Gundam Battle Fortress, the first F2P Gundam game for PS Vita, launches this summer!

Bandai Namco Entertainment has announced the upcoming Summer 2015 digital release of Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Fortress for the PlayStation Vita.

Battle Fortress, the first F2P Gundam game for the PS Vita, allows players to build their own unique fortress using the Vita's touch controls, then pit customized squadrons against player and CPU invaders in highly-strategic battles.
We've got details on the game itself and info on the upcoming closed beta!


■ Take on armies of invading mobile suits!
In-game, you'll climb up the ranks in single-player and multiplayer battles. Unlock pilots and mobile suits in single player to customize your squadron, then take on live opponents! The more you play, the stronger you'll get, as you pursue the rank of General.

▲ Command your forces with the tap of a finger, and conquer enemy fortresses!

■ Master both offense and defense!
Both offensive and defensive battles are available. On the offense, your goal is to take out a list of targets in a limited time. The faster your victory, the better the rewards, so focus on building effective teams!
Meanwhile, on defense, you'll grasp victory by defending targets. Building a fortress which can withstand assault is the key to victory.

[Offense]

Just tap the mobile suits you'd like to deploy. From there, your chosen pilots will make use of the weapons you've given them. Suits become unusable when their endurance drops to zero.

Keys to Victory
* Build squads around the enemy fortress's defenses and types of turret.
* Launch attacks from outside the range of enemy fire.
* Use special skills to break through thick walls, silence powerful artillery, and take down mobile suits.
* React quickly to the changing tactical situation.

[Defense]

Defend specified targets within a fortress of your own design. Enemy forces include both bots and other players.

Keys to Victory
* Design an impregnable fortress!
* Enhance defensive emplacements.

Defense tips
Other users can attack your fortress even when you're not connected. You can see the results the next time you log in.
If you lost, check the replays to see how you can improve your design!

■ Create a unique, impregnable fortress!
One of the best parts of Battle Fortress is creating your own unique fortress. Predict other players' strategies and lay traps, or establish firm defensive lines, in your attempt to build the unconquerable!

▲ It takes more than just waves of turrets to win.

▲ Command Center The Command Center is the most important structure to defend. Its destruction results in immediate failure, so place it in a well-defended position.

▲ Energy/Resource Storage Large amounts of resources and energy are required to build powerful defensive emplacements. Upgrade these, and a larger fortress will follow.

▲ Defensive emplacements
A variety of defensive emplacements contribute to the security of your fortress. Place turrets based on their range and effectiveness against various mobile suit types.

■ Organize a squadron and topple enemy fortresses!
Mobile suits each differ in type, stats, and skills, and proper deployment timing can mean the difference between victory and defeat. A firm strategic understanding of how the various types interact and when to use them is vital.
Pilots also have their own statistics and priorities, and their piloting assignments will have a major impact on your strategy.

▲ Organize your squad based on each suit's stats and skills.

▲ Amuro prioritizes defensive emplacements, and his pilot skill is "Skilled Piloting".

MS types and stat adjustments

* Melee: Well-balanced, attacks at close range, beats "Mobile".
* Mobile: Speedy, attacks at close range, beats "Ranged".
* Heavy: Attacks at close range, and has high endurance and armor.
* Ranged: Attacks at long range, has low endurance, and cannot fire over walls. Beats "Melee".
* Artillery: Attacks at long range, has low endurance, and can fire over walls.

■ Choose from your favorite MS! A look at the series and mobile suits!
Battle Fortress stars mobile suits from Mobile Suit Gundam and more. Don't miss the SR mobile suits with beautiful illustrations!
More suits are planned for future addition, so don't miss our followups.

▲ [above] Gundam, [left] Char's Zaku II, [right] Wing Gundam

Launch series

* Mobile Suit Gundam
* Mobile Suit Zeta Gundam
* Mobile Suit Gundam Unicorn
* New Mobile Report Gundam Wing
* Mobile Suit Gundam SEED
* Mobile Suit Gundam 00

■ Closed beta announced!
Try out the game in advance during our closed beta!
Applications close at 5:59 PM on June 15th, so be sure to apply now.

Mobile Suit Gundam Battle Fortress Closed Beta Test

[Event period]
TBA Summer 2015

[Objective]
To improve service quality at launch by gathering player input and verifying system stability.

[Participants]
Selected at random from applicants.

[Notes]
Closed beta player data will not carry over to launch servers.
In order to test payment functions, beta testers will be issued virtual currency. Closed beta currency will not carry over to launch servers.

[Signup page]
http://ggame.jp/content/cp1506_btest-gpg/

* Images from development version.