This week on Play Comics, we’re taking you on a high-speed tour through Mobile Suit Gundam: Encounters in Space, a PS2 classic that’s equal parts thrilling dogfight simulator and love letter to Universal Century lore. From piloting iconic mobile suits to reenacting pivotal battles from the One Year War, this game has everything a Gundam fan could ask for—except ground-based combat (but hey, who needs dirt when you’ve got asteroids?).
Joining us for this cosmic adventure is George from Shortbox Summary, who brings his signature wit and deep knowledge of pop culture to the discussion. Together, we’ll explore what makes Encounters in Space stand out among Gundam games, share our favorite moments from its sprawling story modes, and maybe even speculate about Zeon’s questionable interior design choices. Strap in—it’s going to be a bumpy ride through the stars!
Learn such things as:
Did George really say starting with SD Gundam is a viable option for me?
If you can’t find a character you like here, are you even trying?
Zoomy zoomy, shooty shooty giant robots got big booties.
And so much more!
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A big thanks to the Zombie Date Night 2 Kickstarter campaign and the BicentenniKILL + Invasion from Planet Wresletopia Kickstarter campaign for the promos today.
Intro/Outro Music by Backing Track, who would rather be a mech than a pilot.
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