Lollipop Chainsaw

71%
Game Brain Score Based on 30 reviews
  • humor
  • story
  • music
Lollipop Chainsaw Game Cover
For Suda fans, Lollipop Chainsaw will be another title that'll quickly live up to your high expectations.  A presentation and soundtrack that takes you well away from gaming's conventions.
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"Lollipop Chainsaw" is an action-packed hack and slash game following Juliet Starling, a zombie-hunting cheerleader with a chainsaw. Juliet battles through hordes of the undead to uncover the cause of a massive zombie outbreak, only to discover an even greater threat: zombie rock lords. Using her chainsaw and wit, Juliet must defeat these powerful enemies to save the day.

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71%
Audience ScoreBased on 30 reviews
humor24 positive mentions
stability1 negative mentions
  • Lollipop Chainsaw features entertaining and humorous writing, with clever dialogue and memorable characters, thanks to the collaboration between Suda51 and James Gunn.
  • The game offers a fun and addictive combat system that becomes more enjoyable as players unlock new moves, upgrades, and abilities, along with engaging mini-games and boss fights.
  • The vibrant art style and an excellent soundtrack, featuring a mix of licensed tracks and original compositions, enhance the overall experience and energy of the game.
  • The controls can feel stiff and clunky at times, making the gameplay challenging, especially for new players who may struggle to get accustomed to the mechanics.
  • Some players find the game repetitive, particularly with certain mini-games and objectives that can detract from the overall enjoyment.
  • The storyline is considered weak by some, and while the humor is appreciated, it may not appeal to everyone, leading to mixed feelings about the game's depth.
  • humor24 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by witty dialogue, clever references, and memorable fourth wall breaks, making it a laugh riot for fans of absurd comedy. The banter between the main character and her decapitated boyfriend adds to the charm, while the over-the-top scenarios and quirky zombie interactions keep the tone light and entertaining. However, the humor's appeal may vary, as it leans heavily on immature and risqué elements that might not resonate with all players.

    • “There's plenty of funny dialogue, clever references, and even a little fourth wall breaking.”
    • “Her decapitated boyfriend Nick, voiced to absolute perfection by the wonderful Michael Rosenbaum, is a joy to listen to, and their banter ensured that every second that I wasn't slaying zombies, I was laughing and smiling at their conversations.”
    • “The zombies in this game aren't your typical mindless flesh-eating zombies; they have attitudes and say some really hilarious things.”
  • story20 mentions

    The game's story is a mix of humor and subversion of gender roles, featuring strong female characters and a cheeky tone that may not appeal to everyone. While it serves as a playful homage to zombie genre directors, many reviewers found the storyline to be weak and lacking depth, often overshadowed by the gameplay and comedic elements. Overall, it offers a light-hearted experience rather than a profound narrative, making it more of a fun romp than a serious story-driven game.

    • “In actuality, I enjoyed the way the game plays around with gender roles in a subversive way, and I was impressed by the number of strong and dominant female characters in the story as well.”
    • “Story: 4/5. Suda51 definitely crafted a unique tale of love, decay, pom poms, family, surrealism, and existential threat.”
    • “The storyline is humorous with plenty of funny situations and commentary.”
    • “The controls are kinda stiff at first, and the story is nearly non-existent.”
    • “Another thing is that the storyline sucks hard.”
    • “Don't get me wrong, it's hilarious and I didn't buy the game for the storyline, but the story is just awful, so I took off a star for that.”
  • music13 mentions

    The music in the game is highly praised for its energetic and diverse soundtrack, featuring compositions from notable artists like Jimmy Urine and Akira Yamaoka, as well as licensed tracks that enhance gameplay moments. Reviewers appreciate the thematic variety in boss fight music and the inclusion of unlockable tracks, contributing to the game's replay value. Overall, the audio design, including voice acting and sound effects, is considered top-notch, making it a standout aspect of the game.

    • “The soundtrack is an excellent mix of great compositions from Mindless Self Indulgence's Jimmy Urine and Akira Yamaoka of Silent Hill fame.”
    • “It's easily one of the best video game soundtracks I've ever heard and gives the game so much energy.”
    • “The graphics, sound design, and especially the soundtrack are all very much on point.”
    • “I realize they were modeled after genres of music, but I wish they would have branched out a bit. Zed was great, but I would have liked different bosses than Lewis and Killabilly.”
    • “The audio is great, but the soundtrack could have used more variety. It feels limited and repetitive after a while.”
    • “While the voice acting is solid, the overall music selection lacks depth and fails to keep the gameplay engaging.”
  • graphics12 mentions

    The graphics of the game are generally praised for their bright, colorful, and original art style, which aligns well with the quirky themes of the gameplay. While some players noted occasional glitches and the limitations of fixed camera angles, the overall visual presentation is considered appealing and well-executed, particularly for fans of Suda51's unique aesthetic. The game's visuals hold up well over time, showcasing a distinct and engaging style that enhances the overall experience.

    • “The game's art style is bright, colorful, and original.”
    • “Graphically, it looks pretty nice for a Suda51 game, and the sound effects and music are fitting.”
    • “The graphics, sound design, and especially the soundtrack are all very much on point.”
    • “The biggest problem with the overall look is the fixed camera angles, which can be quite frustrating.”
    • “Graphically, this could have easily been dated as being made a few years ago.”
    • “Graphics aren't great; they feel more like a cartoon than the cinematic quality most games strive for.”
  • gameplay8 mentions

    The gameplay in this title is characterized by a mix of hack-and-slash mechanics, engaging mini-games, and unique boss fights that incorporate musical themes and creative mechanics. While the controls may feel awkward initially, they become manageable, and the game offers high replay value through its level structure. However, fixed camera angles can be frustrating, and some players may encounter occasional stumbling blocks due to specific objectives or gameplay style changes.

    • “The game also finds lots of ways to break up the gameplay with fun mini-games and other surprises.”
    • “The boss fights are the shining star of this game, each having their own theme based on a genre of music with unique and fun mechanics.”
    • “Of course, all of that is meaningless without decent gameplay, and Lollipop Chainsaw has it in spades.”
    • “There were a few times I felt like I hit a stumbling block in the game where you had to complete an objective or the gameplay style changes, requiring a certain camera angle and the use of only a specific weapon.”
    • “The biggest problem with the overall look is the fixed camera angles, which will make you an angry video game nerd. The gameplay is hack and slash with some minor platforming elements.”
    • “I realize mechanics are in and of themselves repetitious, but that doesn't mean objectives have to be.”
  • replayability8 mentions

    Overall, the game offers high replayability, particularly for players interested in unlocking items, achievements, and competing on leaderboards. While the main storyline can be completed quickly, additional modes and collectible content provide incentives for repeated playthroughs, though some players may find limited motivation beyond that.

    • “However, the replay value is fairly high depending on your interest in unlocking items, achievements, or just replaying for the fun of it.”
    • “There are leaderboards to compete and compare scores worldwide, which gives this game a lot of high replay value.”
    • “Lollipop Chainsaw is a very enjoyable game that has a ton of replay value, with just a couple of blemishes.”
    • “You can beat this game in one night if you wanted to, and unless you want to get all the costumes and stuff like that, then there is not too much replay value.”
    • “It has a ton of replay value if you want to unlock all of Juliet's outfits and song tracks.”
    • “However, the replay value is fairly high depending on your interest in unlocking items, achievements, or just replaying for the hell of it.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Overall, the game's stability is solid, with no major glitches reported. Occasional NPC overlap occurs in specific situations, but this is not a common issue.

    • “No horrid glitches have been found, but there were times when NPC characters overlapped. However, these instances were rare and not the norm.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The reviews highlight strong voice performances, particularly Michael Rosenbaum's portrayal of Nick, which adds depth to a typical character, and Kimberly Brooks' role as Rosalind Starling, showcasing her talent as a voice actress. However, there is no specific mention of optimization in terms of game performance or technical aspects.

  • grinding1 mentions

    Players find that while certain mini-games can become tedious, the overall experience justifies the time spent grinding.

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Critic Reviews

65% average critic score

Play time

5hMedian play time
5hAverage play time
6hMain story
19hCompletionist
5-5hSpent by most gamers
*Based on 1 analyzed playthroughs

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