Overview of B’tX#
B’tX is an action-packed journey that blends science fiction and adventure with a strong focus on mecha. The story follows Takamiya Teppei, a young man on a mission to rescue his brother, Kotaro, a prominent robotics engineer who has been taken prisoner by the oppressive Machines Empire.
During his rescue attempt, Teppei awakens a “Beta”—a powerful combat robot shaped like a legendary beast—named X. Together, they battle against the Machines Empire to prevent them from taking over the world. If you enjoy stories featuring legendary mechanical beasts and high-stakes battles, this is a series for you. You can find various B’tX merchandise to celebrate your love for the series.
Is the Anime Finished?#
If you are looking for a complete experience, it is important to understand the relationship between the anime and its source material. B’tX began as a manga in 1995, which was subsequently adapted into a TV anime.
While there is a TV series and a sequel series called B’t X Neo, viewers who only watch the anime may find themselves wanting more. Because it is an adaptation of the original manga, those seeking the most comprehensive conclusion to the story should consider reading the B’tX manga.
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Recommended Watch Order#
To get the most out of the series, we suggest following a specific order. You can refer to the relationship tree provided on this page for a visual guide to these connections.
Release and Standard Order#
For those who want to experience the story as it was released to the public, the order is straightforward:
- B’t X (TV Anime)
- B’t X Neo (Anime Sequel)
Completionist Order#
For fans who want every piece of content available, we recommend including the source material:
- B’tX Manga
- B’t X (TV Anime)
- B’t X Neo (Anime Sequel)
Source-First Order#
If you do not mind reading the story before watching it, starting with the manga provides the full context before diving into the animations. After the manga, you can watch the TV series and then the B’t X Neo sequel.
Where to Watch and Read#
Depending on your region, you may be able to watch the anime on Prime Video through their collaborations with Crunchyroll. Additionally, industry news indicates that Tubi TV has streamed both the B’t X anime and the B’t X Neo OVA, and English dubs have been licensed by Anime Midstream.
B'tX • manga • 1995-03
└─(adaptation)→ B't X • anime • 1996-04-06 to 1996-09-21
└─(sequel)→ B't X Neo • anime • 1997-08-21 to 1998-01-21
