Bandai Namco Announces Gundam Rogue Orbit for 2027

A new video game set in the Mobile Suit Gundam universe was announced during the Summer Game Fest showcase. Titled Gundam Rogue Orbit, the third-person action game is being developed by Bandai Namco and is scheduled for release in 2027 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.

The announcement was accompanied by a gameplay trailer depicting pilots in mobile suits engaging in fast-paced combat against large robotic creatures. The game is described as a high-mobility action title that blends a cinematic story with intense combat. According to official descriptions, players will take on the role of a star pilot named REX to change humanity's fate in an all-new, original universe not directly tied to any existing Gundam anime or manga series.

This new entry represents a departure from many recent Gundam games, which have often focused on competitive online play or model kit customization. The publisher's description frames Rogue Orbit as a more story-driven, single-player experience, contrasting with titles like the now-shuttered Gundam Evolution or the recently released Gundam Breaker 4. The trailer's emphasis on melee combat and large-scale enemy encounters has drawn comparisons...