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

R.E.P.O. is this year's biggest indie hit co-op horror title! Dive into the latest news and developments surrounding 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 game's next update. One of the standout features is a new matchmaking system, which will streamline multiplayer sessions by allowing players to join region-based servers. Hosts will have the flexibility to set passwords and remove unwanted participants, enhancing the overall gaming experience.

The update will also bring expanded modding support, new robot customization options, and a sneak peek at an upcoming level. These enhancements are set to enrich both solo and cooperative play, providing players with more ways to enjoy R.E.P.O.

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 vibrant modding community in a Q&A video. They expressed enthusiasm for the creative contributions of modders but gently requested that they optimize their mods to minimize server traffic. This initiative aims to keep server costs manageable while ensuring a smooth gaming experience for everyone.

The developers highlighted their appreciation for the creativity mods bring to the game, emphasizing the importance of efficiency.

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 a successful early March launch on Steam, R.E.P.O. has quickly gained popularity, praised for its unique take on the Lethal Company formula. The developers have announced plans for future updates, which will include new monsters and achievement support. This commitment to ongoing improvements and content expansion reflects the game's rising success.

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 an exciting new map and a "duck bucket" item designed to tackle the game's mischievous duck character. In a YouTube video dated March 15, Semiwork Studios explained that the duck bucket will prevent the duck from following players or entering its monster mode. The update will also feature new facial expressions and various quality-of-life enhancements, further improving the gameplay experience.

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 appearance with a simplistic smiley face image on Steam, R.E.P.O. is rapidly gaining traction. The game is climbing the Steam charts and receiving positive feedback for its entertaining gameplay and silly physics, marking it as a standout co-op horror title.

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