Koei Tecmo has now detailed several ODM systems. This page no longer projects smoother anchoring, longer gas uptime or unlimited anchors from marketing language; none of those claims has been confirmed.
What ODM gear does
Vertical Maneuvering Equipment (立体機動装置) is the series' signature system: twin wire anchor launchers that fire into buildings and Titans, a gas-driven thruster that propels the soldier, and blades that sever Titan limbs and napes. In A.O.T. 3, Koei Tecmo officially describes the gear as "evolved" — the final evolution of human-versus-Titan combat.
Confirmed equipment resources
| Resource | Function | Management |
|---|---|---|
| Gas canisters | Power ODM movement, including Boost Move | Can be replenished at supply bases |
| Blades | Weapons used for ODM attacks | Can be replenished at supply bases |
| Wire anchors | Create the anchor point used for movement and attacks | Exact range, targeting and limitations remain TBD |
Boost Move
Boost Move uses gas to expand normal ODM movement. The official system page shows three examples: a rapid rise after jumping, a quick direction change around an anchor point and a high-speed ground slide. The exact button combinations, gas cost, cancel windows and invulnerability rules are not public.
Combat Arts and mechanism traits
Combat Arts consume a dedicated gauge for powerful actions. Official examples include repeated slashes, a wide attack along the anchor line and rapid destruction of Titan body parts. Separately, customized equipment can carry mechanism traits that change or strengthen actions. The published examples are:
- additional consecutive attacks after anchoring to a Titan;
- a charged attack that uses the tension of the wire; and
- stronger attacks linked to Boost Move.
These are examples, not a complete trait list. Names, stats, acquisition methods and stacking rules remain TBD.
Equipment development
The official system page confirms that equipment can be developed from collected materials and that appearance changes as parts are replaced. It also shows pre-mission preparation where players equip skills, Combat Arts and equipment. The full part list, recipes, stat ranges and optimal builds have not been published. The broader gameplay page tracks confirmed mission and character systems.
FAQ
What is Boost Move in Attack on Titan 3?
It is a confirmed gas-powered movement action used for a rapid rise, a fast pivot around an anchor point and a high-speed ground slide.
What are equipment mechanism traits?
They are traits on customized equipment that add or strengthen actions. Official examples include extra consecutive attacks, a wire-tension charged attack and Boost-linked improvements.
Do I need to manage gas and blades?
Yes. The official Exterior Scouting Mission description says supply bases replenish blades and gas.
Can I upgrade my ODM gear?
Equipment development from collected materials is confirmed, and replacing parts can change its appearance. Exact recipes and stats remain TBD.
Are anchors unlimited?
Koei Tecmo has not published an anchor-ammunition rule. Earlier unsupported wording on this page has been removed.
Official sources
Gamecity system page — Boost Move, Combat Arts, equipment development and mechanism-trait examples; Koei Tecmo product page — evolved ODM gear overview.