Bandai Reveals First-Look at New Gundam Double X METAL ROBOT SPIRITS Premium Figure

Bandai has officially revealed a new high-end figure based on one of After War Gundam X’s most important mobile suits as part of the anime’s ongoing 30th anniversary celebrations.

The announcement came during the August installment of the anniversary program “What Happened After the After War?”, where the Gundam Double X was confirmed as the latest addition to Bandai’s METAL ROBOT SPIRITS lineup.

After War Gundam X originally began airing in April 1996 as the third major alternate-universe Gundam television series following Mobile Fighter G Gundam and Mobile Suit Gundam Wing.

Its story takes place on an Earth devastated by the mass colony drops that ended the 7th Space War, following Garrod Ran as his attempt to steal the Gundam X brings him together with Tiffa Adill and eventually the crew of the Freeden.

The GX-9901-DX Gundam Double X enters the story later as Garrod’s new protagonist mobile suit, having been secretly developed by the New United Nations Earth using technology and data inherited from the original Gundam X.

Its construction incorporates the cockpit system of its predecessor while significantly increasing the mobile suit’s overall capabilities and allowing the Satellite System to operate without requiring a Newtype pilot.

The biggest upgrade comes from the pair of Satellite Cannon Mk-II units mounted across its back, replacing Gundam X’s single cannon with a considerably more destructive twin arrangement.

Improved microwave reception efficiency allows the Double X to unleash several times the destructive power of the original system, while also giving it the ability to fire repeatedly following a single reception of microwave energy.

Those twin cannons became the defining feature of the Double X, opening out alongside its reflector panels to create one of the most recognizable firing configurations in the entire Gundam X series.

Bandai has now shown the first prototype of the upcoming METAL ROBOT SPIRITS Gundam Double X, providing an early look at how the mobile suit is being adapted for the die-cast collector figure range.

The prototype recreates the Double X’s layered armor and oversized Satellite Cannon Mk-II units with extensive painted detailing and body markings, giving the mobile suit a much more mechanical finish than a conventional plastic model release.

METAL ROBOT SPIRITS figures combine the articulation of the ROBOT SPIRITS line with die-cast components and metallic paintwork, giving their mobile suits additional weight while emphasizing the mechanical appearance of their armor and weapons.

The Double X is expected to use die-cast parts throughout several of its joints, while the prototype already demonstrates that the twin Satellite Cannons and reflector panels can be fully opened into their signature firing configuration.

That should make the eventual figure particularly well suited to recreating some of Garrod’s most memorable attacks, with the large cannons forming a substantial part of the overall display even before additional accessories are revealed.

Bandai has only confirmed that the METAL ROBOT SPIRITS Gundam Double X is currently in development, with its final specifications, included accessories, price and release date all set to be announced at a later date.

The Double X was not the only collectible announced during the anniversary program, with Bandai also turning one of the original Gundam X’s most recognizable pieces of equipment into a full-size PROPLICA release.

The G-Controller plays a central role in the operation of the GX-9900 Gundam X, functioning as an independent control device for the mobile suit and as an important part of the security surrounding its devastating Satellite Cannon.

That weapon draws microwave energy transmitted from a lunar facility through the Satellite System, giving the Gundam X enough firepower to destroy targets on a scale far beyond conventional mobile suit weaponry.

The newly revealed PROPLICA recreates the G-Controller at a realistic scale, using metallic finishes, transparent components and detailed buttons and moving sections to closely match its appearance in the anime.

Its biggest attraction comes from the electronics inside, with three separate modes designed to recreate dialogue, weapons and Satellite Cannon sequences rather than limiting the release to a static replica.

“Story Mode” includes newly recorded dialogue based around 39 scenes from Gundam X, with members of the original cast returning to record their lines, including Wataru Takagi as Garrod Ran.

Secret voice clips are also hidden within the mode, adding extra interactions for fans who spend time experimenting with the different controls.

“Operation Mode” makes use of the included dedicated stand, effectively turning the G-Controller into a small Gundam X cockpit simulator with synchronized sound, lighting and vibration effects.

Players can activate sequences based around weapons and equipment including the Beam Machine Gun, Beam Sword, Gatling Gun, Divider and G-Bits, giving the controller considerably more functionality than a straightforward prop replica.

Five pieces of music are included for these sequences; “Shisen,” “Satellite Cannon,” “Houkou Suru Uchuu,” “DREAMS” and “Resolution”, mixing background music with both of Gundam X’s television opening themes.

“Satellite System Mode” provides the most elaborate recreation, beginning when the controller’s safety mechanism is released, and the Satellite Cannon activation process starts.

Dialogue from Tiffa and Garrod accompanies the sound of the Gundam receiving microwave energy, while the LEDs gradually illuminate to represent the system charging.

Once the X-shaped panel turns green, pulling the trigger activates the complete Satellite Cannon firing sequence, recreating one of the most recognizable moments associated with the original Gundam X.

Bandai has specifically incorporated sequences based on the Satellite Cannon scenes from Episodes 5 and 39, providing another direct connection to key moments from the television series.

Both reveals arrive during Gundam X’s 30th anniversary project, which has recently seen the confirmation of a new sequel manga as well as the re-release of the series’ definitive blu-ray collection.

The “PROPLICA G-Controller” is priced at ¥20,350 (approx. $128 USD / £94 GBP) and will open for pre-orders through Premium Bandai Japan on August 28 at 4:00 PM JST.

Shipping is currently scheduled for February 2027, while availability through Premium Bandai US has not been confirmed at the time of writing.

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