REPO, the latest cooperative horror game to hit Steam, has quickly captured the attention of gamers, outpacing even the highly-anticipated Civilization 7 in sales just after its early access launch. This rapid rise to popularity can be attributed to the game’s unique take on the genre, which combines elements familiar to players with inventive, absurd mechanics.
At its core, REPO revolves around players taking on the role of googly-eyed, colorful pedal bins, tasked with repossessing items from eerie buildings. Inspired by the monster-filled chaos of Lethal Company, REPO expands the maximum player count from four to six, allowing for even more chaotic encounters. Unlike typical horror games where players might panic and run, REPO combines whimsy with tension, and the addition of physics-based mechanics offers players the chance to engage with their surroundings—and each other—in uproarious ways.
One of the most noteworthy features of REPO is the telekinetic ability to lift objects within the game environment. Each object has its specific weight, which means larger items require teamwork to be effectively moved. Players can even lift one another, leading to comical situations, often highlighted by the amusing antics of players dunking fellow team members—including the unfortunate soul who gets tossed headfirst onto the toilet. "Never occurred to me Lethal Company was missing physics until I played this game," noted one player, eternalreflect, demonstrating how easily REPO’s interactions turn mundane tasks hilarious.
Another impressive aspect of REPO is its suspenseful gameplay mechanic when it confronts the players with lurking monsters. Instead of merely fleeing or getting caught, players can hide by flattening their characters beneath furniture, adding a layer of strategy to encountering threats. This dynamic is praised by players like Polaris, who stated, "I personally love the fact there really isn’t a time limit when you’re in the mission; you can explore and take as much time as you need.” Such freedom enhances the gameplay, making it less about racing against the clock and more about enjoying the eerie atmospheres.
Currently, REPO is available for £8.50/$10, with a promotional 20% discount for its launch. Despite being labeled as early access, developer semiwork assures players the game is already “perfectly playable” and “fleshed out,” boasting three distinct worlds, 19 different types of monsters, 29 pieces of equipment, and eight player upgrades. The team has committed to continuously improving the game based on community feedback, with expectations of reaching feature-completion status within the next 6 to 12 months.
With its combination of hilarious gameplay, engaging mechanics, and player-driven exploration, it’s no wonder REPO is sustaining its positive momentum on Steam. The enormous appeal it has demonstrated since its launch serves not only to highlight the innovation occurring within the indie gaming scene but also signals the growing demand for cooperative horror experiences. Reports show the early access version has already received nearly 2,000 reviews, consistently landing in the 'Overwhelmingly Positive' category.
Steam users have been quick to commend the unique character interactions and freeform nature of gameplay. The success of REPO reaffirms the notion among gamers: sometimes, all it takes for indie titles to turn heads is the right twist on familiar mechanics and the pure joy of cooperative play. Several players have expressed enthusiasm for the experience, signaling the potential for the genre to evolve even more remarkably as new releases continue to dominate the digital storefront.
For those enchanted by the thrilling and chaotic world of REPO, there’s much to explore. While it operates under the early access model, the commitment of the developers to craft it alongside the community offers players their input and experiences being recognized as integral to the game's progress. With laughter likely echoing through headphones as players band together for both humorous and harrowing escapades, REPO stands as another jewel among cooperative games redefining the horror genre on Steam.