We’ve been eagerly waiting for nearly a year to hear that Goldorak is making a comeback as an animated series, with Go Nagai at the helm of this exciting new venture internally called Project G! While a teaser was released back in late August 2022, we’re still in the dark about whether it will be a full series, OAV (original animation video), or even a feature film. But here’s some thrilling news: insiders confirm that Goldorak is definitely coming back as an animated series! The big announcement could be right around the corner too, thanks to Saudi company Manga Productions hinting at major announcements starting next month in July 2023, likely following Japan Expo.In the meantime, it’s clear that Saudi Arabia is pouring serious resources into the Goldorak license (UFO Grendizer in its original Japanese), working closely with Dynamic Planning, the proud owners of the rights. This partnership opens up a world of possibilities for bringing Goldorak to life through theme parks and special events across the Middle East. The character’s popularity there rivals that seen in France, even more so than its home country, Japan.To prove just how beloved Goldorak is in Saudi Arabia, take a look at the stunning 33.7-meter tall statue of the Actarus robot recently unveiled in Riyadh, the nation’s capital. Not only does it stand as an impressive tribute to the character’s enduring appeal, but it has also earned recognition from Guinness World Records as the tallest metal sculpture of any fictional character on the planet!
Dr. Essam Bukhary, CEO of Manga Productions, shared his excitement in a recent press release: “Our company has a fantastic track record of successful co-productions with our Japanese partners. As a result, their trust in us is soaring, and this partnership paves the way for even more groundbreaking achievements. We’re thrilled to revolutionize the creative content industry through this amazing collaboration!”
Mr. Ichinao Nagai, the dynamic executive producer at Dynamic Planning, recently shared his excitement about this collaboration with Manga Productions in a previous press release. “We are thrilled to partner with Manga Productions,” he said, “as it will help us bring our cherished ‘Goldorak’ license, one of Go Nagai’s dearest creations, to life in the Middle East. This partnership promises to create an array of interactive entertainment experiences that will delight fans across this region and boost Goldorak’s popularity through a range of exciting initiatives.”
We’ve been eagerly waiting for almost a year to hear that Goldorak is making a comeback as an animated series, with none other than Go Nagai leading the charge under the code name Project G. While we’re still in the dark about whether it will be a full series, OAV (original animation video), or even a feature film, one thing’s for sure: it’s going to be an exciting new chapter for Goldorak fans! We’re on the brink of big announcements, as Saudi company Manga Productions has hinted that July 2023 will kick off a wave of updates, possibly starting right after Japan Expo. Meanwhile, the buzz is all about how Dynamic Planning and Manga Productions are teaming up to bring Goldorak’s universe alive through theme parks and special events across the Middle East. This joint venture aims to capitalize on Goldorak’s massive popularity in regions like Saudi Arabia, which rivals its fame in France—though it hasn’t quite caught fire in Japan yet. To top it all off, a colossal 33.7-meter-tall Goldorak statue was just unveiled in Riyadh, officially recognized by Guinness World Records as the tallest metal sculpture of a fictional character on Earth! So get ready for some thrilling developments ahead; more updates are coming your way soon!
As part of this exciting PROJECT G initiative, Manga Productions has launched an exhilarating global competition to uncover fresh illustrator talent and design new enemy vehicles for Goldorak: the “Saucer Beasts,” known as Golgoths and Antéraks in French. This contest attracted more than 1,000 artists from all corners of the world, with the top three winners each receiving a generous $5,000 cash prize.
But wait, there’s more! On March 9, 2023, Manga Productions signed an exciting publishing and distribution agreement with Microids to bring GOLDORAK: THE WOLVES’ FEAST to the Middle East and North Africa. This collaboration will see both companies working together to localize the game for local audiences, ensuring that Saudis can actively participate in this process too. It’s a fantastic opportunity to connect even more fans with Goldorak’s thrilling adventures!
