mechas
Mechas, or mecha, denote a genre of science fiction centered on large, often humanoid robotic machines used in warfare, industry, or exploration. The term is commonly applied to giant robots controlled by pilots from a cockpit, though some designs are fully autonomous. The concept originated in Japanese media in the postwar era and has since become a global descriptor for a wide range of fictional machines.
Mecha designs vary from towering anthropomorphic forms to non-anthropomorphic walkers and exoskeletons. Most are powered by
The mecha genre has had a significant cultural impact. In Japan, early examples such as Mazinger Z
In the real world, fully functional giant humanoid mechs do not exist; however, research into large-scale robotics,
Mecha remains a dominant motif in contemporary media, balancing action with speculative technology and character-driven storytelling.