R.E.P.O. is this year's biggest indie hit co-op horror title! Read on to learn about the game's latest news and developments!
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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. have shared exciting details about the game's upcoming update. A key feature set to enhance multiplayer experience is the new matchmaking system, which will facilitate easier access to region-based servers. Hosts will have the added advantage of setting passwords and managing unwanted participants, ensuring a smoother co-op experience.
This update promises more than just matchmaking. It will also bring expanded support for modding, new customization options for robots, and a sneak peek at an upcoming level. These enhancements are designed to enrich both solo and cooperative gameplay, offering players more ways to tailor their experience.
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 development team behind R.E.P.O. has reaffirmed their commitment to supporting the game's vibrant modding community in a recent Q&A video. While expressing enthusiasm for the creativity that mods bring to the game, they've asked modders to optimize their creations to minimize server traffic. This request aims to keep server costs manageable while ensuring 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
⚫︎ Since its successful early March launch on Steam, R.E.P.O. has not only captured the hearts of gamers but also announced plans for future updates. These include the introduction of new monsters and achievement support, in response to the game's rapid rise in popularity. Praised for its unique take on the Lethal Company formula, R.E.P.O. is set to receive ongoing enhancements and content expansions.
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 is set to bring a new map and an innovative "duck bucket" item, specifically designed to manage the game's notorious duck character. Detailed in a March 15 YouTube video by Semiwork Studios, this update will prevent the duck from following players or entering its monster mode. Additionally, new facial expressions and various quality-of-life improvements will be introduced to enhance the gameplay experience.
Read more: R.E.P.O. Duck Bucket Added in First Update to Fend Off That Dreaded Duck (Game8)
March 3
⚫︎ Initially met with skepticism due to its simplistic smiley face image on Steam, R.E.P.O. has defied expectations by rapidly climbing the Steam charts. The game is gaining widespread acclaim for its entertaining and engaging gameplay, marking it as a surprising hit in the co-op horror genre.
Read more: R.E.P.O. is a new co-op horror game with silly physics currently exploding on Steam (GamingOnLinux)
