Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair
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Danganronpa 2×2 reveals Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch frame rate, resolution
Danganronpa 2×2 will run at 1080p docked and handheld on the Nintendo Switch 2, matching the original Nintendo Switch's docked resolution. The original Switch will run at 1080p docked and 720p handheld. Frame rates are variable between 30-60 FPS across platforms. PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X will support 4K resolution, while Xbox Series S will run at 1080p.
Danganronpa 2×2 Delayed to Early 2027, Slayhem Mode Details Revealed
Danganronpa 2×2 has been delayed to early 2027, moving from its original 2026 release window. The game will launch on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and the upcoming Switch 2. Developer Gemdrops and publisher Spike Chunsoft also detailed the new 'Slayhem Mode,' an alternate story with significant changes to plot and characters, offering 20% more content than the 'Original Mode' which features updated visuals of Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair.
Danganronpa 2x2 remaster will include a 'slayhem' alternate story mode with '20% more content' and a 3D world map, but it's been delayed to 2027
Spike Chunsoft has announced that the Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair remaster, titled Danganronpa 2x2, has been delayed to early 2027. The remaster will feature new character portraits, a 3D world map with fast travel, and an alternate storyline called 'slayhem' mode, which offers approximately 20% more content than the original game.
Danganronpa 2x2 delayed to 2027
Spike Chunsoft has announced that Danganronpa 2x2 has been delayed to early 2027. Producer Shohei Sakakibara stated that while development was progressing towards a 2026 release, the decision was made to ensure the best possible player experience. The game will feature both a revamped 'Original' mode retelling Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair with updated visuals and a new 'Slayhem' mode with a different storyline.
Danganronpa 2 Zozotown Merchandise Pre-Orders Opened
Zozotown has opened pre-orders for exclusive merchandise based on Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair, featuring characters like Hajime Hinata and Chiaki Nanami. This collaboration follows previous merchandise releases with Spike Chunsoft titles. A remake of Danganronpa 2 is slated for release in 2026 on Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC.
Danganronpa Series Nendoroid Survey Results Shared
Good Smile Company has shared the results of its Danganronpa Series Nendoroid survey, revealing the top three most requested characters for future collectible figures. Celestia Ludenberg from Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc was the most popular choice and is confirmed to be in development. Ibuki Mioda and Kaede Akamatsu also ranked highly among the 104,242 votes cast.
Danganronpa 15th Anniversary Orchestra Concert Announced
Kadokawa announced a Danganronpa 15th anniversary orchestra concert titled "Melodies of Hope and Despair" to be held in Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan, on August 11, 2026. The event will feature performances by the Heartbeat Symphony group, conductor Kento Takeuchi, voice actress Megumi Ogata, and composer Masafumi Takada, with voice-only announcements by Hiro Shimono and Kana Hanazawa. Ticket lotteries are open until May 24, 2026, with various pricing tiers and special provisions for students.
Danganronpa Character Chibigurumi Plush Start to Drop in July
Bandai Namco will release three volumes of Danganronpa Chibigurumi character plush toys in July and August 2026, featuring characters from the mainline games. These four-inch tall plushies will initially debut in Japanese arcades, with potential for worldwide sales later. Bushiroad also announced a separate line of Puchish plush toys launching in June 2026.
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Danganronpa 2×2 English Voice Cast Features Plenty of Familiar Faces
Spike Chunsoft has revealed the English voice cast for Danganronpa 2×2, reuniting the entire original cast from Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair. The announcement includes voice actors for key characters like Monokuma, Hajime Hinata, and Nagito Komaeda. The original game was released on PlayStation Portable in 2012 and later on PlayStation Vita in 2014.
Danganronpa 2×2 English Voice Cast Revealed | Console Creatures
Spike Chunsoft has revealed the English voice cast for Danganronpa 2×2, featuring notable actors like Johnny Yong Bosch, Bryce Papenbrook, Wendee Lee, and Stephanie Sheh. The game, which includes a new story scenario and revamped visuals for the original Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair, is set to launch in 2026 for Xbox Series, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Danganronpa 15th Anniversary Exhibition Starts
Spike Chunsoft and Kadokawa have launched the Danganronpa 15th Anniversary Exhibition in Japan, featuring artwork and exhibits from the series. A remake of Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair, titled Danganronpa 2x2, is also in development for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC, set for release in 2026.
