R.E.P.O., the cooperative horror game that launched in February, has quickly gained popularity, attracting over 200,000 players on PC. However, the big question remains: Will R.E.P.O. ever make its way to consoles? Here’s what you need to know.
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Currently, R.E.P.O. shows no signs of heading to consoles anytime soon. In fact, it might remain a PC-exclusive game indefinitely. The developer, semiwork, hasn’t hinted at plans to bring the game to consoles. Instead, the team is deeply focused on refining the game’s multiplayer mechanics, which present a unique challenge.
The primary obstacle lies in combating cheating within matchmaking lobbies. As the developer explains (via PC Gamer), implementing an effective anti-cheat system risks breaking custom mods, which are a core part of the game’s appeal. Striking the right balance between fairness and mod compatibility has proven difficult.
This hurdle must be resolved before even considering a console port. For context, some PC games like Mouthwashing have successfully transitioned to consoles due to their single-player focus, which simplifies development. Meanwhile, titles such as Lethal Company and Content Warning, which share similarities with R.E.P.O., remain PC-only. Last year, the developers of Content Warning mentioned exploring console options but cited technical challenges as a roadblock. Since then, no updates on a console release have surfaced.
In summary, based on the developer’s current priorities, it seems unlikely that R.E.P.O. will reach consoles anytime soon. Their efforts remain centered on enhancing the multiplayer experience for PC players.
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