If you’ve been counting down the days to slice and dice zombies as Juliet Starling on Nintendo Switch 2, you might want to hit pause on that excitement. Dragami Games just dropped some news that’s equal parts disappointing and promising: Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP won’t be making its November 2025 debut on the console after all. Instead, we’re looking at an early 2026 release.
Yeah, it stings a bit. But before you put away that chainsaw for good, there’s actually a pretty solid reason behind the delay.
Why the wait? Physical editions are coming
Here’s the thing—Dragami Games originally planned to launch RePOP as a digital-only title for Switch 2. Simple, straightforward, no fuss. But then the community spoke up, and they spoke loud. Players from multiple regions made it clear they wanted physical copies they could actually hold, display on their shelves, and maybe even smell (we don’t judge).
The studio listened. They partnered up with new publishers to make physical editions happen across various territories, and they want to launch everything simultaneously—digital and physical, all regions, day one. That kind of coordination takes time, and rather than rush it or create a staggered release that leaves some fans waiting longer than others, they opted to delay the whole thing.
In their official statement, Dragami Games apologized for the extended wait and thanked the community for their continued support. It’s clear they’re aiming for a unified launch experience that doesn’t leave anyone feeling like a second-class zombie slayer.
What this means for players
Look, delays are never fun. Nobody wakes up excited about waiting longer for a game they’ve been anticipating. But this particular postponement comes with some tangible benefits that might soften the blow.
First off, physical edition fans won’t need to deal with expensive imports or region-hopping just to get a boxed copy. You’ll be able to walk into your local game shop (or hit up your favorite online retailer) and grab one without the hassle.
Second, launching on Nintendo Switch 2 means RePOP will take full advantage of the console’s upgraded hardware. We’re talking better performance, sharper visuals, and an overall smoother zombie-cheerleading experience than what would’ve been possible on the original Switch.
And perhaps most importantly, this whole situation proves that player feedback actually matters. When fans collectively asked for physical releases, Dragami Games didn’t just acknowledge it—they restructured their entire launch strategy to make it happen. That’s the kind of developer-community relationship that bodes well for future support and content.
The silver lining in the delay
Sure, waiting until 2026 feels like forever when you’re hyped for a game. But if that extra time means getting a more complete, accessible version that respects what the community wants, it’s probably worth the patience.
Now we just need Dragami Games to announce that official release date so we can mark our calendars properly. In the meantime, at least we know that when Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP finally arrives on Nintendo Switch 2, it’ll be ready to deliver the full package—literally and figuratively.