Vertex Force: Fresh Mecha x Cute Girls Original Anime Incoming in 2026

Hey JRPG & anime crew, another original project just dropped straight from Aniplex, and it’s got that classic “cute girls doing cool (and explosive) things” energy we all secretly crave. Meet Vertex Force (バーテックスフォース), the new TV anime helmed by none other than Kazuhiro Takamura — yes, the guy behind Strike Witches and Vividred Operation. If you’re into high-stakes mecha action mixed with adorable fighter girls, this one’s already screaming “must-watch” vibes.

The announcement hit on March 20, 2026, complete with a teaser PV and key visual that basically yells “Engine, start!” right in your face. The tagline? Straight-up “Engine, start!” — short, punchy, and full of that Takamura flair.

Quick Plot Tease

Set in a near-future world teetering on total collapse, elite fighters get thrown into insane high-risk battles where raw power clashes head-on with human willpower. Hidden truths start spilling out, alliances get shredded, and the fight to save whatever’s left of humanity races toward one unavoidable, explosive climax. Classic sci-fi action with mecha heart-pounding moments, wrapped in that signature cute-girls aesthetic.

Why This Feels Like a Fan’s Dream Project

Takamura dropped a personal message that sums it up perfectly:

“I love cute girls. I love cool mecha. I love anime. Vertex Force is an original anime packed with everything I love, created with full dedication alongside an outstanding staff.”

You can basically feel the passion — this isn’t some committee cash-grab; it’s the director pouring his favorites into one package. Expect the same wild energy that made Strike Witches a cult fave: girls piloting (or straight-up becoming part of) badass machines, big explosions, and just enough charm to keep things fun.

Production Snapshot

Director	Kazuhiro Takamura (Strike Witches, Vividred Operation)
Production	Aniplex
Premiere Window	2026 (exact season TBD)
Genres	Action, Sci-Fi, Mecha, Cute Girls

The official site is live at vertexforce.jp — your main hub for updates, staff reveals, cast announcements, and future trailers. The teaser PV is also up, so hit play and feel the hype.

If you’re a mecha head who grew up on Macross or Gundam but wants something lighter and cuter, or if Strike Witches was your jam back in the day, Vertex Force is shaping up to be 2026’s sleeper hit. Original story means no manga spoilers to ruin the ride — pure fresh chaos ahead.