Kodoani.com – Legendary classic robot anime Dancouga: Super Beast Machine God is about to mark 40 years of broadcasting in 2025, and to celebrate this special milestone, a Blu-ray disc box has been announced, scheduled for release on March 26, 2025. This is not only a gift for longtime fans, but also an opportunity for a new generation to rediscover one of the monuments of the mecha genre.
Blu-ray box and special content
The Blu-ray box will include the entire set 38 episodes of the original television seriesalong with four classic OVA episodes:
Ushinawareta Monotachi heno Chinkonka (Requiem for Victims, 1986).
SONG SPECIAL Jusenkitai SONGS (1986).
GOD BLESS DANCOUGA (1987).
Hakunetsu no Shusho (Blazing Epilogue, 1989-1990).
The special feature of this publication lies not only in the content but also in the accompanying accessories:
The disc box is illustrated by Masami Obariveteran anime mechanical designer.
Inside cover designed by Kazuko Tadano (character designer), Takahiro Yamada, and Hirotoshi Sano.
Small book of 100 pages included, includes new interviews with the voice cast and production team, promising to reveal fascinating behind-the-scenes stories.
With selling price 44,000 of them (about 292 USD, excluding tax), this is a premium product for loyal fans of the series.
Dancouga's stature and attraction
Dancouga: Super Beast Machine God debuted in 1985, and is one of the typical representatives of the golden age mecha genre. The anime series tells the story of the war between humanity and the Empire of Death led by Emperor Muge, with support from the traitor Shapiro Keats, an Earthling tempted by power.
Humanity's ultimate weapon in this war is Dancouga, a robot made up of four super machines piloted by a team of talented pilots, each representing an unshakable will and strength. The film perfectly combines eye-catching fighting scenes, an epic plot and the deep inner conflicts of the characters.
Legacy and return
In addition to the television series and OVAs, Dancouga has also been highly influential in anime culture with appearances in other works, such as the popular game series Super Robot Wars.
On the occasion of the anniversary, a trailer with memorable scenes from the anime was streamed on EMOTION's official YouTube channel, bringing a stream of nostalgic emotions to fans.
Even though nearly four decades have passed, Dancouga still retains its appeal with timeless messages about courage, friendship and the will to fight to protect humanity. With this special Blu-ray box, the legend of Dancouga will continue to live forever in the hearts of old fans and conquer the new generation.
