R.E.P.O Console Release Confirmed

*R.E.P.O.*, the co-op horror game that launched in February, has captured the attention of over 200,000 PC players. However, fans eager to know if *R.E.P.O.* will make its way to consoles might be disappointed. As of now, *R.E.P.O.* remains a PC-exclusive title, and there's no indication from its developer, semiwork, that a console version is in the works. The team is currently focused on refining the game's multiplayer experience, which has encountered some challenges.

One of the primary hurdles semiwork is facing is the issue of cheating in multiplayer lobbies. The developer is keen on enhancing the game's multiplayer mechanics without compromising the integrity of the game. "The main issue with matchmaking lobbies is hackers. But the issue with an anti-cheat system is that you’re ruining the experience for everyone who has made mods, because mods don’t work with an anti-cheat system. And we don’t want that," the developer explained to PCGamer. This complex issue needs to be resolved before any consideration of a console port can be entertained.

While other PC-only games like *Mouthwashing* have successfully transitioned to consoles, it's worth noting that *Mouthwashing* is a single-player game, which simplifies the porting process. Similarly, games like *Lethal Company* and *Content Warning*, which share a similar theme of evading monsters, have also stayed PC-exclusive. Last year, the developers of *Content Warning* mentioned they were exploring a console release, but technical difficulties have since halted any progress on that front.

In summary, the prospects of *R.E.P.O.* coming to consoles appear slim at this time. The developer's priority is to address the multiplayer challenges on PC, and there has been no expressed interest in expanding to other platforms. For now, *R.E.P.O.* enthusiasts will need to enjoy the game on their PCs.

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