GunPla Lineup May 2025

Date: 2025-05-11 12:33:00

This month’s GunPla lineup delivers a mix of long-awaited reissues, exciting new releases from fan-favorite series, and premium kits that raise the bar for detail and articulation. Highlights include stunning clear mechanical editions of the MG 1/100 Ver.Ka Sazabi and RX-93 Nu Gundam—must-haves for any collector. Also featured are the striking Cross Contrast Colors of both suits - an exclusive China-limited release you won’t want to miss.HG GQ 1/144 Sugai's Gelgoog (GQ)Release Date: May 2025Price: 2,420 YenAnother high-impact release from Bandai Spirits! The HG 1/144 Gelgoog Sugai, as seen in Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX, is ready to deploy in model form—faithfully recreated with its movie-specific coloring and unique equipment layout.The gMS-01 Gelgoog represents Zeon’s leap in mobile suit technology—developed by reverse-engineering the RX-78-02 Gundam. The Sugai variant brings even more flavor to the battlefield, combining sleek design, advanced articulation, and gimmicks exclusive to this HG kit.Highlights:Faithful color reproduction of Sugai’s version as seen in the seriesWeapons can be equipped on both hands for dual-wielding actionMovable rear thrusters offer high poseability and dynamic display optionsLead wire detailing adds realism to the suit’s wired weapons and systemsOriginal HG gimmick allows beam sabers to be attached on both the top and bottom of the unit—giving it a standout silhouette and extra flairIncluded Accessories:Weapon set ×1Hand parts set ×1Marking stickers ×1Lead wire ×11/1 Zakupla-kun DX set (with runner version parts)Release Date: May 2025Price: 1,100 YenMeet Zakupla-kun, the latest addition to the "Gunpla-kun" series, designed to bring out the joy of Gunpla in a fun, miniaturized format. This kit offers versatility in display options and includes familiar, iconic equipment to complete the classic Zaku look!Key FeaturesDual Display Modes: Choose between displaying Zakupla-kun in the standard assembled form or in the unique runner version, which highlights the parts in an unassembled format.Enhanced PS Body & Classic Gear: This version comes with a PS (polystyrene) body and includes well-known weapons like the Heat Hawk, Zaku Machine Gun, and Zaku Bazooka.Adjustable Mono-Eye: The mono-eye can move left and right, allowing for expressive poses and displays.Accessories1x runner part1x heat hawk1x Zaku machine gun1x Zaku bazooka1x display pedestalHG 1/144 Red GundamRelease Date: May 2025Price: 2,750 YenPRE-ORDER HEREBandai Spirits has officially revealed the upcoming release of the HG 1/144 Red Gundam, scheduled to hit shelves in May 2025. This highly anticipated model kit features the mysterious mobile suit that first debuted in the new anime series, Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX.The Red Gundam made its unexpected return in U.C. 0085, sparking speculation that it could be the legendary RX-78-02 Gundam, originally developed by the Earth Federation during the One Year War. During its final testing phase, the mobile suit was seized by Zeon forces and underwent significant modifications. It was repainted in red for the exclusive use of Char Aznable, the infamous Red Comet.Key upgrades included the Alpha-type psycommu system and Bits, advanced wireless weapons linked to psycommu technology, offering unprecedented combat capabilities. Both Char and the Red Gundam mysteriously vanished during the Zeknova incident at the Second Battle of Solomon, an event that marked the closing days of the One Year War.Years of later, the enigmatic mobile suit resurfaced at Side 6, now piloted by a young newcomer, Shuji Ito, reigniting intrigue around its origins and purpose.Stay tuned for more updates as the release date approaches, and don’t miss the chance to add this standout mobile suit from Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX to your GunPla collection!Included Accessories: (tentative names)Shield x 1Gundam Hammer x 1Bits x 2Bits joint setBeam Rifle x 1Beam Saber x 2Additional StickerP-Bandai: HGUC 1/144 Reben Wolf (AOZ Re-Boot Ver.) Release Date: May 2025 [2nd Batch Release: July 2025]Price: 3,520 YenPremium Bandai unveils the HG 1/144 Reben Wolf, the mass-produced mobile suit from AOZ RE-BOOT Gundam Inlay - The Dream of the Black Rabbit, marking its first-ever Gunpla release with a completely new mold! Inspired by the Doven Wolf, this Mars Zeon mobile suit features a sleek, high-detail sculpt, packed with functional gimmicks and compatibility with other HG kits.Faithful Recreation of the Reben WolfAuthentic Neo Zeon design with a newly sculpted exterior.Color separation achieved through molded parts—no painting required!Movable missile pods on ball joints for flexible positioning.Commander-type head option included.Marking stickers replicate emblem details.1/1 GunPla-Kun (7-Eleven Colors)Release Date: May 9, 2025Price: 880 YenStarting May 9, 2025, Gunpla-kun returns in a special limited-edition color—available exclusively at 7-Eleven stores across Japan!P-Bandai: MG 1/100 GM Dominance (Philip Hughes custom) [REISSUE]Release Date: May 2025Price: 6,490 YenPRE-ORDER HEREPremium Bandai has unveiled the Master Grade GunPla release of Philip Hughes' custom GM Dominance, as featured in Mobile Suit Gundam Side Story: The Blue Destiny Vol. 4 manga.This exclusive kit shares the same mold as the MG GM Dominance from June 2018, now presented in a sleek black color scheme. It also features enhanced firepower with two gun turrets mounted on its back, making it a formidable addition to any collection.Included Accessories:Gun Turrets x2Dual Beam CannonBeam SaberShieldThe RGM-79DO GM Dominance is a mobile suit featured in Mobile Suit Gundam Side Story: The Blue Destiny manga.Developed at Augusta-related facilities, the GM Dominance was a specialized mobile suit based on the late-production GM. It served as a data-gathering platform to enhance the combat capabilities of the Earth Federation Forces’ GM series. The data collected from its operations contributed to the development of advanced models like the RGM-79SP GM Sniper II and fine-tuning of rollout units such as the RGM-79G GM Command.True to its name, "Dominance," this mobile suit boasted superior performance compared to earlier GM models. Its versatile design also shared features with other high-performance mobile suits of the era, such as the RGM-79SC GM Sniper Custom and the FA-78-1 Full Armor Gundam. As a limited-production unit, only a small number of GM Dominance mobile suits were manufactured during the One Year War.P-Bandai: HGUC 1/144 G-Line Standard Armor [REISSUE]Release Date: May 2025Price: 3,630 YenPRE-ORDER HEREPremium Bandai has announced that the G-Line Standard Armor would be added in the High Grade Universal Century GunPla series.The RX-81ST G-Line Standard Armor is an RX-81 G-Line series variation. It debuted in Kunio Okawara's Missing Mobile Suit Variation (M-MSV).  It was revamped and updated for the video game Mobile Suit Gundam: Battlefield Record U.C. 0081.The kit includes newly molded parts and may be converted into a regular G-Line unit by removing its armors. For increased firepower, an optional pair of gatling gun smashers can be mounted on its back.RX-81 G-LineBecause the mass-produced GM series prioritized efficiency, its specifications are significantly lower than those of the RX-78-2 Gundam. The RX-81's design keeps the Gundam's specifications while expanding the mobile suit's arsenal of weaponry and armor by integrating the FSWS, giving it several forms. Backpacks may be swapped as needed, with two thrusters on the ground and six in space.P-Bandai: RG 1/144 Tallgeese III [REISSUE]Release Date: May 2025Price: 3,024 YenPRE-ORDERThe iconic Tallgeese III from Mobile Suit Gundam Wing: Endless Waltz, piloted by Zechs Merquise, also known as the "Preventer Wind," is now available in the Real Grade (RG) series. Known for its intricate details and realistic proportions in 1/144 scale, this RG release brings new sculpting and refined features that highlight the mobile suit’s distinctive design and weaponry.Key Features:Distinctive Exterior with New MoldingThe Tallgeese III’s characteristic three-horned face and enlarged shoulder armor are faithfully reproduced with new molding techniques. The mobile suit's striking white and blue two-tone color scheme is recreated with molded colors for added authenticity.Head: The three-horned face has been intricately sculpted, providing a dynamic and accurate representation.Shoulder Armor: Enlarged shoulder parts, unique to the Tallgeese III, are newly designed from the original RG Tallgeese base kit.Collar: Updated with new parts to reflect the mobile suit’s distinctive design.This exclusive kit features custom-colored molded parts and stickers to recreate the unique color scheme, making it a must-have for collectors. Despite its compact size at approximately 8cm, Gunpla-kun comes fully equipped with signature weapons: Beam Rifle, Beam Saber, and Shield—all included in the set.Price: 800 yen (880 yen including tax) Release Date: Rolling out from Friday, May 9, 2025 While supplies last. Release timing may vary by store.Don’t miss your chance to grab this adorable and exclusive version of Gunpla-kun—only at 7-Eleven Japan!HGCE 1/144 Mighty Strike Freedom Gundam [CLEAR COLOR]The Gundam Base LimitedRelease Date: May 3, 2025Price: 3,520 YenFrom Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM, the HG 1/144 Mighty Strike Freedom Gundam [Clear Color] is set to light up Gundam Base stores across Japan with its striking translucent finish—available starting May 3, 2025 for 3,520 yen (tax included)!The ZGMF/A-262PD-P Mighty Strike Freedom Gundam combines the Strike Freedom Gundam Type II with the Proud Defender support unit, ditching the classic Super DRAGOON system for a new arsenal powered by advanced nanoparticle technology. Its wings enable devastating area-of-effect attacks and an omnidirectional energy shield, giving it both overwhelming offense and airtight defense.MG 1/100 nu GUNDAM Ver.Ka [MECHANICAL CLEAR]The Gundam Base LimitedRelease Date: May 24, 2025Price: 7,700 YenExperience the brilliance of Amuro Ray’s final mobile suit like never before with the MG 1/100 ν Gundam Ver.Ka [Mechanical Clear], launching exclusively at Gundam Base stores on May 24, 2025.From Mobile Suit Gundam: Char's Counterattack, the RX-93 ν Gundam stands as one of the most advanced mobile suits of the U.C. 0090s. Developed at Anaheim Electronics’ Von Braun plant and completed in just three months under the supervision of chief engineer October Saran, it was built using the accumulated data and design philosophy from the RX-78-2 Gundam to the MSZ-010 ΖΖ Gundam. Incorporating technologies and test data from the YRA-90A μ Gundam and RX-9 Narrative Gundam, the ν Gundam represents the pinnacle of Federation mobile suit development at the time.This Mechanical Clear edition highlights the model's intricate internal structure with a striking translucent finish, perfect for fans who appreciate the fine engineering behind the armor.MG 1/100 MSN-04 Sazabi Ver. Ka [MECHANICAL CLEAR] The Gundam Base LimitedRelease Date: May 24, 2025Price: 9,900 YenChar Aznable’s ultimate mobile suit returns in spectacular fashion with the MG 1/100 Sazabi Ver.Ka [Mechanical Clear], launching exclusively at Gundam Base stores on May 24, 2025!First seen in Mobile Suit Gundam: Char’s Counterattack, the MSN-04 Sazabi was developed for Char himself after his return as the leader of Neo Zeon in U.C. 0093. Designed to complement his Newtype abilities and elite piloting skills, the massive 25.6-meter Sazabi was produced by Anaheim Electronics' lunar facility. Despite its intimidating size, it boasts impressive speed and agility thanks to lightweight armor and an array of powerful thrusters.Armed to the teeth, the Sazabi features a scattering mega particle cannon embedded in its torso, a beam shot rifle, arm-mounted beam sabers, a shield equipped with missiles, and its signature beam tomahawk. This Mechanical Clear version showcases the model’s detailed inner frame through translucent armor parts, emphasizing the complexity and might of Char’s personal unit.MG 1/100 RX-93 nu Gundam Ver. Ka (Cross Contrast Colors)Release Date: May 2025Price: 595 Yuan ($81 USD)Bandai Namco China continues to impress with their Master Grade Cross Contrast Colors GunPla series, now featuring the RX-93 nu Gundam from Mobile Suit Gundam: Char's Counterattack. This new release showcases a breathtaking pink and white color scheme, dubbed "Morning Glow Pink," offering a stunning and radiant aesthetic reminiscent of a sunrise over a battlefield.Accessories:Beam rifleShieldBeam saberSmall beam saber6 funnel unitsBazookaMG 1/100 MSN-04 Sazabi Ver. Ka (Cross Contrast Colors)Release Date: May 2025Price: 840 Yuan ($115 USD)Bandai Namco China has officially announced the release of the MSN-04 Sazabi from Mobile Suit Gundam: Char's Counterattack in their Master Grade Cross Contrast Colors GunPla series. Featuring a striking black and red color scheme, this Sazabi offers a commanding and intimidating shelf presence, combining its massive build with a design that emphasizes sophistication and elegance.Accessories:ShieldBattle axeBeam rifle6 funnel units

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