Author: Anna
Gunpla TV – 1/60 Mazinger Z Infinity Ver.
Standing 423mm tall, the new 1/60 Mazinger Z Infinity Ver. may be the ultimate Mazinger kit to date from Bandai! Much like the Mega Size Gundam kits, however, this big boy features some impressive details on the outside, but other facets such as inner frames and articulation aren’t as elaborate. But — with a number of trick features, such as an LED unit for the head and Iron Cutters fo...
1/60 Mazinger Z Infinity Ver. Unboxing
The biggest Mazinger Z kit yet is here: the Mazinger Z Infinity Ver. by Bandai. The above photo doesn’t do the box justice, so here’s a better one: At 1/60 scale it’s going to be pretty massive when completed — 43cm tall, that is! However, bear in mind: though it’s the same scale as a PG Gundam, it’s certainly not a perfect grade, as it’s not a very comple...
Gunpla TV – Episode 351 – New Arrivals for March 6th
Bandai hits the ground running this March with its slew of new releases that just came into stock! There’s only one Gundam release this week, however, with the arrival of a new Iron Blooded Orphans kit: the Gundam Marchosias. We also have a number of other exciting releases such as the enormous 1/60 scale Mazinger Z! While it may be the same size and scale as Perfect Grade kits this one look...
HG Gundam Marchosias Unboxing
This week’s new Gunpla kit has arrived: the HG Gundam Marchosias! A break from the recent wave of Build Divers kits, the Marchosias hails from Iron Blooded Orphans, and comes in a 1/144 scale HG kit. Let’s jump in! The Box This Gundam comes packing swords. A lot of swords. Bandai shows off a few of the details, and points out that you can get some great aerial poses with an Action Base...
Gunpla TV – Hello Kitty x Gundam Collaboration
We’ve got the Hello Kitty x Gundam collaboration kits assembled and ready to go — say hello! To Haro! …And Kitty! Bandai celebrates the 45th anniversary of Sanrio’s beloved Hello Kitty and the 40th anniversary of “Mobile Suit Gundam” with this set: an SD EX-Standard kit of RX-78-2 Gundam and Hello Kitty as well as a Hello Kitty themed Haro! In this episode:– Hello Kitty/RX-...
Gunpla TV – Petitrits Saber Miyamoto Musashi & Female Master
Saber Miyamoto Musashi & Female Master are here from Bandai’s new(ish) line of Petitrits model kits created in September 2019. This line features “petit-sized” articulated figures, as model kits for fans and builders alike to enjoy! The series kicked off with kits from “Fate/Grand Order,” and the lineup has only grown. There are currently 5 kits avaibale, with Saber Miyamoto Musashi and ...
Gunpla TV – Episode 350 – New Arrivals for February 27th
This week, we brought you a look at the new Gunpla arrivals recorded live at our HobbyLink Japan studio! Tune in for a first look at the new Hello Kitty Gunpla collaboration, plus new Gundam, of course! In this episode:– Hello Kitty/RX-78-2 Gundam (SD EX-Standard)– Hello Kitty x Haro (Anniversary Model) – SDBD:R Avalanche Rex Buster– Haropla Haro Basic Green– SD Gunda...
Gunpla TV – Figure-rise LABO Kotori Minami
Another great creation from Bandai has arrived: Figure-riseLABO Kotori Minami from “Love Live!”. Kotori’s sparkling dress makes for a stunning plastic version of organdie fabric, and the glossy finishes, glitter, and detailed plastic injection really make for a beautiful finished product. This ‘kit’ has the quality of a figure, and is great fun to put together. Join D...
Gunpla TV – HG Soryumaru & Tamashii Girl Aoi
Today, Todd and Dave host a double review: the HG Soryumaru and the adorable Tamashii Girl Aoi! This release marks a special collaboration between Bandai’s Collectors Division and Hobby Division. Todd starts off the review with the Soryumaru, followed up by Dave’s review of Aoi and a look at the combination & transformation process! In this episode:– HG Soryumaru– S.H.F...
Figure-rise LABO Kotori Minami Unboxing
Figure-rise LABO Kotori Minami from “Love Live!” is here! Figure-rise LABO releases are always exciting for us. They’re a rare type of model kit that builds beautiful static figures, but at a fraction of the cost of one. Learn all about Figure-rise LABO in just 5 minutes! This particular kit is the first from “Love Live!” — the LABO line is best known for its Fu...
Gunpla TV – Episode 349 – New Arrivals for February 21st
The biggest release of February is finally in with this week’s new Gunpla arrivals — it’s the Perfect Grade Perfect Strike Gundam! Based on the PG Strike released back in 2004, this new release includes new parts to make it more Perfect! Is there anything more perfect than that? A new Figure-rise LABO kit is in as well. It’s none other than Kotori Minami from the wildly pop...
PG Perfect Strike Gundam Unboxing
The PG Perfect Strike Gundam is here! Using molds from an old PG, Bandai has created this version to include additional never-before-released parts. (As an aside — if you already have the older PG, you can pick up the parts set by itself via Premium Bandai.) Strap in — this is a long one! The Box The box is massive and features a plastic handle on the top for “easy” carryin...
