The series blends action, dramatic tension, and philosophical elements with a focus on the battle between humanity and the mysterious ZECT organization, which defends the Earth from alien insect-like creatures known as the Worms.
The story follows Souji Tendo, who transforms into Kamen Rider Kabuto, and his quest to protect the world while struggling with his own destiny.
Making many enemies while at the same time meeting other Riders with mysterious origins, Tendou attempts to accomplish his goal at all costs: to destroy all Worms that threaten humanity.
The Zecters appear instantaneously from the ZECT headquarters to the selected personnel so that they may transform into the respective Rider to fight any Worms in the vicinity.
The film took place in a previous timeline and served as a prequel to the series, featuring three new Riders known as Hercus, Ketaros and Caucasus.
The Kabuto and Gatack Zecters speak to Tendou and Kagami throughout the DVD, voiced by Tomokazu Seki and Kōji Yusa, respectively.
[1] A video game based on the series was produced by Bandai for the PlayStation 2, under the name Kamen Rider Kabuto.
Released on November 30, 2006, it is a fighting game featuring all Riders seen in the show and movie, along with Hyper Gatack.
The mysteries behind Kamen Rider Kabuto are revealed as Tendou Souji fights his final battle with the Worms.
During episodes 23 through 27, this segment called the 35th Masked Rider Anniversary File, acted as a look back to the franchise and an early advertisement for the God Speed Love movie.
During these five segments, they discuss the history of the Kamen Rider franchise, sometimes in a comedic tone, but always with serious background music.