Summary:
- The Gundam franchise is planning to actively develop "AU" (Alternate Universe) works leading up to 2029, the 50th anniversary of the Gundam franchise.
- This includes new Gundam anime, manga, and other media set in alternate timelines and universes separate from the main Gundam Universal Century timeline.
- The goal is to expand the Gundam universe and appeal to both longtime fans and new audiences by exploring different stories and settings within the Gundam franchise.