The latest 2025 Gundam anime, "Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX," is a powerhouse collaboration between Khara (of "Evangelion" fame) and Sunrise (the legendary "Mobile Suit Gundam" studio). Its theatrical preview, "Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX-Beginning-," which re-edits the first few episodes, has not only sparked massive buzz but also raked in impressive box office numbers. Fans in Taiwan can catch it in late February.
And now, legendary game designer Hideo Kojima has weighed in! On February 8th, he took to his personal X account to share his thoughts after seeing "Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX-Beginning-" in theaters. Naturally, fans were eager to hear his take, making his post a hot topic across X.
Kojima excitedly reported that he even managed to snag a deluxe program guide, declaring the plot "absolutely brilliant!" He admitted to trying to predict the story beforehand, but only managed to guess about 30% of it.
He described the film as a bridge, masterfully weaving together the "original Gundam" with "future Gundam." It's an experimental piece that successfully connects the Showa-era Gundam otaku generation with the new Reiwa audience. Kojima noted that the "universe" of the past differs from today's, and this work brilliantly carries that spirit forward. While the overall structure was somewhat unexpected, he found its execution incredibly clever. Even the generational shift in voice actors is reflected in the work, truly passing the torch to the new generation.
At 61 years old, Kojima is indeed a Showa-era fan who grew up with Gundam, making his insights into this Universal Century tale, which links past and present, particularly poignant. His unique perspective has resonated with many netizens, who agree that his comments perfectly capture the film's role as a potential bridge between the original series and contemporary audiences.
While this theatrical preview is just an early cut of the TV anime's initial episodes, Kojima's high praise is a strong endorsement. So, for those of you in Taiwan, it looks like you can confidently dive in when it hits theaters in late February!