R.E.P.O. is the breakout indie cooperative horror title of the year! Continue reading for the latest game news and development updates.
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⚫︎ In a recent Q&A video, the developers of R.E.P.O. outlined key features scheduled for the next update. A notable addition is a matchmaking system, designed to simplify joining multiplayer sessions. Players will connect to region-specific servers, and hosts will be able to password-protect their games and remove unwanted players.
The update will also bring expanded mod support, additional robot customization options, and details on a forthcoming level. These enhancements aim to improve both solo and cooperative play, offering players greater flexibility and variety.
Read more: R.E.P.O.'s next update will add matchmaking and expressions, so communicating with friends won't just mean shouting after they break something valuable (PCGamer)
⚫︎ In a recent Q&A video, the R.E.P.O. development team reaffirmed its support for the game's modding community. Responding to a question about semiwork's position on mods, the team expressed enthusiasm for community creations but also made a respectful request: modders should optimize their work to reduce server traffic and help control hosting expenses.
The developers stressed their appreciation for the creativity mods bring to the game, while urging efficiency to maintain a smooth experience for everyone.
Read more: R.E.P.O. developers politely ask modders to 'optimize the amount of server traffic they send' to prevent 'skyrocketing server costs'
⚫︎ Following its successful early March launch on Steam, R.E.P.O. has revealed plans for future updates, including new monsters and achievement support. The game's rapid rise in popularity, praised for its fresh take on the Lethal Company formula, has motivated the developers to commit to continuous improvements and additional content.
Read more: R.E.P.O. Announces Achievements, New Monsters, and Other Upcoming Content (Game Rant)
⚫︎ The first major update for R.E.P.O. will introduce a new map and a "duck bucket" item created to trap the game’s troublesome duck character. Developer Semiwork Studios shared the details in a March 15 YouTube video, explaining how the update will stop the duck from following players or activating its monster mode. The patch will also add new facial expressions and various quality-of-life upgrades.
Read more: R.E.P.O. Duck Bucket Added in First Update to Deal With That Annoying Duck (Game8)
⚫︎ Despite a modest first impression due to a basic smiley face image on its Steam page, R.E.P.O. is attracting unexpected attention. The game has been climbing Steam charts rapidly and is earning positive feedback for its enjoyable and humorous gameplay.
Read more: R.E.P.O. is a new co-op horror game with silly physics that's currently taking off on Steam (GamingOnLinux)
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