Overview
- The anticipated debut of Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX is likely set for April 2025, bolstered by a prologue film that has achieved impressive earnings exceeding 1.4 billion yen.
- Under the direction of Kazuya Tsurumaki, the GQuuuuuuX project is carving its own narrative path, diverging from Hideaki Anno’s influence by exploring a unique “what if”scenario from the original Gundam timeline, specifically Gundam 0079.
The excitement surrounding Mobile Suit Gundam continues to build, particularly for Evangelion and Hideaki Anno enthusiasts, as significant announcements regarding GQuuuuuuX are expected in April.
This new series marks the first foray of the Gundam franchise under Studio Khara, a studio renowned for its work on the Evangelion series and the Rebuild of Evangelion tetralogy.
Recently, during a radio program named MAGIC JAM, hosted on January 29, it was disclosed by several Japanese social media accounts that GQuuuuuuX is projected to premiere in April 2025. Voice actress Tomoyo Kurosawa, who portrays Yuzuriha Amate, appeared to confirm this date before retracting her statement:
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GQuuuuuuX Production Team
Directed by Kazuya Tsurumaki, known for his roles in The End of Evangelion and the Rebuild of Evangelion, the GQuuuuuuX series comprises a talented team, with most staff members having previously been associated with the now-defunct Studio Gainax.
While Anno remains influential as a writer and head of Studio Khara, Tsurumaki is consciously steering the project independently, avoiding any direct oversight from Anno to maintain creative autonomy. Mechanical designer Ikuto Yamashita has noted the addition of some “fan service”elements specifically aimed at Evangelion aficionados.
Additionally, during April 2025, the life-size Gundam once showcased at the now-closed Yokohama Gundam Factory will find a new home at the Gundam Pavilion at Osaka Expo 2025, potentially aligning with marketing efforts for the new series.
Gundam GQuuuuuuX Prologue Movie
The storyline is rumored to explore a distinct “what if”scenario, juxtaposing it against the backdrop of Gundam 0079, the series that laid the foundation for the Gundam universe. This new narrative unfolds in a space colony, a common setting in the Universal Century timeline.
The plot centers around Yuzuriha, portrayed as an ordinary schoolgirl, who experiences life-altering events upon meeting the war refugee Nyaan. Their bond leads them into the underground scene of mobile suit battles known as the Clan Battles, where Yuzuriha adopts the moniker Machu while piloting the GQuuuuuuX. However, their thrill-seeking adventures take a perilous turn when authorities begin a crackdown.
With international screenings in sight, the series is poised to reach audiences beyond Japan, although, as of now, no streaming platforms have confirmed their respective airing schedules.
While concrete details regarding the release window of Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX remain unannounced, various rumors hint towards a launch in April 2025, alongside ongoing speculation regarding the total number of episodes for the upcoming series.
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