
Before the “Gundam” franchise, the world went gaga over “Astro Boy,” “Mazinger G,” and “Space Battleship Yamato.” However, none of those three could achieve the success of “Gundam” as the media have spanned the range of toys and even video games. Even if you have the likes of “Hogwarts Legacy” now, playing “Gundam” still offers you a good feeling. Get to know the best “Gundam” games ever created in history.
1. ‘Gundam: Battle Assault 2’
First on the list is “Gundam: Battle Assault 2.” Launched in 2002, you know how this game fares in graphic design, and it isn’t the best. Unfortunately, this only allows you to fight through various story modes in 2D
But what are poor graphics if the real deal here is to beat friends with 30 different mobile suits from around the franchise’s most popular series? Experience matches such as Char versus Zechs that will lure you into playing this game hours on hours.
2. ‘Gundam Wing: Endless Duel’
One of the greatest “Gundam” fighting games of all time on the Super Nintendo Entertainment System, this will remind you of “Street Fighter” games. Everything about it will make you feel you’ve brought home your entire favorite arcade venue. The Graphics are amazing and audio is excellent on their own.
How the gameplay flows and uses thrusters genuinely offer you the impression of controlling a massive robot instead of a weightless two-dimensional game sprite, which is something that previous “Gundam” games have failed to deliver. This is for you if you are a fan of fighting games in general and in themselves.
3. ‘SD Gundam Battle Alliance’
Alright, if bad graphics are not your thing, you can play “SD Gundam Battle Alliance,” released just in 2022 across multiple platforms, including Nintendo Switch, PlayStations 5 and 4, Xbox Series X, and Xbox One. This game isn’t new and amateur because it followed the formula established by previous entries and presented it in a super-deformed or SD style. It’s touted as the most polished of this kind of style, but the sheer number of over 70 suits and upgrades is too tedious to handle.
4. ‘Dynasty Warriors: Gundam Reborn’
This game combines “Dynasty Warriors” with “Gundam,” hence “Dynasty Warriors: Gundam Reborn” was conceived. Some gaming insiders don’t like this fusion, which is why it is at this rank. However, this hack-and-slash masterpiece has some of the most well-realized battles in this game, and several players think its story mode is the best in the series. Others would come for the explosions, the addictive leveling mechanics, and how you can smash a weaponized asteroid into Earth.
5. ‘Gundam Evolution’
Fifth on the list is “Gundam Evolution,” the game for those who want a combination of “Overwatch” feels and mobile suits. The gameplay is superb, and you can choose from several mecha suits according to your playstyle. Had it been continued, it would keep its position in this fifth rank spot, but some gamers pointed out its greedy microtransactions and shutdown sometime after its release.
6. ‘Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. Maxiboost ON’
If you still have your PlayStation 4 and haven’t still upgraded to PS5, then “Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. Maxiboost ON” is among the best games to experience. This video game is touted as the “shining apex” of the long-time-running “Gundam Versus” sub-series games, catapulting it to earn the title of the ultimate Gundam experience.
The steep learning curve of the series is kept, but you can conquer this barrier to find a massive amount of metal-mashing entertainment. It’s tough to find fault, considering these stuff. After playing this, you can also try the “Mobile Suit Gundam Extreme Vs. 2 OverBoost” game, too.
7. ‘Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation Code Fairy’
“Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation Code Fairy” takes a distinctive route when considering “Gundam” games. Do you know why? Its story eschews multiplayer in favor of a formidable single-player experience.
This game’s story revolves around a team of Zeon pilots on the North American front during the One-Year War. In “Gundam,” this war was one of the most devastating conflicts. So, experience this battle in a video game is priceless.
8. ‘Mobile Suit Gundam: Battle Operation 2’
Don’t get confused about those complex titles because maybe it’s part of the “Gundam” brand. Going back, this is a team-based shooter that looks and feels so realistic, though it may disappoint players who miss the fast-paced action of the anime. For one, there is no solid story, but you will focus on playing against other pilots online as you wrestle, donning your Universal Century-era mecha suits around a wide range of maps.
Plus, there’s a twist. Players can exit their robot to capture spawn points, snatch mobile suits of opponents, and drive vehicles. Be sure to check out the latest update of the game on PS5. It’s awesome.
9. ‘Mobile Suit Gundam: Bonds Of The Battlefield 2’
Now, if you still have your arcade console with you, try this game. Released in 2006, the prequel game lets you experience a Panoramic Optical Display or POD, providing players with a wild real-world view of what it feels like to sit inside the cockpit of a giant robot.
The sequel, launched in 2021, enhances your POD experience by replacing it with three 43-inch HD screens and updates the visuals massively, thank you to Unreal Engine. The result? Authentic experience with “Gundam” that you will remember for years.
10. ‘Gundam Breaker Mobile’
The last “Gundam” game on this list is somewhat the odd one out. There were a lot of downsides to this video game, but among every “Gundam” game out there, it still stood out because of how fulfilling it had been to play, literally giving you in-game cash to build the boldest mobile suit you can ever create. Sure, it was only a mobile title and was shut down in 2023, but those who could experience the game would absolutely post about their encounter on social media.
Surprisingly and interestingly, there are a lot of “Gundam” video games out there, compared to the limited number of games from other popular franchises like “Harry Potter.” For a guide to the best, follow the list above.