R.E.P.O. Guide: Killing or Escaping All Monsters

*R.E.P.O.*, a standout horror game in the streamer community in 2025, brings a chilling experience with a variety of monsters, each requiring unique strategies to handle. Below is a comprehensive guide to all the monsters in *R.E.P.O.* and how to effectively deal with them.

All Monsters in R.E.P.O.

Animal

Threat Level: Low

The Animal is swift but poses minimal danger due to its low damage output. It's incredibly easy to eliminate since it doesn't retaliate.

Apex Predator (Duck)

Threat Level: Low

The Apex Predator remains harmless unless provoked. For those looking to earn some easy cash, you can kill it by luring it to the extraction zone and crushing it under the piston.

Bang

Threat Level: Medium

True to its name, the Bang is an explosive enemy that charges at you upon detection. To neutralize it safely, pick it up and toss it into water, lava, or acid. Additionally, you can use Bangs to damage other monsters strategically.

Bowtie

Threat Level: Low

When a Bowtie spots you, it emits a scream that immobilizes you, preventing running and jumping, and pushes you backward. Although the scream itself isn't harmful, it can lead to secondary damage from environmental hazards. Bowties are slow and defenseless while screaming, making them easy targets for a stealthy attack.

Chef

Threat Level: Medium

The Chef's attacks are predictable; it jumps and slashes with knives. Dodge its attack to make it fall off-balance, providing a window for a counterattack.

Clown

Threat Level: High

The Clown is a formidable foe in R.E.P.O.. It uses a height-adjustable laser beam and can charge with a melee attack. However, it becomes vulnerable after firing its laser, offering a brief moment to either escape or strike back.

Gnome

Threat Level: Low

Gnomes move in packs, focusing more on destroying your loot than attacking you directly. They are frail and can be easily killed by slamming them against a wall or floor.

Headman

Threat Level: Low

The Headman, a floating head, is mostly harmless unless provoked by light. It's best to avoid shining lights on it to keep it at bay.

Hidden

Threat Level: Medium

The Hidden, appearing as a cloud of black smoke, can stun you and cause you to drop your items. It's challenging to spot and kill, so hiding when you sense its presence is advisable.

Huntsman

Threat Level: Medium

The blind Huntsman reacts to sound, firing a potentially lethal shotgun. Its predictable patrol route makes it avoidable, but engaging it directly is risky.

Mentalist

Threat Level: Medium

The Mentalist, an alien-like entity, uses an anti-gravity field to levitate and then slam objects to the ground. It can teleport, making it hard to escape. Fortunately, it's susceptible to melee attacks, and other players can rescue you if caught in its field.

Reaper

Threat Level: Medium

The slow and deaf Reaper is easy to avoid but strong. Use guns and ranged weapons to take it down safely.

Robe

Threat Level: High

Robe is a fast and aggressive monster that chases relentlessly. Looking at it triggers a frenzy, increasing its speed and damage. Avoid direct eye contact and hide until it moves on, as it has high HP.

Rugrat

Threat Level: Low

Although seemingly harmless, Rugrat can throw valuable items at you. It's best to avoid it, as it requires multiple people to lift and smash it against a wall to kill.

Spewer

Threat Level: Medium

The Spewer, resembling a tadpole, chases and vomits at players. If it latches onto you, it can cause you to vomit, affecting nearby players or items. Grab and shake it to make it flee.

Shadow Child

Threat Level: Low

Despite its creepy appearance, the Shadow Child is not a significant threat. Its low HP makes it vulnerable to most attacks, allowing for easy elimination.

Trudge

Threat Level: High

Trudge is slow but deadly, pulling you in for a devastating mace strike, often resulting in an instant kill. It's best to hide and wait for it to leave, as killing it is resource-intensive.

Upscream

Threat Level: Medium

Upscreams move in groups, grabbing and throwing players to cause damage and stun. They're susceptible to most attacks, but a tranq gun can stun them, allowing you to grab and slam them against a surface.

This guide covers how to handle all monsters in *R.E.P.O.* For more tips and insights into the game, be sure to check out The Escapist.