Released in 1999 for the Dreamcast, 'Gundam Side Story 0079: Rise from the Ashes' is a mechanized combat simulation game. Players pilot their own Mobile Suits into battle against enemy forces, experiencing the One Year War from the perspective of a Federation pilot. The game is known for its immersive cockpit view, intense battles, and faithful recreation of the Gundam universe. The action is primarily ground-based, distinguishing it from space-oriented Gundam games.