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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. A key feature is the introduction of a matchmaking system, which will revolutionize multiplayer sessions by making them more accessible. Players will now easily join region-based servers, and hosts will have the ability to set passwords and remove unwanted participants.
The update doesn't stop there; it also promises expanded modding support, new customization options for robots, and a sneak peek at an upcoming level. These enhancements are set to enrich both solo and cooperative gameplay, offering players 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 development team behind R.E.P.O. used a recent Q&A video to reaffirm their commitment to the game's modding community. Addressing a query about Semiwork's stance on mods, they expressed strong support for community contributions while making a gentle request: modders should optimize their creations to minimize server traffic and help control server costs.
The developers highlighted their appreciation for the creativity that mods bring to the game, 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
⚫︎ After a successful early March launch on Steam, R.E.P.O. is not resting on its laurels. The game has announced plans for future updates, including the addition of new monsters and achievement support. Praised for its fresh take on the Lethal Company formula, R.E.P.O.'s rapid rise in popularity has spurred the developers to continue enhancing and expanding the game's content.
Read more: R.E.P.O. Reveals Achievements, New Monsters, and More Upcoming Content (Game Rant)
March 18
⚫︎ The first major update for R.E.P.O. is set to introduce a new map and a unique "duck bucket" item, designed to outsmart the game's troublesome duck character. In a March 15 YouTube video, Semiwork Studios detailed their strategy to prevent the duck from trailing players or entering its monster mode. Alongside this, the update will bring new facial expressions and several quality-of-life improvements to enhance the overall gaming 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 lukewarm reception due to its simplistic smiley face image on Steam, R.E.P.O. is quickly gaining traction and climbing the Steam charts. The game's entertaining gameplay and silly physics are earning it positive feedback and unexpected popularity among gamers.
Read more: R.E.P.O. is a new co-op horror game with silly physics currently exploding on Steam (GamingOnLinux)
