Bandai’s SD Gundam CAPSULE INDEX Series Makes Its Debut!
Bandai is powering up its Gashapon lineup with a brand-new SD-style figure series called Gundam CAPSULE INDEX, and I couldn’t be more excited to see these stylized suits finally get their spotlight! 🟡🕹️
The first wave is dropping this July 2025, with preorders going live at 11:00 AM (JST) on April 10 via Gashapon Online. This isn’t just another mini line—this is Gundam-style action distilled into palm-sized perfection.
✔ Capsule-Sized Combat with Max Detail
Each unit in the CAPSULE INDEX line stands at around 5 cm tall (Approximately 2 inches), and while they might be small, they pack a massive punch in sculpt and color.
The lineup features 2.5-head SD proportions with static poses that reflect intense battle scenes. You get the pose, the energy, and the weapons—all crammed into a gashapon capsule. Having built my fair share of SD kits and collected capsule figures over the years, I can say: this series is clearly designed for visual impact right out of the shell.
From the sharp lines to the bold paintwork, this first wave already looks like a must-have. Here’s what’s included:
CAPSULE INDEX 01 – First Wave Mobile Suits
- Full Package Strike Freedom Gundam (SEED FREEDOM)
✔ Outfitted with its signature DRAGOON wings and beam rifle, this version highlights the upgraded form seen in the movie. - Zaku Warrior (SEED FREEDOM Ver.)
✔ Reimagined with updated colors and armaments for the SEED FREEDOM timeline. This bulky favorite is back with renewed power. - Black Knight Svan Team Mobile Suit
✔ A sleek, dark unit with a knightly design—a new antagonist force from SEED FREEDOM, ready to clash in mini-size. - GQuuuuuuX (Main Suit)
✔ From the all-new anime Gundam GQuuuuuuX, this suit debuts in capsule form before the show even airs! A cool teaser for the next era of Gundam.
What Makes CAPSULE INDEX Special?
As someone who collects SD Gundam figures across multiple lines—EX-Standard, G-Frame, and more—I’ve come to appreciate the niche that capsule figures fill. They’re affordable, space-saving, and still ooze personality.
✔ Bold paint applications for eye-popping detail
✔ Static but expressive posing tailored to each suit’s iconic battle stance
✔ Weapons and effects that define the character’s identity
✔ Small scale = perfect for desktop displays, or expanding your Gundam shelf with minimal space
Product Details
Series: Gundam CAPSULE INDEX 01
Type: Static SD-style capsule figures
Manufacturer: Bandai / Gashapon Division
Height: Approx. 5 cm (Approximately 2 inches)
Material: PVC
Units in Wave: ✅ Strike Freedom Gundam (SEED FREEDOM)
✅ Zaku Warrior (SEED FREEDOM Ver.)
✅ Black Knight Svan Team Suit
✅ GQuuuuuuX (from Gundam GQuuuuuuX)
Price: 400 yen each (Approximately $2.65 USD)
Release Date: July 2025
Purchase: Gashapon Online and capsule toy machines across Japan
Conclusion
The Gundam CAPSULE INDEX series is a fantastic new entry for collectors who love big impact in a small package. Whether you’re chasing all things SEED FREEDOM or you’re already hyped for GQuuuuuuX, these SD figures offer a fun, affordable, and visually striking way to celebrate your favorite mobile suits.
I know I’ll be hunting down the Strike Freedom and GQuuuuuuX units as soon as they drop—nothing beats that thrill of cracking open a capsule to find your mobile suit waiting inside!
