Gundam Assemble Tabletop Game: 2026 Release Guide & Prices
Gundam Assemble Tabletop Game: Full 2026 Release Guide
Bandai's new Gundam Assemble is a tabletop miniatures wargame launching worldwide in October 2026. Players assemble and paint their own 5cm-scale plastic Mobile Suits, then battle them in fast, squad-based matches using tactics cards, dice, and terrain. Here's everything confirmed so far: release dates, what's in the Starter Set, the full product lineup, and where to preorder.
Table of Contents
- What Is Gundam Assemble?
- When Does Gundam Assemble Release?
- What's Inside the Starter Set?
- Full Product Lineup & Release Calendar
- Which Gundam Series Does It Feature?
- Which Gundam Assemble Product Should You Buy?
- Is This the Same as the Gundam Card Game?
- Where to Buy in Vaughan & the GTA
- FAQ
What Is Gundam Assemble?
Gundam Assemble is Bandai Spirits' new competitive tabletop miniatures game built around the Gundam universe. Instead of pre-built pieces, every Mobile Suit is a roughly 5cm (2-inch) plastic model kit that players assemble and paint themselves, Bandai describes it as "capturing the enjoyment of plastic model kits" while layering in a full tactical battle game on top.
- Squad-based combat. Matches use a minimum 3-vs-3 squad configuration, with movement, positioning, and dice-based attack resolution.
- Tactics cards. Strategic options are driven by a tactics card system rather than the miniatures alone.
- Terrain matters. Games are played on a map with cardboard terrain pieces that affect positioning and strategy.
- A companion platform. Bandai is launching "Bandai Tabletop Games," an official event-management platform, alongside the game for tournament registration and match tracking.
When Does Gundam Assemble Release?
Gundam Assemble launches worldwide in October 2026 with five items releasing simultaneously, followed by monthly waves. Bandai has said over 30 items are planned within the game's first year, so expect more waves to be announced beyond what's confirmed below.
| Date | What Releases |
|---|---|
| October 2026 | Starter Set 01, Deluxe Set 01, Expansion Pack 01, Expansion Pack 02, Paint Pack 01 |
| November 2026 | Expansion Pack 03, Expansion Pack 04 |
| December 2026 | Deluxe Set 02, Expansion Pack 05 |
What's Inside the Starter Set?
Starter Set 01 is the intended entry point, priced at $59.95 CAD at New Realm Games. It's rated for ages 15+ and includes everything needed to play a full 3-vs-3 game:
- 6 miniatures
- 18 tactics cards
- 6 unit cards
- 1 game map
- Dice set
- Cardboard terrain
- Game tokens
- Handbook and quick reference sheets
The six Mobile Suits included are RX-78-2 Gundam, Char's Zaku II, Wing Gundam Zero EW, Gundam Epyon, Gundam Barbatos Lupus Rex, and Gundam Vidar, a mix spanning the original series through Iron-Blooded Orphans, so new players get a taste of multiple Gundam eras right out of the box.
Full Product Lineup & Release Calendar
October 2026
- Starter Set 01 (ST01) — $59.95 CAD — full 3v3 game, the recommended starting point
- Deluxe Set 01 (DX01) — $119.95 CAD — themed on the original Mobile Suit Gundam series, scales up to 5v5 battles with battleship commands
- Expansion Pack 01 (EX01) — $49.95 CAD
- Expansion Pack 02 (EX02) — $49.95 CAD
- Paint Pack 01 (PA01) — $54.95 CAD — three unpainted models: RX-78-2 Gundam, RX-75 Guntank, and RX-77-2 Guncannon, for the hobby-painting side of the game
November 2026
- Expansion Pack 03 (EX03) — $49.95 CAD
- Expansion Pack 04 (EX04) — $49.95 CAD
Across the Expansion Packs, Bandai has confirmed Mobile Suits are drawn from the Universal Century timeline, Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury, and Gundam Wing — exact per-pack rosters haven't been itemized yet.
December 2026
- Deluxe Set 02 (DX02) — $189.95 CAD
- Expansion Pack 05 (EX05) — $49.95 CAD
Which Gundam Series Does Gundam Assemble Feature?
Bandai's pitch for the line is "Mobile Suits from all worlds and timelines gather together," and the confirmed lineup backs that up. This isn't a single-series spin-off, it pulls from across the whole Gundam franchise:
| Product | Gundam Series / Timeline | Mobile Suits Confirmed |
|---|---|---|
| Starter Set 01 | Mobile Suit Gundam, Gundam Wing, Iron-Blooded Orphans (mixed) | RX-78-2 Gundam, Char's Zaku II, Wing Gundam Zero EW, Gundam Epyon, Gundam Barbatos Lupus Rex, Gundam Vidar |
| Deluxe Set 01 | Mobile Suit Gundam (original series) | Not yet itemized by Bandai |
| Deluxe Set 02 | Mobile Suit Gundam SEED | Not yet itemized by Bandai |
| Expansion Pack 01 | Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn | 3 designs, not yet individually named |
| Expansion Pack 02 | Mobile Suit Gundam: The Witch from Mercury | 3 designs, not yet individually named |
| Expansion Pack 03 | Mobile Suit Gundam (original series) | 3 designs, not yet individually named |
| Expansion Pack 04 | Gundam Wing (Operation Meteor) | 3 designs, not yet individually named |
| Expansion Pack 05 | Gundam Wing (OZ) | 3 designs, not yet individually named |
| Paint Pack 01 | Mobile Suit Gundam (original series) | RX-78-2 Gundam, RX-75 Guntank, RX-77-2 Guncannon |
That's six confirmed series across nine products at launch: the original 1979 Mobile Suit Gundam, Gundam Unicorn, Gundam Wing, Iron-Blooded Orphans, The Witch from Mercury, and Gundam SEED so whichever era of Gundam you're into, there's likely an entry point already announced.
Which Gundam Assemble Product Should You Buy?
Every set plays on its own, and Expansion Packs add to whichever Starter or Deluxe Set you start with. Pick based on how you want to get in:
| You want... | Get this | Why |
|---|---|---|
| To try the game for the first time | Starter Set 01 | Everything needed for a full 3v3 game at the lowest price point |
| A bigger battle out of the box | Deluxe Set 01 | Scales up to 5v5 with battleship commands included |
| More factions and Mobile Suits | Expansion Packs | Add UC, Witch from Mercury, and Gundam Wing units to an existing set |
| Just the hobby/painting side | Paint Pack 01 | Three unpainted models, no game components needed |
| The biggest single purchase | Deluxe Set 02 | Largest confirmed set, releasing December 2026 |
Where to Buy Gundam Assemble in Vaughan & the GTA
New Realm Games has the full confirmed Gundam Assemble lineup open for pre-order, wave by wave as each one releases. Stop by our Vaughan location or order online for shipping across the GTA and Canada.
New Realm Games
30 Famous Ave, Unit 141A, Woodbridge, ON L4L 9M3
📞 +833 955 4263 | ✉️ info@newrealmgames.com
Browse the full Gundam Assemble collection at New Realm Games.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gundam Assemble?
A new tabletop miniatures wargame from Bandai Spirits where players assemble and paint their own 5cm-scale Gundam Mobile Suit models, then battle them in squad-based matches.
When does Gundam Assemble release?
October 2026 for the first wave (Starter Set 01, Deluxe Set 01, Expansion Packs 01–02, Paint Pack 01), with Expansion Packs 03–04 in November and Deluxe Set 02 plus Expansion Pack 05 in December.
What scale are the miniatures?
Approximately 5cm (2-inch) scale plastic model kits, assembled and painted by the player not pre-built.
How many players / what's the squad size?
Games use a minimum 3-vs-3 squad configuration; Deluxe Set 01 supports larger 5-vs-5 battles.
Is Gundam Assemble the same as the Gundam Card Game?
No. They're two separate product lines from Bandai that both use the "Gundam Assemble" name for part of their lineup this guide covers the new tabletop miniatures game, not the trading card game's starter decks.
Do I have to paint the miniatures to play?
No, but painting is part of the game's appeal. Paint Pack 01 exists specifically for players who want extra models purely for the hobby side.
Where can I pre-order in Canada?
New Realm Games in Vaughan carries the full confirmed lineup — browse the Gundam Assemble collection or visit us in-store.
