All Monsters & How to Kill or Escape Them in R.E.P.O.

Conquer the horrors of R.E.P.O. with this comprehensive guide to its diverse monster roster. 2025's hit streaming sensation throws a variety of terrifying creatures your way, each demanding a unique strategy. Let's break down how to handle each one:

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All Monsters in R.E.P.O.AnimalApex Predator (Duck)BangBowtieChefClownGnomeHeadmanHiddenHuntsmanMentalistReaperRobeRugratSpewerShadow ChildTrudgeUpscream All Monsters in R.E.P.O.

Animal

Threat Level: Low

The swift Animal inflicts minimal damage and offers little resistance, making it an easy target.

Apex Predator (Duck)

Threat Level: Low

Unless provoked, the Apex Predator poses no threat. However, for a quick profit, lure it to the extraction zone and crush it with the piston.

Bang

Threat Level: Medium

This explosive enemy rushes and detonates upon detection or attack. The safest approach is to pick it up and toss it into water, lava, or acid. Bangs can also be used offensively against other monsters.

Bowtie

Threat Level: Low

A Bowtie's scream immobilizes and repels players, potentially causing indirect damage. Exploit its slow movement and inability to move while screaming; stealth is key.

Chef

Threat Level: Medium

The Chef's predictable attacks – a knife slash after spotting you – leave it vulnerable after a successful dodge.

Clown

Threat Level: High

The Clown's laser beam adapts to your height, and it also utilizes a melee charge. However, a brief stun follows its laser attack, providing a window for counterattack or escape.

Gnome

Threat Level: Low

These weak, pack-hunting Gnomes prioritize loot destruction. Easily dispatched by picking them up and slamming them against a surface.

Headman

Threat Level: Low

This harmless floating head only becomes aggressive when illuminated.

Hidden

Threat Level: Medium

The Hidden, a black smoke entity, stuns and dispossesses players, often dragging them toward other enemies. Its elusiveness makes avoidance preferable to engagement.

Huntsman

Threat Level: Medium

Blind but sound-sensitive, the Huntsman's shotgun blast is lethal at close range. Its predictable patrol route allows for easy avoidance. Direct confrontation is discouraged.

Mentalist

Threat Level: Medium

This levitating alien activates an anti-gravity field before slamming objects to the ground. Its teleportation ability complicates evasion, but it's vulnerable to melee weapons. Teamwork can help counter the anti-gravity effect.

Reaper

Threat Level: Medium

Slow, deaf, and with limited pursuit range, the Reaper is easily avoided but packs a powerful punch. Ranged weaponry is recommended.

Robe

Threat Level: High

Fast and relentless, Robe enters a frenzy when directly observed, significantly increasing its speed and damage output. Avoidance and stealth are crucial; direct confrontation is ill-advised.

Rugrat

Threat Level: Low

While seemingly harmless, Rugrat throws valuable items if spotted. Its low health requires multiple players for effective elimination.

Spewer

Threat Level: Medium

This tadpole-like creature chases and vomits, potentially harming nearby players or items. Grabbing and shaking it will cause it to flee. Its vomit can also damage enemies.

Shadow Child

Threat Level: Low

Despite its creepy appearance, the Shadow Child boasts extremely low health, making it easily one-shotted.

Trudge

Threat Level: High

Trudge's deadly mace attack is preceded by a pull, often resulting in instant death. Its ability to drag you from cover emphasizes the need for avoidance.

Upscream

Threat Level: Medium

These creatures travel in groups, grabbing and throwing players for damage and stunning effects. While vulnerable to various attacks, the tranq gun proves particularly effective for stunning and subsequent elimination.

Master these strategies to survive the terrifying encounters within R.E.P.O., and remember to consult The Escapist for additional game tips and information.