Gundam GQuuuuuuX Was a Success for Bandai Namco

The anime Gundam GQuuuuuuX was a success in Japan, even after receiving mixed reactions from viewers. According to Bandai Namco, the production achieved impressive numbers in theaters as well as on TV and streaming platforms.

Gundam GQuuuuuuX Was a Success for Bandai Namco

The success of Gundam GQuuuuuuX began with its theatrical release in Japan, which grossed 3.58 billion yen (approximately 24.3 million USD). This result placed the production as the second highest-grossing film in Gundam history, behind only Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM.

A curious detail is that the movie is simply a recompilation of the first TV episodes, unlike SEED FREEDOM, which is a completely original film.

High TV and Streaming Audience

Beyond theaters, the anime reached high ratings on Japanese TV and streaming services. According to Naohiro Ogata, director at Bandai Namco Filmworks, all audience and merchandise sales goals were exceeded.

Ogata highlighted that the partnership between Studio Sunrise and Studio Khara was key to reaching new audiences, including younger viewers who had never watched a Gundam anime and veteran fans who had been away from the franchise.

Despite some criticism, the anime Gundam GQuuuuuuX was a success in attracting a new generation of viewers while reigniting the passion of longtime fans. Each week, Twitter buzzed with excitement over what Machu, Nyan, and Shuji would do next.

Even Naoki Yoshida, producer of Final Fantasy XIV, mentioned being inspired by the way the series blends traditional and modern elements.