R.E.P.O: Latest Updates and Insights

R.E.P.O. is this year's biggest indie hit co-op horror title! Dive into the latest updates and developments of this thrilling game!

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R.E.P.O. News

2025

April 23

⚫︎ In a recent Q&A video, the developers of R.E.P.O. shared exciting details about the upcoming game update. A new matchmaking system is on the horizon, designed to streamline multiplayer sessions. Players will soon be able to connect to region-based servers, with hosts having the ability to set passwords and manage unwanted participants.

This update will also enhance the game with expanded modding support, new robot customization options, and a sneak peek at an upcoming level. These additions are set to enrich both solo and cooperative gameplay, providing players with more flexibility and variety.

Read more: R.E.P.O.'s next update will include matchmaking and expressions, so you no longer have to rely on shouting at your friends when they've smashed a valuable (PCGamer)

April 22

⚫︎ The R.E.P.O. development team recently reaffirmed their commitment to the game's modding community in a Q&A video. They expressed enthusiasm for the creative contributions from modders but also made a gentle request: to optimize their mods to minimize server traffic and help manage server costs.

The developers highlighted their appreciation for the creativity mods bring to the game, while encouraging efficiency to ensure a seamless experience for all players.

Read more: R.E.P.O. devs gently ask modders to 'optimize the amount of server traffic they send' to avoid 'skyrocketing server costs'

March 23

⚫︎ Following its successful early March launch on Steam, R.E.P.O. has announced plans for future updates, including new monsters and achievement support. The game's rapid rise in popularity, lauded for its unique take on the Lethal Company formula, has motivated the developers to commit to ongoing enhancements and content expansion.

Read more: R.E.P.O. Reveals Achievements, New Monsters, and More Upcoming Content (Game Rant)

March 18

⚫︎ R.E.P.O.'s first major update will introduce a new map and a "duck bucket" item, designed to trap the game's notorious duck character. Developer Semiwork Studios detailed these plans in a March 15 YouTube video, aiming to prevent the duck from following players or triggering its monster mode. The update will also include new facial expressions and various quality-of-life improvements.

Read more: R.E.P.O. Duck Bucket Added in First Update to Fend Off That Dreaded Duck (Game8)

March 3

⚫︎ Despite an initial underwhelming impression due to a simplistic smiley face image on Steam, R.E.P.O. is gaining unexpected popularity. The game has been rapidly climbing the Steam charts and receiving positive feedback for its entertaining gameplay.

Read more: R.E.P.O. is a new co-op horror game with silly physics currently exploding on Steam (GamingOnLinux)