Published May 14, 2026, 7:00 AM EDT It's time for more Mobile Police Patlabor This iconic sci-fi manga is getting a new installment for the first time in 32 years Image: Sunrise The mecha subgenre runs deep in anime and manga, but the most popular stories tend to focus on massive, deadly mech-suits used in epic wars and battles. But while heavy-hitters like Gundam and Neon Genesis Evangelion tend to define mecha trends, one popular franchise offers a more nuanced take and is making a surprise comeback later this month. Mobile Police Patlabor secured an iconic position within the mecha subgenre with its grounded approach to a fantastical trope. Masami Yūki’s Patlabor manga ran between 1988 and 1994, spawning a robust franchise that includes (but isn’t limited to) a beloved anime, two OVAs, three memorable films, and a dedicated line of merchandise.…