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On the 11th, Bandai and Tsuburaya Productions unveiled details for "Ultraman Zero Cosmorize," a striking new form for the popular character Ultraman Zero, alongside his new transformation item, the "DX Ultrise Eye." A special movie is scheduled for release on YouTube in the summer of 2026, and the announcement has already ignited significant buzz across social media. The newly revealed "Zero Cosmorize" features a simple yet powerful design based on red and silver, departing from Zero's typical complex aesthetic. Fans have expressed surprise and admiration, with comments such as "He looks just like the original Ultraman" and "The simplicity makes it look so cool." In this form, Zero can reportedly perform a variety of attacks, including summoning previous Ultramen, by attaching and operating the "Ultrise Eye" on the "Ultrise Bracelet" worn on his left arm. Regarding the toy release, the "DX Ultrise Eye" ...

A major announcement has sent shockwaves through the fan base as the Ultraman series prepares to celebrate its 60th anniversary. On April 17, Bandai’s official Ultraman toy website unveiled a new item, the “DX Ultra-Rise Eye,” which revealed the existence of an entirely new form for Ultraman Zero: “Ultraman Zero Cosmo-Rise.” Following the announcement, social media platforms were flooded with reactions of surprise and confusion, with users asking, “What is Ultraman Zero Cosmo-Rise!?” and “Another new power-up form!?” The reveal of a transformation mechanism using the “Ultra-Rise Bracelet”—which hints at the ability to wield the powers of other Ultramen—has ignited intense speculation among fans regarding the nature of his abilities and whether the form will make its debut in an upcoming film or YouTube-exclusive series. Many are also questioning its connection to the newly announced program “Ultraman Teo” and are eagerly anticipating its appearance in future video projects and live eve...

Tsuburaya Productions has announced the production of a new film, 'Ultraman Zero,' to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Ultraman series. This surprise announcement was made during the 'Ultraman Zero 15th Anniversary Grand Finale' event held at 'TsubuCon 2025,' filling the venue with immense cheers and excitement. Ultraman Zero, who first appeared in 'Mega Monster Battle Ultra Galaxy Legend The Movie' in 2009 as the son of Ultraseven, has been a popular character active in numerous works since then. The news of a new film production for him has thrilled not only long-time fans but also a new generation of tokusatsu enthusiasts. At the event, a video message from Kohji Moritsugu, familiar for his role as Dan Moroboshi, was played, followed by the highly anticipated and dramatic announcement of the new film's production. The audience expressed their joy with comments such as, 'I can't believe I'll get to see Zero in action again, I...