R.E.P.O Updates: Latest News

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R.E.P.O. News

2025

April 23

⚫︎ The developers of R.E.P.O. have unveiled exciting new features in a recent Q&A video, set to arrive in the game's upcoming update. A key addition is a sophisticated matchmaking system that will streamline multiplayer sessions. Players can now connect to region-specific servers, with hosts gaining the ability to set passwords and manage unwanted participants.

This update also promises expanded modding capabilities, new robot customization options, and details about an eagerly awaited new level. These enhancements are designed to enrich both solo and cooperative gameplay, providing players with greater flexibility and variety.

Read more: R.E.P.O.'s next update will include matchmaking and expressions, eliminating the need to shout at friends when they break something valuable (PCGamer)

April 22

⚫︎ In a Q&A video, the R.E.P.O. development team expressed their continued support for the game's vibrant modding community. They highlighted their enthusiasm for the creative mods that enhance the game but also requested that modders optimize their work to minimize server traffic. This is crucial for keeping server costs under control and ensuring a seamless experience for all players.

The team appreciates the community's innovative contributions and encourages modders to focus on efficiency.

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

⚫︎ After a triumphant early March launch on Steam, R.E.P.O. is set to receive further updates, including 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 enhancements and new content.

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 novel "duck bucket" item, specifically designed to counter the game's mischievous duck character. Semiwork Studios shared these details in a YouTube video on March 15, 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 a range of quality-of-life improvements.

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

March 3

⚫︎ Despite an initial lukewarm reception due to a simple smiley face image on Steam, R.E.P.O. is quickly gaining traction. The game has been rapidly climbing the Steam charts and is earning positive feedback for its fun and engaging gameplay.

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