Japan's giant human-piloted, humanoid Gundam-style robots are neat and everything, but … why walk if you can roll on four wheels? That's what the Archax does, transforming between robot and vehicle ...

Crave freelancer Tim Hornyak is the author of "Loving the Machine: The Art and Science of Japanese Robots." He has been writing about Japanese culture and technology for a decade. E-mail Tim.

Tsubame Industries unveils $3 million Archax mecha robot, which transforms between robot and vehicle modes. CEO envisions practical applications like disaster relief and space exploration. Get a Year ...

At a time when Japan’s ever-shrinking population has spooked many of the country’s major businesses into turning their ...

From May 20 to June 1, War Robots will feature a themed in-game event titled MECHA Raider S.W.O.R.D., embracing a retro anime vibe and offering players exclusive content to use in battles, all while ...

The Boy and His Robot, Prestige International Pictures’ upcoming action sci-fi epic, which hails from filmmaker Rich Ho. This ...

Following the success of 'SSSS.Dynazenon' and its recent inclusion in 'Super Robot Wars Y', Ember Toys has revealed a new ...

It’s been a while since we had a new 'Super Robot Wars' game, and 'Super Robot Wars Y' doesn’t disappoint, with a bunch of ...

Mecha shows like "Neon Genesis Evangelion" and "Mobile Suit Gundam" have helped popularize the present robot games. Fighting your opponents with your laser or gun-equipped robot is a common scenario ...

Super Robot Wars Y may not make huge improvements on the series’ dated gameplay, but its crossover appeal is undeniable.

The mecha anime genre's stories of bombastic battles with giant robots are best told in these series, including Gundam and ...