Juliet Returns: Brand-New ‘Lollipop Chainsaw’ Title to Debut World Premiere Demo at TGS 2026

Fans of the cult-classic zombie-slaying franchise are in for a treat this month. Dragami Games has officially announced that the highly anticipated, all-new installment in the Lollipop Chainsaw series will make its public debut at the Tokyo Game Show (TGS) 2026.

Following the success of last year’s announcement, where the developer promised to both honor the legacy of the original title and push the series into a new era, attendees at TGS 2026 will be the first to get their hands on the project. The developer confirmed that a “world premiere demo” will be playable at the SEGA/Atlus booth, marking the first time fans can experience the revamped gameplay firsthand.

A New Look for a Familiar Icon

To mark the occasion, the studio has promised a series of spectacles at the event. Beyond the playable demo, the booth will feature a life-size replica of Juliet Starling’s iconic chainsaw, providing a perfect photo opportunity for attendees. Furthermore, the studio has teased that Juliet will be debuting a “brand new outfit” for this outing, details of which will be shared across the official Lollipop Chainsaw social channels.

This upcoming project remains a high-priority collaboration between NADA HOLDINGS and Dragami Games. According to the development team, the project is being built with a heavy emphasis on fan feedback and the inclusion of key staff members who worked on the original 2012 release. The original game, developed by Suda51’s Grasshopper Manufacture, famously featured a script co-written by acclaimed director James Gunn, and the new team is focused on maintaining that unique, irreverent spirit.

Building on Recent Success

The franchise has seen a resurgence of activity in recent years. Following the 2024 launch of Lollipop Chainsaw RePOP on Switch, a specialized version of the remaster arrived on the Switch 2 in May 2026. That release brought significant technical enhancements to the cult favorite, including improved graphical fidelity, higher screen resolutions, and a new “gun shooting” mode optimized for the console’s advanced hardware and Joy-Con 2 mouse support.

With the franchise momentum growing, the excitement surrounding this new, original title is palpable. Dragami Games has positioned this as more than just a revisit—it is a continuation of the brand’s unique appeal.

Tokyo Game Show 2026 is scheduled to run from September 17th to the 21st. For those eager to stay updated on the latest developments regarding this Lollipop Chainsaw project, be sure to keep an eye on official announcements throughout the event.