
Danganronpa 2x2
Danganronpa 2 remake with a new Slayhem scenario, out 14 January 2027
- PS5
- Xbox Series X|S
- PC
- Switch
- Switch 2
The story so far
What we know about Danganronpa 2x2
Danganronpa 2x2 is a remake of Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair, published by Spike Chunsoft and, according to the Steam page as reported by RPG Site, developed by Gemdrops. It was announced on 12 September 2025 as a high-speed deductive action game: players investigate crime scenes, gather evidence and take part in Class Trials, refuting classmates' arguments to expose the murderer among a group of trapped high schoolers.
The game contains two scenarios that are playable from the start. Original mode retells the 2012 story with updated visuals and production for modern systems. Slayhem mode is a new scenario with the same setting and cast, where a certain incident triggers a completely different chain of events, with different victims, culprits and tricks. Spike Chunsoft says the new scenario matches the original in volume. Siliconera reports that Split Opinion, a mechanic from Danganronpa V3, returns alongside a new mechanic called Akimbo Consensus, and that a new mysterious character appears in Slayhem mode.
Danganronpa 2x2 releases on 14 January 2027 for Switch 2, Switch, PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC through Steam and the Epic Games Store. The date was moved from the original 2026 window, a delay announced at Anime Expo in July 2026. An introduction trailer featuring Slayhem mode arrived on 9 September 2026. Pre-orders are open for the standard edition and for the Psycho Tropical Vacation Package, a limited edition, and English audio and text are confirmed.
What to expect from Danganronpa 2x2
Based on what the developer and publisher have shown so far.
- 01
A revamped Goodbye Despair
Original mode retells the 2012 story with updated visuals and production for modern systems.
- 02
Slayhem, a new scenario
Same setting and cast, but a different chain of events, new victims, new culprits and new tricks, at a length comparable to the original.
- 03
High-speed deductive action
Investigate crime scenes, collect evidence and refute arguments in Class Trials, with Siliconera reporting a returning Split Opinion mechanic and a new Akimbo Consensus mechanic.
- 04
Wide platform launch
Switch 2, Switch, PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC on Steam and the Epic Games Store are all listed for the same January 2027 date.
See it for yourself


Confirmed. Unconfirmed. Clear.
A quick way to separate official information from speculation.
Confirmed
- Release: 14 January 2027 in North America and Europe, for Switch 2, Switch, PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC (Steam and Epic Games Store).Spike Chunsoft
- Two scenarios from the start: Original mode, a revamped retelling of the 2012 story, and Slayhem mode, a new scenario with different victims, culprits and tricks.Spike Chunsoft
- The new scenario offers content on par with the original, with the same setting and cast.Spike Chunsoft
- Pre-orders are open for the standard edition and the Psycho Tropical Vacation Package limited edition; prices were not given in the announcement.Spike Chunsoft
- An introduction trailer showing Slayhem mode was released on 9 September 2026.Spike Chunsoft
- Gemdrops is listed as developer and Spike Chunsoft as publisher; the game is also coming to the Epic Games Store.RPG Site
Not confirmed
Prices
Spike Chunsoft's announcement does not list standard or limited edition prices; check the store pages.
Full language support
English audio and text are confirmed, but the full list of supported languages was not stated in the announcement.
Demo
No playable demo has been announced in the sources reviewed.
New mechanics and character details
Split Opinion returning, the new Akimbo Consensus mechanic and a new mysterious character in Slayhem come from Siliconera's coverage of the trailer and were not repeated in the sources above. Siliconera
Rumours are labelled and linked to their source.
Timeline
The road to release, from announcement to launch.
12 September 2025
Spike Chunsoft announces Danganronpa 2x2 for a 2026 release in North America and Europe. Spike Chunsoft
9 September 2026
Introduction trailer featuring Slayhem mode released, with the 14 January 2027 date. Spike Chunsoft
14 January 2027
Planned release on Switch 2, Switch, PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. Spike Chunsoft
Waiting for Danganronpa 2x2? Play these
Our best guesses until it is out, picked for the same kind of experience.

Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair
The original game this remake retells, with the same cast and island setting.

Danganronpa V3: Killing Harmony
The series entry that introduced Split Opinion, a mechanic reported to return in 2x2.

Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc
Where the series began: investigations and Class Trials in a locked school.

The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy
Also from Spike Chunsoft, a story-driven game with a school setting and a large cast.

Ace Attorney Investigations: Miles Edgeworth
Another investigation-and-argument game where you gather evidence and pick apart contradictions.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to what people search for most.
When is Danganronpa 2x2 released?
Danganronpa 2x2 is scheduled for 14 January 2027 in North America and Europe, according to Spike Chunsoft. It was originally planned for 2026.
Which platforms is Danganronpa 2x2 coming to?
Switch 2, Switch, PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC through Steam and the Epic Games Store.
What is Slayhem mode?
Slayhem is a new scenario set in the Goodbye Despair world with the same cast, but with different victims, culprits and tricks. It is available from the start alongside Original mode.
Is Danganronpa 2x2 a remake?
Yes. Original mode is a revamped retelling of Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair from 2012, and Slayhem adds a completely new storyline.
Is there a trailer for Danganronpa 2x2?
Yes. Spike Chunsoft released an introduction trailer on 9 September 2026 featuring Slayhem mode. You can watch it on this page.
Can I pre-order Danganronpa 2x2?
Yes. The standard edition and the Psycho Tropical Vacation Package limited edition can be pre-ordered through the Spike Chunsoft store and retailers.
