Lollipop Chainsaw Remake Hits Sales Sweet Spot

Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP Surpasses 200,000 Units Sold, Proving a Resurgence for the Classic Action Title

Released late last year, Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP has reportedly exceeded 200,000 units sold, marking a significant sales achievement. Despite initial technical hurdles and controversy surrounding censorship, the game's popularity is undeniable, demonstrating strong player demand.

Developed by Dragami Games (the original was by Grasshopper Manufacture, known for No More Heroes), this action-packed hack-and-slash title features Juliet Starling, a chainsaw-wielding cheerleader battling zombies. While not a direct sequel, RePOP includes quality-of-life improvements and a visual refresh.

Months after its September 2024 launch across current and last-gen consoles, and PC, Dragami Games announced the impressive sales milestone via Twitter.

Celebrating Success: Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP's Sales Triumph

Players assume the role of Juliet, uncovering her zombie-hunting heritage as her school is overrun. Fast-paced combat, utilizing Juliet's trusty chainsaw, is reminiscent of titles like Bayonetta.

The original 2012 release on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 achieved even greater success, selling over one million copies. The game's unique appeal stemmed from the collaboration between Goichi Suda (game design) and James Gunn (story and writing).

While future DLC or a sequel remains unannounced, the success of Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP bodes well for remasters of cult classic games. This positive trend is further exemplified by the recent release of Shadows of the Damned: Hella Remastered from Grasshopper Manufacture, bringing another acclaimed title to modern platforms.