTION) — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 20:00:35 -0400

Logitech G has unveiled a new RX-78-2 Gundam Edition gaming gear bundle at FUN EXPO 2026 in South Korea, giving Gundam fans a themed desktop setup inspired by the iconic mobile suit.

The bundle includes the G512 X 98 keyboard, G502 X Plus mouse, and G522 headset, along with exclusive Gundam-themed accessories, custom packaging, and bonus collectibles.

Visitors to FUN EXPO can purchase the bundle at a special 12% discounted price of ₩689,000 (approximately US$485), down from the regular ₩786,900 (approximately US$554). The promotion also includes shipment one day before the official release and an additional bonus item. Expected shipping is listed for September 3, 2026.

The RX-78-2 Gundam Edition gives fans a complete Gundam-themed gaming setup, combining Logitech G's latest peripherals with exclusive designs inspired by the iconic mobile suit.

Gundam Zero and Gundam Helix Lead the RG Project

noreply@blogger.com (GUNDAM KITS COLLECTION) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 21:49:16 -0400

Missed the reveal? Bandai Hobby has released a promotional video showcasing the first GunPla kits inspired by the new RG Project, giving fans another look at HG 1/144 Gundam Zero and HG 1/144 Gundam Helix ahead of their 2027 debut.

The video highlights both mobile suits with close-up shots of their details, articulation, and action poses, offering an early preview of what fans can expect from the upcoming lineup. Bandai also revealed that the HG 1/144 Gundam Helix will be available in two versions, including the standard release and an Earth Blue Ver.

The RG Project is Bandai Namco Filmworks' new multimedia Gundam initiative built around a shared universe. It begins with the upcoming anime Mobile Suit Gundam RG: XARX-ZERO and continues in the game Gundam Rogue Orbit, with each title telling its own story while sharing the same timeline and history. Alongside the anime and game, Bandai Hobby is bringing the new mobile suits to the HG GunPla lineup, beginning with Gundam Zero and Gundam Helix.

HG 1/144 Gundam Zero, HG 1/144 Gundam Helix, and HG 1/144 Gundam Helix (Earth Blue Ver.) are all scheduled for release in 2027 alongside Mobile Suit Gundam RG: XARX-ZERO and Gundam Rogue Orbit, with more details to be revealed at a later date.

P-Bandai: RG 1/144 nu Gundam HWS [REISSUE] - Release Info

noreply@blogger.com (GKC) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 21:21:32 -0400

P-Bandai: RG 1/144 nu Gundam HWS [REISSUE]
Release Date: April 2021
Price: 6,930 Yen

INITIAL RELEASE

Release Date: September 2020
Price: 6,600 Yen

The RG 1/144 nu Gundam equipped with the Heavy Weapon System (HWS) returns with a reissue this October. Based on the original RG ν Gundam, this version adds a full set of heavy armor and powerful weapons while keeping the detailed design and articulation of the Real Grade series.

The HWS equipment includes newly molded chest, waist, and leg armor with detailed panel lines and internal mechanical details. The chest armor features built-in shoulder missile launchers with opening hatches, allowing the missile pods to be displayed.

Also included is the newly molded Hyper Mega Rifle with an extendable barrel that can be displayed in standard or long-range firing mode. The front bipod can also be deployed for added display options.

The High Mega Shield attaches to the standard shield and features opening armor panels along with extendable twin mega particle cannons. A special support part is included to help hold the large shield securely.

The leg armor and side thruster units are also newly molded, with color-separated parts to recreate the yellow and gray details of the HWS.

To complete the package, the kit includes a newly designed set of realistic decals and a full loadout consisting of the Hyper Mega Rifle, High Mega Shield, New Hyper Bazooka, Fin Funnels, Beam Rifle, and Beam Saber.

If you already have the RG nu Gundam, a sold separately RG nu Gundam HWS extension part is also available for pre-orders.

P-Bandai: RG 1/144 Gundam Astray Blue Frame [REISSUE] - Release Info

noreply@blogger.com (GKC) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 21:10:28 -0400

P-Bandai: RG 1/144 Gundam Astray Blue Frame [REISSUE]

Release Date: October 2026

Price: 3,630 Yen

P-Bandai: RG 1/144 Gundam Astray Blue Frame

Release Date: December 2015

Price: 3,000 Yen

Bandai Spirits is bringing another fan favorite from Mobile Suit Gundam SEED ASTRAY into the Real Grade lineup with the announcement of the RG 1/144 Gundam Astray Blue Frame. Piloted by the legendary mercenary Gai Murakumo, the Blue Frame arrives with all-new parts, updated markings, and the signature weapon that made this mobile suit one of the most recognizable Astrays.

Built around the Real Grade line's highly detailed 1/144 engineering, the kit recreates the Gundam Astray Blue Frame with refined armor details, an impressive range of articulation, and color separation that stays true to its original design.

Leading the new additions is the Blue Frame's iconic M68 Cattus 500mm recoilless rifle. The massive weapon has been completely redesigned with new molding for the Real Grade series and measures approximately 110mm in length. It features a removable magazine, a movable foregrip for dynamic action poses, and a folding mounting joint that allows it to be stored directly on the waist when not in use.

The release also includes a newly designed set of realistic decals featuring the Blue Frame's distinctive serpent tail markings, while foil stickers add extra mechanical detail throughout the kit.

Fans will also find a newly sculpted 1/144-scale figure of Gai Murakumo, along with a full selection of interchangeable hand parts and weapons to recreate scenes from the manga. The kit includes the M68 Cattus 500mm recoilless rifle, beam rifle, beam sabers, and shield, giving builders plenty of display options.

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P-Bandai: RG 1/144 Gundam Astray Gold Frame [REISSUE] - Release Info

noreply@blogger.com (GKC) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 21:07:05 -0400

P-Bandai: RG 1/144 Gundam Astray Gold Frame [REISSUE]
Release Date: October 2026
Price: 3,410 Yen

P-Bandai: RG 1/144 Gundam Astray Gold Frame
Release Date: August 2016
Price: 3,024 Yen

From the manga Gundam SEED Astray and the graphic novel Mobile Suit Gundam SEED Astray B, the Gundam Astray Gold Frame piloted by Rondo Gina Sahaku finally joins the Real Grade lineup.

As one of the earliest Astray variants, the Gold Frame receives a faithful Real Grade adaptation with newly molded parts for its massive 350mm "Gáe Bulg" rail bazooka, a weapon originally developed for the Duel Gundam. While the Gold Frame was able to wield the powerful weapon, its right arm could not withstand the tremendous output and short-circuited immediately after firing. Bandai Spirits even recreates this memorable scene by including a damaged right arm as part of the kit, a small but impressive detail that fans of the series will appreciate.

The Gold Frame's story begins on January 25, C.E. 71, during ZAFT's assault on the Orb colony Heliopolis. As the Alliance's prototype Gundams were being stolen, the Astray Project was thrown into chaos. To keep their work from falling into enemy hands, Orb officials ordered the destruction of the Astray development facility.