[Mise à jour 2022/09/06 23:45]In the title of the first edition of the article and in the SNS message, it was described as “5 to 5”, but the correct one is “6 to 6”. We apologize for the correction.
BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc. and BANDAI NAMCO Online Inc. are developing a first-person shooter.“GUNDAM EVOLUTION”on,PC version official service starts at 11:00 a.m. on September 22 (Thursday)announcement. Note that,Home console version official service will start on December 1 (Thursday)It is planned to be
“GUNDAM EVOLUTION” is a team-based shooter where you can control the “moving suits” that appear in the popular anime series “Gundam” and enjoy fast-paced 6v6 battles. In the artwork, units appear from from a wide range of series such as “Gundam”, “Sazabi”, “Pale Rider” and “Ashimar”. Enjoy an immersive battle with three game rules.
In the program where this announcement was made, the new units that will be implemented in “Season 1” when the official service begins are “Unicorn Gundam” and “Zaku II”.[格闘装備]and “Mahiro” were unveiled. In addition, 4 types of maps such as “Port City” will be added, and when the official service starts, it will be a game environment with a total of 10 maps.
In addition to the above, the program revealed more than 500 types of custom items, the “DX Edition” pack that will be sold at the time of official service, and the decision to hold a tournament with a prize in Japan.
The selection of participating teams will be announced in October. An exhibition match will also take place at the end of September, so those interested in esports competitions should check out the follow-up report.
The full press release is below.
New FPS game “GUNDAM EVOLUTION”
The official service of the PC version will start on September 22, 2022!
Start of the official service of the home console version scheduled for December 1, 2022!
BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc. and BANDAI NAMCO Online Inc. announced the official launch of the PC version of “GUNDAM EVOLUTION” from 11:00 a.m. on September 22, 2022 (Thursday).
The official service of the home console version is scheduled for December 1, 2022 (Thursday).
◆ The official service of the PC version will be decided on September 22! ◆
We announced that the PC version of the new FPS game “GUNDAM EVOLUTION” will be officially launched on Thursday, September 22 at 11:00.
The official service for the home console version, which was announced at the same time as the PC version, is scheduled for December 1 (Thursday).
We sincerely apologize for keeping everyone waiting for the console release.
We ask that you please wait a moment so that we can reflect the improvements received from everyone and further improve the quality.
■ PC version official service
▽ Official service start date
September 22, 2022 (Thursday) 11:00 a.m. (scheduled)
*EVO Coins* will be purchased approximately 2 days after service launch.
▽ Service area
Japan, North America, Europe, Asia (some regions)
▽ Platform
Japan: Windows (Bandai Namco ID)
North America, Europe, Asia (part of each zone): STEAM
■ Official home console version service
▽ Official service start date
December 1, 2022 (Thursday) (planned)
▽ Service area
Japan, North America/Europe (some regions)
▽ Platform
PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4
Xbox Series X|S ＆ Xbox One
*Matching between PS5/PS4 and XSX│S/Xbox one is not supported.
Like PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, players on the same platform can form a party and play against each other, but they cannot play between different platforms of PlayStation and Xbox.
◆ SEASON 1 Information Release ◆
In the “GUNDAM EVOLUTION Mission Briefing”, we have released information about SEASON 1 which will start from the official PC version service.
In addition to new units, new functions and new items that will appear at the start of the official service, we will introduce various information such as tournaments with prizes.
If you haven’t watched it yet, be sure to check it out.
■「GUNDAM EVOLUTION Mission Briefing」
Delivery URL:https://youtu.be/ynSTdruxPcM
■ “GUNDAM EVOLUTION Season 1 Release Trailer”
URL：https://youtu.be/gnOl1dbn_rU
New Unit Appearance
New units added from the official PC version service have been released.
▽ Unicorn Gundam
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▽Zaku II[格闘装備]
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▽Mahiro
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Add a new map
At the time of the PC version official service, 4 new maps will be added and you can play on a total of 10 maps.
▽Port City (capture points)
▽ Canyon Base (Capture Points)
▽Mountain Research Institute (Domination)
▽ Defense equipment control area (destruction)
■ Tournament with cash prizes will take place!
We announced a tournament with a prize in Japan. Additionally, the final is set to be held offline in Tokyo.
The selection of teams participating in the tournament will be based on the SEASON 1 ladder match rate, and details will be announced in October.
◇ What is “GUNDAM EVOLUTION”?
“Wake up, limit control–“
“GUNDAM EVOLUTION” is a 6v6 online FPS title that battles using mobile suits that appear in the popular “Gundam” anime series.
Realize a fast and immersive operation experience. Let’s work together as a team and aim for victory while switching between different unique mobile combinations.
Official service for the PC version will begin on September 22, 2022, and official service for home game consoles will begin on December 1, 2022.
For more details, please check the official website.https://gundamevolution.jp/
Check out the latest trailer herehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sgqqKxMSdsU
◇Title Preview
Title Name: GUNDAM EVOLUTION
Platforms: PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC (Bandai Namco ID version)
Genre: Gundam Team Shooter
Service area: Japan, North America/Europe/Asia
*Asia will only be available on PC (STEAM version).
*Please see the “GUNDAM EVOLUTION Mission Briefing” for detailed service areas for each area.
Official start of the PC version: September 22, 2022
Start of official service of the home console version: scheduled for December 1, 2022
Expected Price: Free Base Game + Paid Item (*We plan to purchase the paid item “EVO coin” two days after service starts.)
Music: Tadayoshi Makino
Official site:https://gundamevolution.jp/
Official Twitter account:https://twitter.com/GUNDAMEVO_JP
LINE account:https://lin.ee/jRRv4dQ
YouTube account:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZB_omuxPt54zMyth6Gr0Mw
Development: Bandai Namco Online Inc.
Operated by: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc. and BANDAI NAMCO Online Inc.
Copyright notation: (C) Sotsu / Sunrise
*“PlayStation”, “PS5” and “PS4” are registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc.
*(C) Microsoft 2021. Microsoft, Xbox, Xbox Live, Xbox One and Xbox-related logos are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation and/or its subsidiaries in the United States.
◇About BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc.
https://www.bandainamcoent.co.jp/
As part of BANDAI NAMCO Group’s goal of “Fun for All into the Future”, BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment will bring fun and excitement to fans around the world and pursue smiles and happiness into the future.
Focusing on intellectual property (intellectual property such as characters), we provide fans around the world with high-quality content that can be enjoyed for a long time and a variety of entertainment through network content, home video games and entertainment from life.
◇About BANDAI NAMCO Online Inc.
https://www.bandainamco-ol.co.jp/
Online games from Japan to the world
Within the BANDAI NAMCO group, we specialize in the online gaming sector.
We develop various contents and services regardless of device, such as smartphone games and PC online games, including the original IP “IDOLiSH7”.
In addition, we are also focusing on the development of next-generation flagship titles such as online action RPG “BLUE PROTOCOL” and team-based combat FPS “GUNDAM EVOLUTION”.
We will continue to rise to the challenge of creating Japanese online games and original intellectual property that will impact the world.
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