Lollipop Chainsaw RePop: 8 Beginner Tips

Lollipop Chainsaw has been brought to modern consoles through the RePop remaster, allowing a new generation to experience Suda51 and James Gunn's bizarre creation. Who else would think to combine the gore of chainsaws and zombies with high school cheerleading routines?

How Long Does It Take To Beat Lollipop Chainsaw: RePop?

Juliet is back, but how much time will you spend chopping up zombie hordes?

Lollipop Chainsaw stands out thanks to its over-the-top cutesy art style contrasting with the grisly violence Juliet must engage in to defend her town. Despite Juliet's already impressive zombie-hunting skills, you'll need to master the game's systems if you want to make it out of the adventure alive. Here are a handful of tips to make sure you don't fall prey to the latest undead outbreak.

Invest In Upgrades Early

As you navigate the game's levels, Juliet will come across kiosks where she can spend her earned medals. These shops don't just sell costumes; you can purchase items that will permanently upgrade Juliet's stats, such as hertotal health pool and how long she takes to recoverfrom being knocked down.

Additionally, this is where you buy more combos for your chainsaw. They can't be performed until you've purchased them, so the quicker you buy up their unlocks, the more moves you'll have in your arsenal!

Make Zombies Groggy, Then Decapitate Them

It's possible to put zombies into a groggy state, where they'll be dazed kneeling on the floor. You should try to do this as much as possible, because not only will the affected enemies no longer attack you, but they can also be easily beheaded with a single chainsaw swipe.

In order to put a zombie into a groggy state, you'll need to hammer them with cheerleader attacks. These make use of Juliet's pom-poms and acrobatics routines, rapidly bludgeoning any enemies in your path. They will then drop to their knees, ready to be dispatched.

Once the zombie hordes have been (momentarily) subdued, it's time to kill them off. Your chainsaw attacks are incredibly powerful, but equally slow; using them recklessly while fighting a horde will get you beat down. However, they're perfect to use on a dazed enemy. Simply approach a groggy zombie and use a chainsaw attack to lop off their head.

Don't Forget Your Low Slash

Most of the zombies you encounter will be the shambling corpses that have permeated popular culture for decades. With that being said, there are a few that you'll find crawling on the ground, and it can be hard to hit them with your standard moves; remember to utilize your swipe in moments like these. It's also a great way to work crowd control, damaging multiple zombies at the same time.

There are even a few enemy types that are especially vulnerable to low slashes, so make sure to experiment!

Consult Your Combo Guide

As you begin buying up new combos, it can be hard to juggle all their inputs in your head. Thankfully, Lollipop Chainsaw understands this, and keeps a complete list of all the combat abilities you have access to. Pause the game and head to the How to Cook Zombie menu, where you can find the button sequence for every dismemberment technique you've acquired.

Dodge, Dodge, Dodge

Lollipop Chainsaw doesn't feature any way to block, so there's only one way to avoid damage: dodging. Dodge often, as it will become essential in encounters with lots of enemies. If you become surrounded, don't panic; you can actually dodge into enemies, causing you to leapfrog over them. Follow that input with a chainsaw attack, and you have a chance to cleave them in half!

Making use of your jump can also help you preserve your health. Attacking from the air makes it difficult for zombies to strike back, and you will gain more aerial combat options as you acquire new moves from shops.

Use Star Soul Mode And Nick Tickets

Outside of Juliet's normal combat skills, Lollipop Chainsaw has a few mechanics for you to use if you find yourself struggling. The first is Star Soul mode, which is your standard power-up. After filling the gauge and pressing the Right Trigger, Juliet will become invulnerable and incredibly strong, capable of instantly killing zombies with her chainsaw. This is perfect for when you encounter a big group of enemies or need help finishing off a boss.

There's also a mechanic called Nick Tickets. These refer to Juliet's severed-head boyfriend and his ability to help her in combat. After getting a Nick Ticket either through exploration or purchase at a store, you can click the Left Stick to trigger a roulette.

If you successfully stop the roulette on Nick's head, you will gain a temporary ability which is very effective at stunning zombies. If you miss, you'll have wasted a ticket and will need to use another one.

Sparkle Hunt For Medals

As you're fighting zombies, you may notice that the screen may go into a freeze-frame occasionally with the text "Sparkle Hunting" appearing and a medal count. This mechanic recognizes when you kill multiple enemies in rapid succession, showering you with both gold and platinum medals.

It's meant to reward your skill as a zombie hunter, so try to decapitate a few undead at the same time in order to earn some extra money.

Rescue Survivors Or Face The Consequences

There will be points in Lollipop Chainsaw where you have the opportunity to save civilians from being devoured by zombies. It is highly recommended that you prioritize keeping them alive; failure to do so will see them transform into yet another enemy you need to mow through.

Not only do the survivors come back as zombies, but they're actually stronger than the normal enemies. They come packing a hefty life bar, so it's best to just save them before they have an opportunity to turn.

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