Zoids

Zoids
Created byTakara Tomy, Hasbro
Original workJapan
OwnersTakara Tomy, Hasbro
Years1983–present
Print publications
ComicsSpider-Man and Zoids #1–51 (1986–87)
Films and television
Animated series
Games
TraditionalZoids action figures

Zoids (ゾイド, Zoido) is a Japanese science fiction media franchise created by Tomy that feature giant robots (or "mecha") called Zoids, with designs being based on animals; including dinosaurs, mammals, insects, arachnids and mythological creatures.

The franchise started with a plamo kit line and includes six main anime TV series (Chaotic Century, New Century, Fuzors, Genesis, Wild, Wild Zero), as well as several video games and manga products.