This edition was a completely different beast. It came with a stricter CERO Z rating (for ages 18 and older), which is the Japanese equivalent of an "Adults Only" rating. What made this edition so sought-after was its inclusion of two separate game modes on the disc: the "KIRAKIRA VER." and the "ZAKUZAKU VER." (or "ZAKURAKU VER."). The "ZAKUZAKU" version featured the same uncensored, gore-filled violence as the North American and European releases. This gave Japanese players and collectors the ultimate choice: to play a polished, less violent version or the raw, over-the-top spectacle enjoyed by the rest of the world.
Here's what sets the Premium Edition apart:
Whether playing on original Japanese hardware or through emulation, this NTSC-J edition provides an unmatched, vibrant, and brutally fun experience. Lollipop Chainsaw Premium Edition -NTSC-J--ISO-
For the purist, the Lollipop Chainsaw Premium Edition NTSC-J ISO represents the definitive "Suda51" experience—a chaotic, uncensored, and culturally rich snapshot of 2012 gaming history. Whether played on original hardware or through modern emulation, it remains a sugary-sweet reminder of when gaming wasn't afraid to be weird.
The "Premium" moniker was not just for show. This edition was packed with exclusive content that made it the definitive way to experience the game, most notably the "Perfect Unlock Code" (パーフェクト・アンロックコード). This one-time-use code instantly unlocked a vast array of premium content that would otherwise require extensive playtime or was entirely exclusive to this release. This included: This edition was a completely different beast
The is region-free , meaning it will play on North American or European consoles.
Which you are targeting (PS3/RPCS3 or Xbox 360/Xenia)? If you need help configuration settings for 60FPS patches ? For the purist, the Lollipop Chainsaw Premium Edition
While fans are looking forward to the 2024/2025 Lollipop Chainsaw RePop remake, which promises upgraded graphics, 60 FPS performance, and potential quality-of-life improvements, the original 2012 Premium Edition (NTSC-J) remains the only way to experience the exact, stylized, and frequently chaotic vision of the original creators.