The highly anticipated *Mobile Suit Gundam: GQuuuuuuX* has finally made its way to North American audiences, bringing with it a fresh alternate history storyline, an impressively long title (officially pronounced “G-Queue-X”), and, of course, a brand-new lineup of Gunpla model kits. IGN’s review of the theatrical premiere praised the series as “exactly the kind of inventive reimagining of Gundam we deserve,” and fans are eager to see what this bold new chapter holds.
This latest entry in the iconic Gundam franchise carries notable creative influences from another legendary sci-fi series. Directed by Kazuya Tsurumaki—known for co-directing *End of Evangelion*—and penned by Yoji Enokido, who has written for classics like *FLCL*, *Revolutionary Girl Utena*, *Ouran High School Host Club*, and *Neon Genesis Evangelion*, GQuuuuuuX promises a narrative depth that fans of both Gundam and psychological sci-fi will appreciate. Hideaki Anno, the visionary behind *Evangelion*, also contributed to the project, raising anticipation even further.
If you're looking to catch up on classic Gundam or dive straight into the newest saga, here's everything you need to know about where to watch *Mobile Suit Gundam: GQuuuuuuX* and how to stay updated on its release schedule.
*Mobile Suit Gundam: GQuuuuuuX* is now streaming exclusively on **Amazon Prime Video** in North America. Unlike previous Gundam series that launched on platforms like Crunchyroll or Netflix, this one takes a different route. A standalone Prime Video subscription starts at $7.99/month, but it's also included with a full Amazon Prime membership, which costs $14.99/month and comes with additional perks such as fast shipping and access to Prime Music and Prime Gaming. New users can also take advantage of a 30-day free trial.
The series originally premiered in Japan as a theatrical film featuring four episodes. For North American viewers, individual episodes began rolling out on Prime Video every Tuesday starting April 8. While the total episode count hasn’t been officially confirmed yet, past recent Gundam series like *The Witch from Mercury* have followed a 12-episode per season format. We’ll keep this guide updated as more details emerge.
As with many entries in the expansive Gundam universe, *GQuuuuuuX* explores an alternate timeline—but this time, the divergence is monumental. Instead of Amuro Ray and the Earth Federation, the Principality of Zeon gets their hands on the prototype Gundam first, shifting the balance of power during the One Year War. This dramatic twist sets the stage for a completely reimagined conflict and introduces new mobile suit designs and strategic dynamics.
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.
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With Zeon gaining early control over powerful technology, the resulting mobile suit designs in *GQuuuuuuX* are unlike anything seen before. Fans can already preorder a wide range of Gunpla kits and collectible figures based on the new series. The full collection is available now through Amazon and other major retailers.
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While *GQuuuuuuX* can be enjoyed independently, having some familiarity with the original *Mobile Suit Gundam* series will enhance your understanding of the alternate history being explored. You can stream the original *Gundam* anime and most of the franchise’s extensive library on **Crunchyroll**, the go-to platform for anime enthusiasts.