Box Art Extravaganza: September 2026

Our end of the woods had an extended period of inclement weather, but it seems all is getting better now. Which means my annual hobby hiatus is finally ending so here's a perfect catchup of upcoming kits of interest... to me. MODEROID 1/60 PythonSeptember 2026 / ¥5,900 Patlabor fans are having a great year in … Continue reading Box Art Extravaganza: September 2026 →

Box Art Extravaganza: June 2026

UPDATED June 21, 2026 As we crawl towards the end of June, we would be seeing a launch of a new line, with some peculiarities. I'm talking about the new HG Kero-Pla New Keroro Robo, along with the spanking new packaging design, a far cry from the cheap illustratons of the old kits. This is … Continue reading Box Art Extravaganza: June 2026 →

Going for Preference: 30 Minutes Label’s Latest Reveals

Ahead of Bandai Hobby's new product reveals for Q4 2026, their 30 Minutes Label group dropped their 14th new product launch for their four main brands. And for this batch, I'm leaning towards 30 Minutes Preference for those that got my curiosity. You can checkout the stream after my unsolicited thoughts so let's get right … Continue reading Going for Preference: 30 Minutes Label’s Latest Reveals →

Shizuoka Hobby Show 2026: New Series “Vertex Force” Goes 30 Minutes Preference?

Mecha fans are in for a treat in 2026 with the several productions set for release, including old franchises getting new installments and very interesting original stories. The latter is the case for Vertex Force, a Fall 2026 series from director Kazuhiro Takamura who previously helmed Strike Witches and Vividred Operation. I am well aware … Continue reading Shizuoka Hobby Show 2026: New Series “Vertex Force” Goes 30 Minutes Preference? →

Sad Day for AC Fans? New 30 Minutes Missions Reveals

Bandai Spirits Hobby Division had their Q3 2026 reveals the other day, and we already know most of the Gunpla announcements thanks to their post-Hathaway premiere live stream. So, I'm very much looking at what the guys over at the 30 Minutes Label are up to, and they do have interesting items to show. While … Continue reading Sad Day for AC Fans? New 30 Minutes Missions Reveals →