For fans of “Kamen Rider Gotchard,” an irresistible masterpiece has arrived. Its name is the “PREMIUM DX Memorial Gotchardriver.” While its visual coolness is undeniable, what truly stirs the heart is its audio specifications. It features a total of approximately 300 voices, including the protagonist Houtaro Ichinose, Fuga Kudo, and the familiar Chemys. This goes far beyond the realm of a mere “toy.” The moment you hold it, the bonds and battles previously only experienced on-screen feel like reality.

A particular highlight is the variation in Houtaro’s “calls to the Chemys.” For example, the attention to detail is so thorough that there are multiple lines for the same Chemy depending on the situation, beyond just “Let's go!” or “Nice to meet you!” This allows you to recreate not just the sounds, but the underlying stories and emotions. it makes you feel as if Houtaro’s own feelings have taken possession of you.

One of Gotchard's charms is the variety of forms. Since each transformation and finishing move sound is recorded exactly as it appears in the show, you can perfectly recreate “that scene” in your own hands. Furthermore, the combination of different sound effects and lines for each form significantly expands the scope of play. It almost feels like being on a one-person stage, where you can perform various characters and battle scenes yourself.

An additional element unique to the Memorial specifications is the switching function between “Wild Mode” and “Rider State.” With the addition of a new dedicated button, the range of operation has expanded, allowing for a smoother role-playing experience. For instance, you can freely control that dramatic moment of switching from daily life into battle mode with a single finger. This high level of freedom elevates role-playing into a “creative space.”

The included Ride Chemy Cards are also not to be missed. In addition to “Hopper1” and “Steamliner,” the lineup includes new cards like “Sushi” and “Hopper,” each with a unique barcode that triggers new audio when set. The extensibility brought by these cards further broadens the possibilities for future play.

The four BGM tracks, including the TV-size version of the theme song “CHEMY×STORY,” are truly the finishing touch. The moment they start playing, your room transforms into a battlefield. The power of background music is not to be underestimated. When sound, light, and movement become one, an experience far beyond imagination awaits.

The “PREMIUM DX Memorial Gotchardriver” is more than just a transformation belt. It is a “worldview experience device” that encompasses voice, sound, light, and even the story itself. For those who, no matter how old they get, still admire heroes somewhere in their hearts—this is the item that will make that dream come true once again.