R.E.P.O.: Guide to Monsters - Kill or Escape Tactics

R.E.P.O. has captivated the streaming community in 2025 with its thrilling horror gameplay, featuring a diverse array of monsters, each requiring a unique strategy to overcome. Below, we delve into the complete list of monsters in R.E.P.O. and the best methods to handle them.

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• All Monsters in R.E.P.O.
  • Animal
  • Apex Predator (Duck)
  • Bang
  • Bowtie
  • Chef
  • Clown
  • Gnome
  • Headman
  • Hidden
  • Huntsman
  • Mentalist
  • Reaper
  • Robe
  • Rugrat
  • Spewer
  • Shadow Child
  • Trudge
  • Upscream

All Monsters in R.E.P.O.

Animal

Threat Level: Low

The Animal is a swift but harmless creature that won't retaliate, making it an easy target for elimination.

Apex Predator (Duck)

Threat Level: Low

The Apex Predator remains benign unless provoked. To dispatch it for rewards, lure it to the extraction zone and crush it with the piston.

Bang

Threat Level: Medium

The Bang, a grenade-like adversary, will charge and explode upon detection. Handle it by tossing it into water, lava, or acid. It can also be used strategically to damage other monsters.

Bowtie

Threat Level: Low

Bowties emit a scream that immobilizes players and pushes them back. They're slow and defenseless during their scream, so approach stealthily and attack when they're not alert.

Chef

Threat Level: Medium

The Chef's attacks are predictable; it leaps and slashes. Dodge its attack to exploit its momentary imbalance and strike back.

Clown

Threat Level: High

The Clown uses a height-adjusting laser beam and a melee charge. Post-laser, it stuns briefly, offering a window for counterattacks or escape.

Gnome

Threat Level: Low

Gnomes, though weak, target your loot. Easily dispatch them by slamming them against walls or the floor.

Headman

Threat Level: Low

The Headman, a floating head, is only aggressive when illuminated. Avoid shining lights on it to stay safe.

Hidden

Threat Level: Medium

The Hidden, resembling black smoke, can stun and disarm players, often dragging them towards other threats. Its invisibility makes it hard to kill, so hiding is the best strategy.

Huntsman

Threat Level: Medium

The blind Huntsman reacts to sound with deadly shotgun blasts. Its predictable patrol routes make it easy to avoid.

Mentalist

Threat Level: Medium

The Mentalist's anti-gravity field can be lethal, but it's vulnerable to melee attacks. Other players can rescue you from its field if you're trapped.

Reaper

Threat Level: Medium

The slow and deaf Reaper is easily avoided but strong. Use ranged weapons for safe elimination.

Robe

Threat Level: High

The fast and aggressive Robe enters a frenzy when looked at directly. Avoid eye contact and hide to evade its pursuit.

Rugrat

Threat Level: Low

Rugrat, though seemingly harmless, can throw items at you. It's best to avoid it, as it requires multiple people to kill by smashing it against a wall.

Spewer

Threat Level: Medium

The Spewer chases and vomits on players, causing damage. Shake it off to make it flee.

Shadow Child

Threat Level: Low

The eerie Shadow Child is easily defeated with a single hit due to its low HP.

Trudge

Threat Level: High

The slow but deadly Trudge pulls players in for a devastating mace strike. Hide and wait for it to leave rather than engaging.

Upscream

Threat Level: Medium

Upscreams in groups can throw and stun players. Use a tranq gun to stun them, then slam them into walls or the floor.

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