Bandai will quite often go back and redesign the granddaddy of all Gundam, the RX-78-2. It’s usually the first kit when a new grade or line is launched. It also is redone after some years have passed and new engineering methods allow for a much different type of model. The Revive group, as it’s come to be called, actually started with the Guncannon which seems symbolic considering that is what started the HGUC line off back in 1999.
It’s classic and I have a fondness for the general look of the RX-78-2 overall however for a new model this seems very much subdued or even a little plain. Best example might be the backpack.
Now with Bandai’s know-how we are seeing small models with plenty of details such as panel lines and raised surfaces which really makes them look modern. The Revive RX-78-2 is a throw-back to the old days of Gundam. Get out your marker and draw one panel line.
G30th version of the RX-78-2 had the Gundam Hammer. C’mon Bandai. Y u no give me Gundam Hammer? Ah yes, those extra weapons were planned for the magazines with bonus parts. That seems to be the way of things these days. You get what the RX-78-2 should have and that’s about it.
Part of the hype regarding a redo of the RX-78-2 was the improved articulation and that is definitely there most noticeably in the arms.
It’s quite simple and not revolutionary, yet it does allow you to do more with the kit. But I now can do this epic pose!
This kit passes the balance test as well.
The kit overall holds together just fine and is well balanced but really there’s not much to say about a small HG kit that sells for 1000 yen. It’s actually a pretty great deal when you think about it that way. The Revive line will serve a good purpose if it gives people the suits they love in an updated newer form but it’s nothing revolutionary. But your favourite MS coming to you again is a good thing, no?
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