Macross Plus

Macross Plus (マクロスプラス) is a more mature, grounded entry in the Macross universe, set on a frontier colony where cutting-edge variable fighter prototypes are being tested—until old friendships and unresolved feelings collide with a new kind of threat. Centered on two rival test pilots and the woman caught between them, it blends intensely choreographed aerial combat with a sharp look at ambition, jealousy, and the cost of chasing a dream. A standout theme is the uneasy relationship between humanity and technology, brought to the forefront through an “artificial idol” whose music and presence blur the line between performance and control—making the series feel equal parts high-speed aviation drama and psychological sci-fi, with Macross’ signature belief that music can change the course of conflict.