Grasshopper Manufacture founder Goichi Suda has shared new details about Romeo Is A Dead Man, confirming efforts to bring the game to Switch 2 and revealing that another Grasshopper title is set to launch in 2026. The update was delivered in a video message posted to the studio’s official YouTube account.
Speaking during a pre-launch play event held on February 7 at PARCO in Shibuya, Suda addressed fans directly. “Hello everyone, this is Goichi Suda of Grasshopper Manufacture. While today’s release of Romeo Is A Dead Man is a major milestone, I am actually speaking to you from February 7th on the roof of PARCO in Shibuya, where we are hosting a pre-launch play event,” he said. He noted strong attendance at the event and encouraged players to share feedback on the studio’s interpretation of Romeo and Juliet.
Suda also highlighted the game’s combat design, stating, “From a gameplay perspective, I want to emphasize that this title features no parrying; instead, it is focused entirely on high-octane dodge, slash, and gun action.” He encouraged players to post reviews on social media, describing community feedback as vital for future development.
Addressing post-launch content, Suda explained that planned art book and soundtrack releases were delayed. “We had hoped to have the art book and soundtrack ready for launch day, but unfortunately, we couldn’t quite meet that deadline,” he said, adding that both items are in development and will be released as soon as possible. He also confirmed discussions regarding a boxed edition, stating, “We are currently in negotiations with several companies to make a packaged release a reality, and we will share an official announcement as soon as those details are finalized.”
On platform expansion, Suda confirmed, “We are also putting in the effort to bring the game to the Switch 2, so we ask for your continued patience on that front.” While no release window was provided, the statement confirms that a Switch 2 port is actively being pursued.
In addition, Suda revealed that Grasshopper Manufacture is preparing another title for release this year. “It is nearly certain that we will be releasing another game during 2026,” he said, though he did not disclose further details. He indicated that more information will be shared at a later date.
Romeo Is A Dead Man launched globally on February 11, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, and PC via Steam. The third-person action adventure title follows Romeo Stargazer, resurrected as a Deadman and tasked with tracking temporal criminals across fragmented dimensions.
