PG Perfect Grade Unleashed Gundam RX-78-2 Review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 29 พ.ค. 2024
- This is without a single doubt the most enjoyable kit I have every built, hands down. Bandai have taken everything they know about plastic mecha models to make the new Perfect Grade Unleashed Gundam RX-78-2. Let's check it out!
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0:00 INTRO
1:28 UNBOXING
3:55 PHASE 01
4:45 PHASE 03
5:30 PHASE 04
7:18 AESTHETICS
8:30 PLASTIC
11:42 STICKERS
14:48 PHASE 05
16:16 LEDS AND LIGHTS
21:27 ACCESSORIES
21:44 HANDS
22:20 BEAM SABERS
23:13 BEAM RIFLE
24:28 SHIELD
25:53 CORE FIGHTER
27:02 ARTICULATION
31:31 VERDICT
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Got ya mecha
Mecha made New Year Epic comeback review 😂👍🏻
2:13 are you sure you don’t mean bean saber
About the chest light.
I've seen korean builders lift up the top of the hatch to switch between modes and it seems to function much better.
You forgot the most important innovation. The manual tells you when you've used all of the parts from a runner and can throw it away!
The mega size unicorn does the same actually lol.
Wow! Who would have thought!
Didn't work for me. Still had to go looking in the pile of empty runners for parts I forgot... 😂
@@MechaGaikotsu I did the same on the 1/48 unicorn lol. Cool system for non forgetful people maybe
@@MechaGaikotsu of course it never works the way they say it does
26:57 I have never seen a 1/60 scale pilot figure look THAT
*T* *H* *I* *C* *C*
EVER.
Introducing the Bandai 1/60 mason Jar
@@zeonicseafood4819 *one winged angel plays*
@@zeonicseafood4819 Gold Tier for sure
I guess Sayla really does pack a lot....if you know what I mean😅
Ya
My wants: PG Unleashed RX-78-2
My wallet: *Entry grade Gundam*
At least I can afford 2 entry grade Gundam. Lol
@@muhammadrabbani1076 wait, you guys can afford entry grade?
Honestly though, can't go wrong with that entry grade!
Yeah, I have EG on the way. Sadly, PG is out of stock...
Not even Entry, First Grade
I remember thinking the PG Unleashed RX-78-2 being released meant we'd get a PG Unleashed Zaku II or at least an updated PG Zaku II of some kind. 3 years later and we haven't gotten a new PG since, a handful of MGs released in the past year that weren't runner recycles/P-Bandai exclusives, and more HGs than you can feasible want/need/count. Boy was I stupid lol.
Yeah I'm sad there's so little new mgs
The HGs are soo good now tho.
Now they need to redo the entire line of them with this kit type. I watched Adam Savage build it and he was just blown away.
I've made 7 HGs and I'm planning to move to 1/100 RGs now. Im so excited to work my way up to this absolute BEAST of a Gundam. Im loving this hobby!!!
1/100 RG? u means MG?
@@nomeka6518that's one way to put it i guess
The "folding" on the blue parts are called "Knit Lines" It's where the plastic starts to cool a little before it merges together.
Where did you learn that? I noticed the same thing in a MG 3.0 RX-78-2 Shield and was wondering what it was called. Also was curious about how they make those PGU articulated inner frames as one piece. I thought that could only be done with 3d printing.
"So, how can you tell if the gunpla's good?"
Mecha: if it has a handle on the box.
*cough cough*
Deep Striker
@@Pikminer-5087 it's detailed, but brick. The latter is more forgiving due to the fact the design, weight, sheer size (far bigger than any MS MG only the HG Neo Zeong is bigger), and the fact it's very much very left field design that not many people have seen or heard of.
@@gerogyzurkov2259 try the dendrobium in 1/144 the box is as big and heavy as the neo zeong ( I checked it out the neo last time I was in Tokyo 💔 too big for my luggage and the unicorn statue wasn't fuelled up for me to psycom it outta there
Wow, that Sayla Mass figures really has... mass
30:49 PGs never have hyper articulation
PG Strike: Pathetic.
exia**
Rage on. Rage on.
Rage on!! Rage on!!
RAGE ON!! RAGE ON!!
GUNPLA!!!
epic
Is that a vote for a pg unleashed the perfect gundam 3 amazing red warrior I hear 👍
20:52 Oh God. Mecha just invented a new fetish.
Yeah , he also likes the pistons on the neck, another neck fetish for him.
this kit makes the mg 3.0 look as simple as the hg revive. hope they do a pg unleashed zaku as well to go with this kit
Dang Boy, that tiny Sayla look THICC!!!
Huzzah ! A man of quality !
@Tesla-Effect I mean that’s how they used to draw then
I barely have space for my existing collection of MGs, but the proportions of this guy are, to me, phenomenal. Id say the RG/ 3.0/ 1:1 statue style is still my favorite interpretation of the granddaddy Gundam, but the detail on this kit is truly next level. Amazing looking suit right here, doing one of my favorites justice!
I don't have room either esp since I have a lot of gunpla kits all grades from haros/Petit SD hg rg mg and a few pgs now this is not the issue for space however the zaku big gun 3 hg full armour unicorns (not built my pg full armour yet )plus narrative a-pack , gn arms and an almost built dendrobium along with a fair few other sci fi kits and assorted other normal model kits leave me with little shelf space and I still want more (nothing else to do during lockdown but build models ) so I feel your lack of room
Wow, that Sayla figure is...a lot more detailed than I expected, if you know what I mean.
not yet , the figure is not made by Rubber which is unable to squeeze "thing" lol
@@movingtarget2977 a small price to pay for salvation
Shame
Well, sayla is always like that...you know "Detailed"....you just have to look at it properly.
The 1/144 gunpla builders parts has a uniformed sayla just as detailed👅 although a lot smaller and less defined
13:37 they do kinda reminded of a safety reflectors installed on automobiles, bikes etc.
We've waited so long for this and it's finally out!!! 😭❤️
Edit: Super clear descriptions as always! Thanks Mecha!
Looks like Aku had a deal with Bandai to make Sayla *EXTRA THICC* .
I'm building a handful of 30mm kits and I love how they show the runner and the parts needed before each step. I was thinking, man it would be very nice if they did this for Gunpla but I don't think they will seeing as they are much more intricate. Yet here we are, one of the most intricate kits ever made from what I've seen. God damn it Bandai, you finally did it. They've finally made a granddady Dundam kit that I actually want despite not liking the mobile suit that much.
Maybe bandai will make pbandai version that have 2 led beam saber, stand base, and water slide decal cus they want more money
I have a hunch that now long sold out P Bandai clear parts for the PG Unleashed will include Water Slides.
Hopefully it doesn’t loosen up over time. *Early Real Grade flashbacks*
Ah brings me back to my first real grade.....Zeta Gundam
@@augustus4777 F
@@augustus4777 that must be a very hellish experience
Well this IS Bandais most advanced kit to date, considering this has all the technology Bandai has mastered throughout the decades, this will probably be a solid kit for years
Also theres one problem, most of the parts on the runners tend to fall off in the factory, so missing pieces are common.
This reminds me of when I built the Master Grade Barbatos, you can build the frame before putting on the armor and it is fun to play around with.
You can do this with every Post MK 2 2.0 MG
I absolutely love the MG Barbatos it was my first ever master grade to build, and I loved building the frame and then popping on that incredible armor.
@@mdn8r56 same
Is this okay for beginners? I usually collect converge figures but this is undeniable
Thank you for not dividing the videos between unboxing and review like other reviewers, really appreciate it
He used to do that. If you scroll down to his oldest MG reviews, it's split into 3 videos
Strangely, during the advertisement phase, the part that attract me the most is the beam saber.
Since I started playing gunpla, the part that I most unsatisfied is the beam saber, it looks very lame to me. Beside all the gimmicks and features, the saber is reason I put myself into 30 day instant noodle diet
Great review as always man !! Watching your videos got me into building these and I plan on building way more if space in my home allows LOL. I bought this one it's on backorder I shook can't wait to get my hands on it !
14:49 "Hey Unicorn, i can do that frame thing-me-do too!"
"Grandpa, *please,* you're embarrassing yourself..."
As some one who owns the older version of PG RX-78-2, this unleashed version is just dead sexy. I'm going to rebuild my old PG and repaint it, adding battle damage effects to it due to parts now missing or broken over the years. Its going to be interesting if it turns out well, because this B is getting LEDs to flair it up more. Maybe down the line I will pick this kit up, because damn every time I see it, I want to make it better.
My wallet: *has over $200*
Also my wallet: *“you got college bro”*
200 is nothing in terms of college fee, might as well get the PG unleashed lol
@SBB333 all that money went towards Textbooks and thats all the money i had saved up for the entirety of 2020
@SBB333 thank you brother
I just want to say I loved this video that you did on the perfect grade. do you have like a really nice like outline of how you do your videos and I always admire that it's so cool how you do them like you do them step by step by step and you show everybody like box all the way up until the actual finished product and then I love your tier system. Dude keep up the good work man.
Just an FYI if you don't like the stickers and would prefer water slides there is the most easiest fix
Scan the whole sheet, then print it off on decal paper, use decal sealer spray, cut out then do standard water slide action followed by Microsol and Microset
Remembering that serious voice: "PERFECT GRADE UNLEASHED"
Agreed, best PG kit now. I enjoyed every moment building it.
Dang my boy need some nail clippers
my thought too so nasty
@Cody Broin how is it nasty?
@@zombosspiggy2498 I just personally think it looks gross ass shit all shaped to a point
I ordered mine from hobbylink back in November and am still waiting for it and this has made me x10 more excited than I was before
My store preordered a few finally arrived early Feb it took longer for the mgex to arrive than the pg unleashed ( I guess presales went thru the roof and bandai is working hard filling out the orders in a covid secure way * gotta keep those heroes of gunpla manufacturing healthy so we can get our kits ) it might take time but it'll arrive *patience is advised *and you can enjoy the kit I had to wait over 3.5 months for mine including pre order when announced
I love the new core fighter's shape, it's finally got a proper silhouette rather than the folding toasters we're uses to.
Honestly, I'd be pretty on board with the core fighter being its own little kit as more of a promotional thing, and a fun way to show your other gunpla buddies you're still to poor for the full kit
Just got this kit in the mail, the booklet is more of a book I mean it is THICC... and so is Sayla ;)
She's a BITCH!
So is the mgex novel instructions and build but sayla just fine ( now if the made her in 1/6 or 1/12 scale now that be mighty double fine
@@lisaragomez632 What did you say about my sweet Sayla?!
Clap them thicc cheeks
I can't wait for mine to come in. Glad I watched your review. It's gonna save me time not even bothering with the leds.
Hey Mecha your reviews are awesome and in depth and my older brother that digs Gundams is crazy about you!
You always make the best reviews!!! Thanks for the review!
That's why you took so long huh, not complaining tho 😂
Yeah, maybe he played video games again.
@@lisaragomez632 ya, mecha deservese a break every now and then
Best review. Very informative and full of details. Keep up the great work!
I don't know about anybody else, but for some reason I really like the fact that the spruce has separation nubs. Meaning, say spruce set T from 1 - 5, it's meant to be separated to help with organization when assembling. I never separate spruce this way but seeing those round nubs I'm compelled to do it. SNIP! Ahh.....MORE.
I would ADORE having one of these to pose and play around with and build but I don't have the budget, skill, or the patience to build this but i still love it! great vid!
Just ordered this bad boy. Can’t wait to put it together. Looks great. Nice review.
I can imagine the PG Unleashed Nu Gundam or 00 Qanta Full Saber
Or pg unleashed barbatos
I suspect that they wont label any other kit as 'unleashed', but a lot of these gimmicks will,become standard in the PG line.
I'm disappointed that it doesn't seem to come with 2 "power type" Saber hilts. I would've liked that even though they only include 1 test battery, especially given its gargantuan price. I also agree with you that the lighting could have been done much better. It's baffling that there's no static lighting mode, and it feels like a massive oversight. Normally I could let things like that slide, but for such an expensive tent pole release; it feels like a feature that's missing. That and the counterintuitive way they expect you to turn them on and off. I think the cockpit should've just been a button, or there should've been a button hidden somewhere else in the torso.
Personally I don't like that there's no hands with articulated fingers. I know that fixed pose ones are more solid, but it's another one of those "premium" features I'd like to see on a kit this big and expensive.
All that said, it still looks really cool and it has pretty solid articulation design. It's just too rich for my blood and those little faults would make it very hard for me to justify the purchase. As someone who still doesn't own an RX-78. I think I'll either go for the MG Origin or the HG Beyond Global.
That is truly an amazing looking kit
I hope there will be no issues with the early Real Grade-style pre-built inner frame for the arms and legs becoming loose and the fact that PG kits are larger and heavier.
I was considering passing on this kit but after the review its been highly considered. Thanks
I did the same thing with my red frame beam sabers with the fishing lures too to light up the sabers
I noticed that problem with the wrist in the PG Unicorn. The joint can’t support the weight of the beam rifle, which is pretty annoying when you consider how much these ones tend to cost. I’m also a bit disappointed by the the fixed pose hands, but I think Bandai chose to do that for this one in order to work in those metallic silver parts in the hands.
Yes absolutely love this! Been super hyped for this second favorite gundam of all time besides god gundam \m/
Bandai better be paying you because ive been convinced to buy more than a couple kits from this channel
I got some fish lure lights from HLJ thinking I could use them as beam saber handles. They're okay, but not great. You're also stuck with whatever colour you buy, and can't replace the battery because they're designed to be cheap and replaceable.
This looks awesome! Can't wait for mine!
Man, these last 3 months just flew by, right?
I'm sure they'll be shipping them soon!
... any minute now...
...
How much did it cost you?
Everything
Yes. This kit was 100% worth my Christmas weekend.
Been waiting for this one for awhile and now I wanna see the MG Zeong :)
Got room then?
Also, some advice on tightening. My KO First Grade Virtue, which I bought as an experiment, had some real loose knees and I stuck some paper inside the joint. It holds real good. Since then I call it Virtue ver. Thunderbolt.
Just got mine in yesterday. Can't wait to start it.
a tip I learned myself for the LEDs, an easier way to turn them on/off/change modes is to gently press down on the head for a moment
Three brittleness of the chrome painted parts might be from the chrome not for the chrome, I've painted quite a few things with chrome and it can sometimes tend to make the plastic crack at joints that were perfectly fine before
for the peeling sticker, try find those tamiya decal adhesive softener type. they work with with this decal type too
My kit is shipping out this month. Hyped!
Daddy has returned
And Grandaddy
For the chest light I shorted the pin on the plastic in the chest and added a short spring to pop the chest back out
Good review 👍 I hope Bandai ramps up on the Perfect Grade series, there are so many PGs we need such as RX-93v, RX-9, RX-105 and especially MSZ-010 no matter the cost.
The first ones we need are a PG Zaku II and a PG Barbatos. With how awesome the MG Barbatos was, imagine how detailed a PG would be
The entire gunpla community when the only MGEX is Unicorn and the only PG Unleashed is Grandaddy. I can't honestly think that beyond these two kits what Bandai will do with those "new lines" of gunpla. My biggest wish is for a MGEX Turn A. Still holding out for the chance we'll see the PG Unleashed Barbatos. I would settle for a PG Barbatos but a boy can dream when it comes to desired PG Unleashed kits. I would also still like to see if Bandai does release a full compliment of the other 71 IBO kits in MG.
I've waited for 4 no 5000 years for this
That all ?
Mecha gaikotsu deserve to have a million subscribers. He has done so many reviews and I enjoy his videos.
Is he,? How about his fetish fumina issue?
@@lisaragomez632 Oh no. I just realized it.
You're lucky mecha that you are not missing any part unlike other guys that were missing parts out of the box
My favorite gundam model so far. Wish I have this gundammit!
What?! The damned trigger works? Dream come true. I need this now.
Finally got mine yesterday!
But i want to wait until i get my pg unicorn first. From what i heard so far (including this video) this is much better experience to build. So I'll leave it for last.
I can’t wait to get my hands on this kit!!!
I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS!!!
Some of the metallic decals as per the instructions to be used in mid build just to find out that you actually need them out on the armor pieces. Specifically #5 (little red circle decal) and the #17 (red triangular decal which I can no longer remember where i stick it to, that’s why I just need to improvise). Nevertheless, pretty solid kit. It’s like a 1/60 RG kit 😊
Amazing kit!!!
Fingers crossed they make an MG version with the same techniques/style/stickers
It was called 3.0...
omg i just look at the ads of this gundam,and that is fenomenally great ngl
you should get the ver ka rx78. its perfect for people starting out painting since its dirt cheap and massive panels so its easy to paint and panel line and scribe.
i got mine for 30 usd, really good.
Meh
I can't wait for mine to arrive!!
I've been waiting for the review! I do not own any PG, but this one got my interest. It looks awesome, and I heard that it is not as difficult as other PG.
Also, the batterie is only for testing. I have seen my friend's formania and he told me that if you get a separated battery battery, the light is much stronger.
@@krittinkittisereechon670 interesting. I hope someone could check if this also helps this PG's lights.
Starting the New Year with BANG!!! NICE!!!
He's late already....
happy late new year mecha gaikotsu
I have been looking forward to this.
Waiting for this review!
>TH-cam notification
>PG RX 78-2 review
>30+mins
Let's fucking go
Currently building MG Dynames sniper.. insane!!!
I may not have a lot of money, but the HG close combat suit, that looks like this, is pretty awesome
This is so cool! Just bought one today on amazon so I am excited to start building.
How much did you pay on Amazon? Hobbylinc has them for 264 dollars.
@@krayz541 I bought mine for 295. The backordered on Hobbylink is too long so I just got it from Amazon. I would have bought it HLJ, but its out of stock until they fulfill your order. I will be doing a video of it when it arrives.
@@Xuepreme69 oh not hobbylink Japan but hobbylinc 👍. They have them in stock on hand.
@@krayz541 oh nice never heard of hobby linc with a c. It seems the item went out of stock? Well at least I still got mine for MSRP. Would've been nice to get this one for discount. Anyways thank you. Now I have a new site to look forward to.
Yea it seems like it went out of stock. I posted this on other comments as well for people that wanted one. I guess a few of them picked it up.
Great job on the review👍
Man do I want this kit :)
Regards from Tabasco, México [Land of The Olmecs]!
I just got mine in the mail today!!!
Was kinda intimidated by this kit seeing how detailed he was. He was surprisingly an easy-ish build. Just all kinds of cool!!!
is it completely different build wise, compared to the original pg? Been planning to get the exia as my first pg for years now, but im still intimidated lol
@@feqol my first PG was Exia with the lights. This was much easier. Not sure about original RX 78-2.
@@MrDgon23 i see, thats interesting, thanks
Been waiting for this review ~~~
Damn they should've used a white LED for the beam saber, there's a reason why military ships use red lights during the night. Its less visible compared to white light.
I'm not really that keen on that shade of blue anyway, so I will paint the primary coloured parts on mine. (A clear coat will do on the white.)
But I'm fully painting the inner frame, so it will be a while before I have to worry about the armour!
This is truly a masterpiece in Gunpla design!!