*R.E.P.O.*, the co-op horror game that launched in February, has captured the attention of gamers, boasting over 200,000 players on PC. However, fans eager to play on consoles might be disappointed. As of now, *R.E.P.O.* is not slated for a console release, and it may remain exclusive to PC indefinitely. The game's developer, semiwork, has not hinted at any plans for a console version. Instead, they are focused on refining the game's multiplayer experience, which has encountered some challenges.
The primary hurdle semiwork faces is enhancing the multiplayer mechanics without making *R.E.P.O.* a breeding ground for cheats. "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 issue must be resolved before any consideration of a console port can be entertained.
While some 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. Other similar titles, such as *Lethal Company* and *Content Warning*, which also involve sneaking past monsters, have remained PC-exclusive. Last year, the developers of *Content Warning* mentioned considering a console release but cited technical difficulties. Since then, there has been no further update on a potential console launch.
In summary, *R.E.P.O.*'s developer has not shown any interest in bringing the game to consoles and is instead concentrating on improving the multiplayer aspects of the PC version.
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