'Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation 2' Latest Update: God Gundam and Freedom Gundam Coming to PS5/PS4 on April 30!
Bandai Namco Entertainment announced the arrival of God Gundam and Freedom Gundam to GBO2 on PlayStation, alongside a massive Golden Week campaign and Steam's 3rd Anniversary events.
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Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc. has announced the latest information for the online-exclusive game "Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Operation 2" (GBO2) on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Steam, scheduled for implementation after the April 30 update.
In the PS5/PS4 versions, "God Gundam" and "Freedom Gundam," which were previously released on the Steam version, will be added over a two-week period. Additionally, the "Golden Week Campaign" will begin on April 30 at 14:00. The "Bato-Off!" community event will also return this year, with application forms now open for pilots.
In the Steam version, the "3rd Anniversary Pre-month Festival" will commence after maintenance on April 30. Furthermore, the level 2 for "Wing Gundam Zero [EW]" will be unlocked, and a special "Steam Version Supply Drop MS Request" event will be held to celebrate the upcoming 3rd anniversary in late May.
The latest update broadcast, "Battle Operation Station | April 2026 Edition," is now live as of April 27, 20:00. Narrated by Ayaka Nanase (voice of Tenda Begin), the video introduces the combat styles of God Gundam and Freedom Gundam and provides details on the Golden Week rewards.
**Unit Details:**
- **God Gundam (from Mobile Fighter G Gundam):** Arriving April 30 as a COST 700 Raid unit. It features "Hyper Mode LV1" and "Meikyo Shisui LV1." Its "Heavy Attack (D)," "God Slash [Wave]," and "Sekiha Tenkyoken" can all be used in mid-air, allowing for dynamic 3D close-quarters combat.
- **Freedom Gundam (from Mobile Suit Gundam SEED):** Arriving May 7 as a COST 700 General unit. It features "Phase Shift Armor LV1" and "High-mat Mode LV1." This version includes buffs to "Flap Booster" and "Aerial Control Program" to enhance its high-mobility aerial combat capabilities.
Performance adjustments for these units will be applied to the Steam version simultaneously with their PS5/PS4 release. Special promotional videos showcasing these two iconic units are currently available on YouTube.
**Golden Week Campaign Details:**
Starting April 30, the "God Gundam Guaranteed STEP UP Supply Drop" will be held, featuring the new custom part "Educational Computer [Special Attack] LV1" as a bonus. VR Operator packs for Lacus Clyne and Meer Campbell will also be resold. Additionally, various facility enhancement campaigns will triple the success rates for MS strengthening.
In the PS5/PS4 versions, "God Gundam" and "Freedom Gundam," which were previously released on the Steam version, will be added over a two-week period. Additionally, the "Golden Week Campaign" will begin on April 30 at 14:00. The "Bato-Off!" community event will also return this year, with application forms now open for pilots.
In the Steam version, the "3rd Anniversary Pre-month Festival" will commence after maintenance on April 30. Furthermore, the level 2 for "Wing Gundam Zero [EW]" will be unlocked, and a special "Steam Version Supply Drop MS Request" event will be held to celebrate the upcoming 3rd anniversary in late May.
The latest update broadcast, "Battle Operation Station | April 2026 Edition," is now live as of April 27, 20:00. Narrated by Ayaka Nanase (voice of Tenda Begin), the video introduces the combat styles of God Gundam and Freedom Gundam and provides details on the Golden Week rewards.
**Unit Details:**
- **God Gundam (from Mobile Fighter G Gundam):** Arriving April 30 as a COST 700 Raid unit. It features "Hyper Mode LV1" and "Meikyo Shisui LV1." Its "Heavy Attack (D)," "God Slash [Wave]," and "Sekiha Tenkyoken" can all be used in mid-air, allowing for dynamic 3D close-quarters combat.
- **Freedom Gundam (from Mobile Suit Gundam SEED):** Arriving May 7 as a COST 700 General unit. It features "Phase Shift Armor LV1" and "High-mat Mode LV1." This version includes buffs to "Flap Booster" and "Aerial Control Program" to enhance its high-mobility aerial combat capabilities.
Performance adjustments for these units will be applied to the Steam version simultaneously with their PS5/PS4 release. Special promotional videos showcasing these two iconic units are currently available on YouTube.
**Golden Week Campaign Details:**
Starting April 30, the "God Gundam Guaranteed STEP UP Supply Drop" will be held, featuring the new custom part "Educational Computer [Special Attack] LV1" as a bonus. VR Operator packs for Lacus Clyne and Meer Campbell will also be resold. Additionally, various facility enhancement campaigns will triple the success rates for MS strengthening.