"Mobile Suit Gundam MS IGLOO: Apocalypse 0079" is a three-episode OVA series set in the Universal Century timeline of the Gundam franchise. The story takes place during the One Year War between the Earth Federation and the Principality of Zeon, focusing on the Zeon military's 603rd Technical Evaluation Unit. This unit is tasked with testing experimental weapons and technology to gain an edge in the war. The narrative is presented through the perspective of Oliver May, a civilian engineer and test observer assigned to the unit.

The 603rd operates aboard the Jotunheim, a mobile suit carrier, and is led by Lieutenant Commander Monique Cadillac. The unit evaluates various experimental weapons, including the Hildolfr, a tank transformed into a mobile suit, and the Zudah, a high-speed mobile suit with a critical flaw. Each episode centers on a specific prototype and its deployment in combat, highlighting the challenges and ethical dilemmas faced by the crew as they test these untested technologies in live battlefield conditions.

Oliver May serves as the primary narrator, providing a detached and analytical perspective on the war and the unit's missions. His role as an observer underscores the series' focus on the technical and strategic aspects of warfare, as well as the human cost of developing and deploying experimental weapons. The crew of the Jotunheim, including Monique Cadillac and other engineers and soldiers, grapple with the moral implications of their work, as many of the prototypes prove unreliable or disastrous in combat.

The series explores themes of technological innovation, the dehumanizing nature of war, and the futility of relying on untested solutions in desperate times. The episodic structure allows for a detailed examination of each prototype's strengths and weaknesses, as well as the consequences of their deployment. The narrative maintains a somber tone, emphasizing the harsh realities of war and the sacrifices made by those involved in the development and testing of new weapons.

"Mobile Suit Gundam MS IGLOO: Apocalypse 0079" provides a unique perspective on the One Year War, focusing on the behind-the-scenes efforts of the Zeon military to turn the tide of the conflict. The series complements the broader Gundam narrative by delving into the technical and ethical challenges faced by those responsible for creating the tools of war.