Entry-Grade Strike Gundam - UNBOXING & Review!

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  • The second Entry-Grade Gundam is here and it's just as amazing as the RX-78-2. But the Strike being the second release also means the original 'wow factor' is a little worn off if you've already built the first.
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  • @explody7836
    @explody7836 2 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    I get that this line is intended to draw in new builders, but Bandai would make an absurd amount of money if they did grunt suits in this style. I know the fine build grunts are similar ish, but I bet this price point and simplicity would make army-building incredibly appealing to some customers who may otherwise avoid it

    • @RaiJolt2
      @RaiJolt2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I absolutely agree.

    • @scumbagbenis8762
      @scumbagbenis8762 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Some eg gms or jegans

    • @explody7836
      @explody7836 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@scumbagbenis8762 exactly eebay o had in mind! But I suspect the clear visor parts might be an issue?

    • @owene2530
      @owene2530 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Pretty much anything being made in entry grade is printing money

  • @ivorybooker8957
    @ivorybooker8957 2 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    Man, where's the EG Zaku II? That's a perfect army-builder kit for the price!

    • @bahamut_the_warrior
      @bahamut_the_warrior 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Or an EG GM. Heck, if Bandai continues this trend of making Wing or G Gundam kits we might even get an EG Leo or Death Army. I highly doubt they’ll actually make this, but an EG Wing Zero Custom would be way past cool.

    • @scumbagbenis8762
      @scumbagbenis8762 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      i don't think they would since they just released the revive but a eg zaku 1 would be sick especially since they wouldn't have to worry about rubber tubing

    • @petrusdimitrilarantukan7678
      @petrusdimitrilarantukan7678 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      As far as i know that eg kit is for main protagonist ms and rx 78,strike and nu is the most popular gundam design in japan

    • @ivorybooker8957
      @ivorybooker8957 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@petrusdimitrilarantukan7678 Granted, they are popular but a Gundam line wouldn't be great without other mobile suits. You can only do hero suits for so long without the EG series going stale. Basically, Bandai's leaving money on the table without some variety.

    • @petrusdimitrilarantukan7678
      @petrusdimitrilarantukan7678 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ivorybooker8957 the hguc revive zaku ii just came out recently why they would make an eg kit too
      Not that i hate if bandai make one i would absolutely love if they do but i just didn't see the reason why would they released an eg zaku ii

  • @MJRLHobbyStuff
    @MJRLHobbyStuff 2 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    This kit looks exciting. Between this, the RX EG and the upcoming Nu RG this line is getting good. Now for some ZEON EG kits

    • @petrusdimitrilarantukan7678
      @petrusdimitrilarantukan7678 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Rg?

    • @kidrobot.
      @kidrobot. 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      exciting? lolwut

    • @MJRLHobbyStuff
      @MJRLHobbyStuff 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@petrusdimitrilarantukan7678 sorry, there is a EG Nu coming out soon

    • @MJRLHobbyStuff
      @MJRLHobbyStuff 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@kidrobot. yes. Price, the value, the potential for getting new builders into the hobby, great place to start working on new skills, paint, paneling, scribing ect…I guess the potential is what I’m excited about. The actual kit is basic for sure

    • @kidrobot.
      @kidrobot. 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@MJRLHobbyStuff wouldnt the rx 78 full weapon set be better? also they have the double pack with zaku and gundam pen as well

  • @theautisticguitarist7560
    @theautisticguitarist7560 2 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Bandai don't make model kits any more, they make tiny plastic mic drops.

  • @mr_quasar
    @mr_quasar ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My friend gifted this to me for my B-day; it looks like Entry Grade is the new "low-end" HG after all. After seeing the vid, I'm glad they gifted this to me, looks seriously fun

  • @johnnygutierrez41
    @johnnygutierrez41 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Can't wait to get this. I love testing color options with the entry grade line.

  • @aFinalNote
    @aFinalNote 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Excellent video! Gonna be painting for the first time ever and gonna use this guy as a sacrificial piece. I'm certain it's gonna look awesome though.

  • @RazgrizFllaga
    @RazgrizFllaga 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    you can paint strike rouge colour scheme on this one Zack.

  • @rey-o
    @rey-o 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I’m going to have to get one of these, I’m just fascinated by the articulation and build quality relative to the price point. Thanks for another great video!

  • @georgiots1409
    @georgiots1409 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Looking forward to picking this kit up. Looks like it will be fun to work on. The strike is one of my favorites so I try to get every one.

  • @ssvnormandysr-2995
    @ssvnormandysr-2995 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This model kit is epic. Gundam are so cool Robot suits

  • @kaorupangilan6288
    @kaorupangilan6288 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love that todays kids and starters can easily get into gunpla without getting intimidated by so many extra things to do anymore with the details of a modern high grade with half the price.
    back then it was the "First Grade" and not only it barely has any details, only its arms,legs and head move so its basically a statue

  • @goob8945
    @goob8945 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was my first Gundam build. A lot of fun! He now sits next to my bed and wields my phone cable sometimes 😂

  • @vustvaleo8068
    @vustvaleo8068 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    the other release did come with the combat knives though but lacked the rifle and shield.

  • @Alvincao65
    @Alvincao65 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    6:25 I’m pretty sure a good amount of people broke the ball from the waist by doing that on the EG RX-78-2

  • @YiminyCricket
    @YiminyCricket 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    now to await the pbandai remould of this into the Strike Rouge and, hopefully, the Strike Rouge Kira Yamato Custom

    • @MJRLHobbyStuff
      @MJRLHobbyStuff 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lol, kind of defeats the purpose. Thought I believe they did a clear of the RX EG. I may be wrong though…lol

    • @YiminyCricket
      @YiminyCricket 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MJRLHobbyStuff well i mean they've done dumber pbandai kits. Like the RG Strike Gundam (as in WITHOUT the Aile Striker Pack)!

    • @MJRLHobbyStuff
      @MJRLHobbyStuff 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@YiminyCricket haha yea of course. $30 EG backpack +base +full weapons +effect parts +bonus pilot. Plated/special coating haha

    • @YiminyCricket
      @YiminyCricket 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MJRLHobbyStuff ye

    • @petrusdimitrilarantukan7678
      @petrusdimitrilarantukan7678 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They already did
      Its the eg strike rouge bundled with corn snack in a round box

  • @ronochow
    @ronochow 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    WOW, I had the original HG Aile Strike and it pales in comparison to this whether it's colour correct parts or design. I remember shield was yellow stickers, the v fin I had to paint, eyes, shoulders were solid white. And this is entry-grade too like whut!?!?! How far has Gundam kits come!?

  • @thedesucomplex4365
    @thedesucomplex4365 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I wonder if they could release a Perfect Strike addon for this one day

    • @petrusdimitrilarantukan7678
      @petrusdimitrilarantukan7678 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Maybe

    • @chatspam1238
      @chatspam1238 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Pbandai probably

    • @georgiots1409
      @georgiots1409 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That would be cool. I couldn't hear the video because of no speakers at work so I watched it with subtitles. I wonder if you can attach the HG packs to it. It might be a cheaper option than going the pbandai route for people if it would be a pbandai release.

    • @petrusdimitrilarantukan7678
      @petrusdimitrilarantukan7678 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@georgiots1409 yes you can the backpack hole is the same

    • @ParmMannREBORN
      @ParmMannREBORN 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@georgiots1409 you can, the manual actually advertises that the HG backpack is compatible

  • @wibiaryafunandcreative
    @wibiaryafunandcreative 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I always love Gundam, it's always fun to play with Gundam.

  • @chacrawarrior
    @chacrawarrior 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can´t wait to see you paint it.

  • @cube3x315
    @cube3x315 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cant wait for a Zaku Entry Grade

  • @OtherMomo
    @OtherMomo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    cant believe how much detail and articulation they put into this """"entry level""" model, made for easy assembly for children and beginners
    i wonder if theyll ever put this much care in color separating future SD kits (oh wait they did but the sdcs line is dead now)

  • @03bunnyhop
    @03bunnyhop 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The EG Strike is the best kit for having a 1/144 Aile Strike version using Aile Strike from the HGCE Aile Strike kit.
    The Aile Striker is light so the EG Strike can hold it as is.
    While the HGCE kit is the best kit to use for Perfect Strike version, using the HG Sword and Launcher Striker from the HG Perfect Strike kit because the HGCE Aile Striker kit doesnt have the torso bend.

  • @deang5386
    @deang5386 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've got this on pre-order, was meant to arrive in Feb but still waiting.

  • @andreabertini3788
    @andreabertini3788 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My dream is that bandai releases some eg grunt suits from Universal Century and Cosmic Era

  • @dekabnaeb6776
    @dekabnaeb6776 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Better head than the hg version, no eye stickers

    • @RazgrizFllaga
      @RazgrizFllaga 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      agreed. as for the head the only thing bad from this is you cant light up the kit (no clear plastic for eyes)

  • @Tai_Jaiger
    @Tai_Jaiger 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It might not be lore accurate, but how about different color schemes based on the striker pack attacked like what the Impulse Gundam did when it changed packs

  • @jameswebb8162
    @jameswebb8162 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sweet video dude!

  • @karubinn_807
    @karubinn_807 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Its been 2 years since eg strike gundam released, but i really hope the next eg would be either gundam exia or age 1

  • @linhnt23
    @linhnt23 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The head of this one is way more detailed and better color-separation than the HGCE...

  • @bee-beargaming
    @bee-beargaming 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's a beautiful kit

  • @AzraelThanatos
    @AzraelThanatos ปีที่แล้ว

    Anyone know if the front skirt can be safely split like the RX-78-2's can? If so, that's additional poseability

  • @ZeratoxOmega
    @ZeratoxOmega 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would have been cool if they had included the Armor Schneider.

  • @JunkyardGod
    @JunkyardGod ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just got mine. Unfortunately it has a floppy torso/ waist connection and right leg.

  • @ez8-frame942
    @ez8-frame942 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks better than the hg, might get this instead and just buy a second hand strike packs

    • @ZakuAurelius
      @ZakuAurelius  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I’ve got the HG on the way now so I can do a comparison for you guys soon

  • @georgiots1409
    @georgiots1409 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It would be nice to see an eg of the exia too.

    • @reijigamer
      @reijigamer 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I would expect an eventual release of EG Exia.

    • @ZakuAurelius
      @ZakuAurelius  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah that’s very likely to come in the future

  • @macro312
    @macro312 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This looks almost exactly like the HG version.

  • @OtherMomo
    @OtherMomo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i wonder if it is also compatible with the shoulder armaments for the perfect strike

    • @nemoisblue
      @nemoisblue 16 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      yes.

  • @bagonmyhead69
    @bagonmyhead69 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey, I know you did the Live Build of the RG Hi-Nu, but will you be doing a review of it?

  • @fantastiCkiLler92
    @fantastiCkiLler92 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just finished building mine and it's a bit underwhelming. HGCE ver is still a better kit tho.
    And I bought 3 copies so I'll paint one of them into PS deactive mode color scheme.

  • @ethankendrickedillon8203
    @ethankendrickedillon8203 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Contest suggestion: entry grade custom

  • @justinfulton2586
    @justinfulton2586 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Only thing I didn't like about this kit was that the handle on the shield is not functional, unlike the RX-78-2 EG.

  • @bernardjin4050
    @bernardjin4050 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Any black stand available?

  • @boiboi5402
    @boiboi5402 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    so did mecha whatever his name get a different version because his only had knives, Idk if thats because this is the box version as opposed to the box version

    • @ZakuAurelius
      @ZakuAurelius  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Box versus bag version maybe

    • @SpoopyKatt
      @SpoopyKatt ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ZakuAurelius yeah, the bagged version came with the armour Schneiders, and nothing else. The full package version (boxed) comes with the shield and gun.

  • @MLZDesigns
    @MLZDesigns 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Plz review the hg helios 🙏

  • @Geekeric
    @Geekeric 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Does the box say you don't need nippers? What kind of nubs do you get left with if you do that? They are trying hard to make me lazy, lol.

    • @ZakuAurelius
      @ZakuAurelius  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You’d probably end up with divots left where plastic ripped out here and there

  • @Dank-lk2mk
    @Dank-lk2mk 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    My gosh that ab crunch destroys the hgce completely

  • @1996starter
    @1996starter 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Toom you long enough. Sadly it still uses 1 peg hole backpack connection we need sold seperately strike packs not the build ones official ones or atleast adapters

    • @ZakuAurelius
      @ZakuAurelius  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It took me long because I moved my family of four half way across the world

    • @1996starter
      @1996starter 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ZakuAurelius wow thats amazing and it was just a fun remark from me nevermind that where did u shifted and did u check the local hobby store

  • @dtejada1988
    @dtejada1988 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    😎👍🏼

  • @OtonashiV
    @OtonashiV 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    While it's an impressive kit in its own right, I'm pretty sure the HGCE would be priced similarly if it didn't come with the aile striker, beam sabers, etc.
    The fact that the HGCE still holds up almost a decade later is pretty impressive; compared to the EG, it still has better shoulders, elbows, hips, a better rifle, and metallic blue stickers for the cameras. While the EG beats it in some areas, they're roughly equal overall.
    I do like having the light package version as an excuse to display a strike gundam with the armor schneiders though. It always felt like a waste with the aile strike.

  • @darwincatalan9185
    @darwincatalan9185 2 ปีที่แล้ว

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