Introduction to R.E.P.O. Weapons
In the dark and chaotic world of R.E.P.O., violence is not just a choice; it’s a necessity. The R.E.P.O. monsters are relentless, and fighting back is the only way to survive. While the Shotgun is often considered the best weapon, its exorbitant price tag ($88K to 92K) makes it a luxury for many players, especially those still buying health packs and upgrades. Therefore, this guide focuses on more accessible weapons, traps, and throwables that can help you survive and thrive in the early and mid-game stages.
Strategic Use of Monsters
Before diving into the list, it’s crucial to understand that using monsters to fight each other can be a game-changer. Bangers can explode against other enemies, the Huntsman will shoot anything that makes noise, and the Clown’s laser can annihilate anything in its path. The Spewer’s bite deals significant damage and can be more effective than most melee weapons and throwables. While you can’t always control the spawn of these monsters, knowing how to leverage them can give you a fighting chance when funds are low.
Top 10 R.E.P.O. Weapons and Traps
10. Inflatable Hammer
The Inflatable Hammer is the best early-game weapon, ideal for breaking Gnomes and keeping smaller entities at bay. It has a good range and can deal an explosive swing against persistent enemies. However, it is not effective against monsters that can one-shot you, such as the Headman or the Clown. Its long charge bar makes it a reliable fallback option when funds are tight.
9. Shockwave Grenade
The Shockwave Grenade is a safer alternative to the standard grenade, thanks to its large impact radius. While it doesn’t deal as much damage, it can stagger and temporarily take enemies out of the fight. This gives you an opportunity to either hide or follow up with a firearm. However, it is less effective against high health pool monsters like the Headman, Robe, and Trudge.
8. Explosive Mine
The Explosive Mine is more reliable than grenades because you can place it strategically without the risk of accidentally blowing yourself up. It takes longer to activate, but you can time this by alerting slow enemies or learning their patrol paths. The mine deals significant damage and can disrupt attacks, giving you time to escape and place more traps.
7. Sword
The Sword is easy to use and deals more damage than the Inflatable Hammer. However, its short range puts you in danger, especially in one-on-one fights against powerful enemies. It is most effective against the Apex Predator, Chef, Spewer, and Rugrat. For tougher monsters, you’ll need to stun them first with a Tranq Gun, Shockwave Grenade, or Stun Mine.
6. Shockwave Mine
The Shockwave Mine is a safer version of the Shockwave Grenade, making it an excellent choice for protecting yourself when retreating to the truck. Place it in the path of deadly entities like the Headman, Trudge, Bowtie, and Robe. It can disrupt attacks and lure monsters into its blast, although it cannot kill them. Its larger impact radius makes it a versatile option.
5. Baseball Bat
The Baseball Bat is easy to use in close-range fights. Move your mouse side to side to continuously attack an enemy, staggering them. It is highly effective against the Reaper and Huntsman if you get the jump on them. However, it is not powerful enough to take on the Headman, Robe, or Clown alone. It is best used against enemies with small health pools like the Rugrat, Chef, or Upscream.
4. Stun Mine
The Stun Mine is effective against persistent and annoying monsters like the Upscream, Reaper, Chef, and Animal. It can also stun larger, stronger enemies for up to 10 seconds. Place it in a spot where you know a monster is patrolling, and it will activate if someone or something walks over it. This is a great pick when you’re retreating to the truck and need to keep enemies at bay.
3. Frying Pan
The Frying Pan is the best melee weapon in the game, combining high durability with excellent handling. Pair it with the Tranq Gun to stun most monsters and follow up with repeated blows. It can easily kill the Apex Predator, Spewer, Rugrat, and Chef. While it takes many hits to kill most enemies, its durability makes it a strong and reliable option.
2. Gun
The Gun is the most consistent weapon in R.E.P.O., effective against most monsters. It can kill many enemies with a single bullet, including the Reaper and Bowtie. While it is not ideal for enemies like the Spewer or the Headman, it is a powerful option for clearing the level of monsters. The Gun is challenging to use, as shots can be wasted, but its effectiveness makes it a top choice.
1. Tranq Gun
The Tranq Gun is an absolute necessity for surviving monster encounters. It can stun high-threat entities like the Robe, Bowtie, Trudge, Mentalist, Huntsman, and Headman for up to 15 seconds. This gives you time to reposition safely or pair it with other weapons for a kill. Its versatility and reliability make it an essential part of your arsenal.
Conclusion
In R.E.P.O., survival is a delicate balance of strategy and combat. While the Shotgun may be the ultimate weapon, its high cost makes it inaccessible for many players. By using a combination of throwables, drones, and the best weapons available, you can effectively manage monster encounters and clear levels. Remember to use monsters to fight each other, and always have a fallback plan with the Tranq Gun to ensure your survival. With the right tools and tactics, you can turn the tide and fight back against the R.E.P.O. monsters.
