Exciting News for Anime Fans: Full-Length VR Anime Coming to Meta Quest
If you’re a fan of anime and virtual reality, get ready for an immersive experience like never before! Bandai Namco Filmworks, in partnership with Atlas V, has announced the release of their feature-length VR anime, “Mobile Suit Gundam Silver Phantom,” on Meta Quest 2 and 3 on October 3.
This announcement was made at Anime NYC, sponsored by Yen Press and Ize Press, and fans are buzzing with excitement. Directed by Kenichi Suzuki and written by Ryōji Sekinishi, this VR anime promises to be a must-watch for Gundam enthusiasts.
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The story is set in the Universal Century 0096 and promises to deliver a visually stunning and immersive experience for viewers. With characters designed by Tsukasa Kotobuki and mechanical design by Mika Akitaka, this project is set to raise the bar for VR anime production.
Not only that, but the project is backed by an incredible team of staff members, including composer Yoshiya Ikeda and sound director Sadayoshi Fujino. Plus, Shōko Nakagawa will be performing the film’s theme song “Across the World,” adding another layer of excitement to the project.
But that’s not all—Bandai Namco Filmworks has also announced another exciting Gundam project, “Mobile Suit Gundam: Requiem for Vengeance,” which will debut on Netflix with episodes streaming worldwide on October 17. Produced entirely with Epic Games’ Unreal Engine 5, this project promises to push the boundaries of animation technology.
So mark your calendars for October 3 and get ready to experience Gundam like never before in the world of virtual reality. This immersive adventure is a groundbreaking project that is sure to delight fans of the series and newcomers alike. Stay tuned for more updates and get ready for a VR anime experience like no other!
Sources: E-mail correspondence, Bandai Namco Filmworks panel at Anime NYC (Anita Tai)
Disclosure: Bandai Namco Filmworks Inc. (Sunrise) is a non-controlling, minority shareholder in Anime News Network Inc.
