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. shared exciting details about the game's upcoming update. One of the most anticipated features is a new matchmaking system that will simplify the process of joining multiplayer games. Players can now connect to region-based servers, with hosts having the ability to set passwords and manage their sessions by removing disruptive participants.
The update will also expand modding capabilities, introduce new robot customization options, and reveal details about a new level. These enhancements are designed to enrich both solo and cooperative gameplay, providing players with greater flexibility and a more varied experience.
Read more: R.E.P.O.'s next update will include matchmaking and expressions, eliminating the need to shout at friends when they've broken something valuable (PCGamer)
April 22
⚫︎ During a recent Q&A video, the R.E.P.O. development team expressed their continued support for the game's modding community. When asked about Semiwork's stance on mods, the team showed enthusiasm for the creative contributions from the community. However, they also made a gentle request for modders to optimize their creations to minimize server traffic and help manage server costs.
The developers highlighted their appreciation for the creativity mods bring, while emphasizing the importance of efficiency to ensure a smooth gaming experience for everyone.
Read more: R.E.P.O. devs kindly ask modders to 'optimize the amount of server traffic they send' to prevent 'skyrocketing server costs'
March 23
⚫︎ Following its successful early March launch on Steam, R.E.P.O. has announced plans for future updates that will include new monsters and achievement support. The game's rapid ascent in popularity, celebrated for its fresh take on the Lethal Company formula, has motivated the developers to commit to continuous improvements 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 specifically designed to capture the game's mischievous duck character. Developer Semiwork Studios detailed this in a March 15 YouTube video, explaining how the duck bucket will prevent the duck from following players or entering its monster mode. The update also includes new facial expressions and various quality-of-life enhancements.
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 simple smiley face image on Steam, R.E.P.O. is rapidly gaining traction. The game is quickly climbing the Steam charts and receiving positive feedback for its engaging and entertaining gameplay.
Read more: R.E.P.O. is a new co-op horror game with silly physics currently exploding on Steam (GamingOnLinux)
