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, demonstrating significant player interest in the revitalized action game. Despite initial launch challenges including technical issues and censorship controversies, the game's sales figures clearly indicate strong demand.
Developed originally by Grasshopper Manufacture (known for the No More Heroes series), Lollipop Chainsaw is a vibrant hack-and-slash title featuring a chainsaw-wielding cheerleader battling zombies. While the original developers didn't helm the remaster, Dragami Games delivered a visually enhanced version with improved gameplay features.
Months after its September 2024 release across current and last-gen consoles, and PC, Dragami Games announced the impressive sales milestone via a tweet.
Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP's Triumphant Sales Figures
Players take on the role of Juliet Starling, a San Romero High cheerleader who uncovers her zombie-hunting heritage when her school is invaded by the undead. Fast-paced, hack-and-slash combat utilizing Juliet's trusty chainsaw is central to the gameplay, reminiscent of titles like Bayonetta.
The original 2012 release on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 achieved even greater success, reportedly selling over one million copies. This initial popularity is often attributed to the unique collaboration between Goichi Suda (renowned game designer) and James Gunn (Guardians of the Galaxy director), who contributed to the game's narrative.
While future plans for Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP, including potential DLC or a sequel, remain unannounced, the game's sales success bodes well for remasters of other cult classic titles. This positive reception is further underscored by the recent release of Shadows of the Damned: Hella Remastered, another Grasshopper Manufacture title updated for modern platforms.
