During the Summer Games Fest stream late last week Bandai Namco Entertainment announced GUNDAM ROGUE ORBIT, a brand new game that takes place in a different timeline where humanity must fight for survival against an unknown threat.
The announcement trailer that debut during the Summer Games Festival stream, and seen below, offers a darker, more realistic. approach to the Gundam universe featuring new characters and mecha designs. The game is also being described as a perfect entry point for newcomers and fans of Sci-Fi stories alike.
About: In GUNDAM ROGUE ORBIT, players will suit up as ace pilot RE-X, the protagonist in this new chapter for Gundam. Step into the cockpit of Gundam Helix, RE-X’s high-mobility suit, so he along with a rag-tag crew of unsung soldiers, can fight to be humanity’s last hope for survival against this unknown enemy. GUNDAM ROGUE ORBIT will feature explosive fast-paced battles set in sprawling environments, with players taking on enemy hordes, massive bosses, and seemingly insurmountable challenges, set against an engaging Sci-Fi backdrop. For Gundam fans, the title promises to deliver the emotionally charged moments and unforgettable action that have made the series one of the world’s most beloved entertainment franchises while also introducing a thrilling new direction for Gundam.
GUNDAM ROGUE ORBIT is in development by Bandai Namco Studios for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC (via Steam) for a 2027 release, with further details to be announced.
