Armor up, Gundam fans. Enjoy the official details below.
SANTA CLARA, Calif., (October 1, 2019) – Leading anime video game developer and publisher BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. today announced the launch of Mobile Suit Gundam® Battle Operation 2 in the Americas for the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system. The free-to-play title will be available as a digital download via the PlayStation Store.
Whether by land or by space, Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation 2 features fan-favorite Mobile Suits for pilots to strap into and lay waste to their foes. Players will fight for survival in intense 6v6 online team battles with players all around the world. Infantry battles in Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation 2 add a new dimension to the in-game combat, giving pilots the ability to take part in the fight alongside mechas, placing bombs in enemy bases or requesting support fire to help decide the outcome of the battle. Additionally, customizable Mobile Suits offer players the opportunity to enhance their favorite mecha through Development Points earned in battle.
“The Gundam franchise is a rich universe featuring storylines full of drama, honor, and intense action,” said Shoya Yamazaki, Director of I.P. Strategy at BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. “By bringing Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation 2 to the Americas, we invite western audiences to experience the Gundam world first-hand by taking part in visceral Gundam Mobile Suit battles and to dive deeper into this storied universe.”
Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation 2 features an ever-evolving rotation of Mobile Suits, stages, costumes, and events; with more content to come following the game’s initial launch. Lastly, the top 10 Mobile Suits chosen by fans between July 18, 2019 to August 16, 2019 during the Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation 2 “Mobilize Your Vote” polling campaign will be made available free to download from October 1, 2019 through October 31, 2019. To see which Mobile Suits made it to the top 10 list – as chosen by fans – please visit: https://gbo2online.com/.
