Hikaru Amatsuga
main character
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Anime DetailsFINISHED
- Format
- TV series
- Episodes
- 12
- Episode length
- 24 min
- Total watch time
- 4 h 48 min
- Status
- Finished
- Aired
- October 4, 2024 – December 20, 2024
- Season
- Fall 2024
- Source
- Original story
- Director
- Sae Okamoto
- Music
- Hiroyuki Sawano, Kouta Yamamoto, DAIKI (AWSM.)
- Age rating
- PG — Teens 13 or Older
- Country
- Japan
- AniList score
- 67/100
Estimated watch time
4h 48m
⚡ 3 days at 5 eps/day
Tags & Tropes
Artificial Intelligence100%Male Protagonist100%Super Power60%Aliens55%School52%Cyborg50%Terrorism50%Motorcycles24%Guns20%
TVFINISHED2024 FALL6.7 / 10 AniList score
Mecha Ude: Mechanical Arms
メカウデ (TV)• Mecha-ude (TV)
Synopsis
Long ago, alien lifeforms came to Earth, fusing with people on the planet. Due to their appearance, they were dubbed "Mecha-ude," as when fused, they bore a striking resemblance to mechanized limbs. Through an involuntary partnership, average middle schooler Hikaru Amatsuga works alongside the Mecha-ude Arma, who is an extremely rare and special existence. To protect Arma, the resistance group ARMS assigns the dual Mecha-ude user Aki Murasame to follow him wherever he goes. However, she is also looking for a mysterious Snake-Type Mecha-ude wielder, who has put many of her comrades in a critical state. Behind the scenes, an organization known as the Kagami Group is searching for the mythical "Trigger Arm," a Mecha-ude said to grant unlimited power. When Aki's life is threatened by this group, Hikaru must team up with Arma to find the courage to fight back and, along the way, learn that his life will never be ordinary again. (Source: MAL Rewrite)
Trailer
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Should you watch Mecha Ude: Mechanical Arms?
Probably, if you enjoy action, mecha and sci-fi, especially stories with artificial intelligence, male protagonist, super power.
Reception is positive but mixed: 67/100 on AniList, with 33% of 5.8K ratings at 8/10 or higher. It's the #27 most popular anime of Fall 2024.
14.4% of viewers drop it before the end, more than most, so give it a few episodes to see if it clicks.
At about 4 h 48 min in total, it is a short commitment — a weekend binge.
Where to Watch Officially
Availability, audio and subtitles vary by region and service.
Episodes
12 episodes are listed.
Creators & key staff
- Director
- Sae Okamoto
- Series composition
- Yasuhiro Nakanishi
- Character design
- Terumi Nishii
- Character design
- Youko Uchida
- Music
- Hiroyuki Sawano
- Music
- Kouta Yamamoto
- Music
- DAIKI (AWSM.)
Where it fits in the series
- Optional extras: MECHA-UDE
Related entries
Opening & ending themes
Openings (1)
- OP1“VORTEX” by Setsuko · eps 1-11
Theme data from AnimeThemes.moe.
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Mecha Ude: Mechanical Arms FAQ
How many episodes does Mecha Ude: Mechanical Arms have?
Mecha Ude: Mechanical Arms has 12 episodes of about 24 minutes each, roughly 4 h 48 min in total.
How long does it take to watch Mecha Ude: Mechanical Arms?
About 4 h 48 min back to back. At two episodes a day it takes 6 days; at one hour a day, about 5 days.
Is Mecha Ude: Mechanical Arms finished?
Yes. Mecha Ude: Mechanical Arms has finished airing — the final episode aired December 20, 2024.
Is there a season 2 of Mecha Ude: Mechanical Arms?
No sequel is listed for Mecha Ude: Mechanical Arms as of October 2026.
Is Mecha Ude: Mechanical Arms based on a manga?
No. Mecha Ude: Mechanical Arms is an original anime story, not adapted from a manga or novel.
Who sings the opening of Mecha Ude: Mechanical Arms?
The opening, "VORTEX", is performed by Setsuko.
Where can I watch Mecha Ude: Mechanical Arms?
Mecha Ude: Mechanical Arms is listed on Crunchyroll, YouTube, Bilibili TV. Availability varies by region — check the streaming links on this page.