The journey of the Lollipop Chainsaw remake has been weirdly imprecise to date. First, in June 2022 we have been simply informed it was “again”, with out a lot indication what that meant; a month later we at the very least acquired affirmation it was a remake, not only a remaster, and with authentic producer Yoshimi Yasuda on the helm, however no precise title or platforms introduced, and definitely no footage. Since then, it has been very quiet, regardless of a deliberate launch this summer season.
Truthfully, the new announcement put out by developer Dragami Video games does not actually add that a lot readability, however it at the very least places an precise identify to the undertaking: Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP. It additionally postpones the discharge date to summer season 2024, which is not too shocking given it is solely simply been titled.
A follow-up message from Yasuda apologises for the delay, explaining “We’re working arduous on sport growth, however we want somewhat extra time. We are going to do our greatest to create the sport that you’ll love, so we ask to your continued assist.”
Truthful sufficient, although it’s kind of complicated that we nonetheless do not truly know what platforms it is coming to. The unique was solely on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, so if RePOP does get a PC model, it will be the primary time Juliet Starling has ever graced our platform along with her presence.
For those who’re not conversant in Lollipop Chainsaw, it’s kind of of a cult basic. Starring a chainsaw-wielding cheerleader who battles zombies at her faculty whereas carrying across the reanimated severed head of her boyfriend, it gained over a devoted fanbase with its quirky humour and vibrant grindhouse aesthetic.
A lot of that particular allure got here courtesy of famously idiosyncratic Japanese developer Suda51, who served as one of many administrators on the undertaking, and writing from a then a lot much less well-known James Gunn, who went on to make the Guardians of the Galaxy motion pictures. By the way, it additionally helped launch the profession of Jessica Nigri, now maybe gaming’s most well-known cosplayer, who portrayed Juliet in particular person as a spokesmodel for the sport.
