Casio’s next big “square” is almost here. The G-Shock GW-BX5600 is reportedly set to debut on November 1, arriving in two variants: a standard model with a positive display and a stealthier blackout version with a negative display. Early pricing chatter points to ¥30,800 in Japan, roughly $200 with tax included. Reservations in Japan are expected to open at midnight on launch day, with global announcements and regional pre-orders likely to follow soon after.
What’s generating the most buzz is the screen upgrade. Both GW-BX5600 versions move to a high-contrast MIP LCD, a major step up from the legacy displays still used in most “square” G-Shocks. Expect crisper digits and far better legibility in bright sun and low light alike—exactly what longtime fans have been asking for. The display also supports a customizable photo-negative mode, letting users choose between positive or negative display settings to match their preference.
Under the hood, the GW-BX5600 checks all the right boxes:
– Multi Band 6 radio-controlled timekeeping for precise, automatic updates
– Bluetooth smartphone sync for convenient time correction and app-based settings
– Tough Solar charging to keep the watch powered with everyday light
Colorways at launch will include a standard positive display model and a blackout negative display option, both expected at ¥30,800. Given how these are positioned as natural successors to the hugely popular GW-M5610U (often found around the $120 mark), demand on day one could be intense.
This release slots into a busy fall for the brand, alongside high-profile drops like the G-Steel GST-B1000 and the full-metal GMW-BZ5000D. With the GW-BX5600 rounding out the lineup, fans of the classic square design finally get the modern readability, connectivity, and solar reliability they’ve been waiting for—just in time for the holiday season.
