taken interest in the series; in 2008, the virtual Gundam Academy was planned as the first academic institution based on an animated TV series.

As of 2026, the Gundam franchise is fully owned by Bandai Namco Holdings through its anime production and distribution subsidiary Bandai Namco Filmworks (via Sunrise). The Gundam franchise had grossed over in retail sales by 2000. In the first quarter of fiscal year 2026 (April-June 2025), the Gundam franchise generated approximately ¥65.4 billion