Dragami Games has revealed that digital pre-orders for “Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP” will begin on August 9, 2024, for the Nintendo Switch. The game is priced at $44.99 USD, but those who pre-order or buy early will benefit from a 10% discount, reducing the price to $40.49 USD or the regional equivalent. The announcement includes a new pre-order trailer that showcases some of the game’s updated features.
For those interested in other platforms, pre-orders for the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S versions started on August 8, 2024. The details for pre-orders and early purchase bonuses vary by platform, with specifics outlined in the latest update from Dragami Games.
The release date for “Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP” has been advanced to September 12, 2024, in North America, Europe, and other regions, moving up from the originally planned September 26, 2024. The retail price remains at $44.99 USD, aligning with the updated schedule.
This remake of the 2012 game, developed by Grasshopper Manufacture and published by Dragami Games, was first announced in 2022. “Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP” is billed as the “definitive version,” which aims to enhance the original experience with improved quality-of-life features and new gameplay content while preserving the core story.
The game introduces two distinct modes: the ‘Original mode’ and the ‘RePOP mode.’ The latter features a pop-art aesthetic with less violence and new damage effects. Additional content includes updated graphics, faster load times, new chainsaws, costumes, hair colors, and a time attack mode with ranking features. A physical release is also planned, with further details expected soon.