How To Fix R.E.P.O. Stuck on Loading Screen Bug

The world of spooky games is vast, encompassing classics like Resident Evil and Silent Hill. However, R.E.P.O. offers a uniquely unsettling experience. Unfortunately, some players are encountering a frustrating loading screen bug that prevents them from enjoying the game's chilling atmosphere. Let's explore how to fix this issue and get you back into the action.

Monsters in R.E.P.O. as part of an article about how to fix loading screen bug. — Image Source: semiwork

Many PC players launching R.E.P.O. find themselves stuck on the loading screen, a problem currently unaddressed by developer semiwork. Don't despair! Several solutions can often resolve this issue.

Simple Fixes: Restart and Reboot

The first steps are often the simplest. Try these before moving on to more advanced troubleshooting:

Close and Reopen the Game: A quick restart can sometimes resolve minor glitches. Close R.E.P.O. completely and relaunch it.
Reboot Your PC: If the first attempt fails, a full system reboot can refresh your computer's resources, potentially resolving underlying conflicts.

Advanced Troubleshooting

If the basic restarts don't work, let's try some more involved solutions:

Run R.E.P.O. as Administrator

Running the game as administrator grants it full system access, which can improve performance and resolve permission-related issues. Here's how:

Right-click the R.E.P.O. shortcut.
Select "Properties".
Navigate to the "Compatibility" tab.
Check the box "Run this program as an administrator".

Verify Game Files (Steam)

If you're playing R.E.P.O. through Steam, verifying the game files ensures all necessary components are present and correctly installed. Follow these steps:

Restart your PC and open Steam.
Right-click R.E.P.O. in your Steam Library (or click the gear icon).
Select "Properties".
Go to the "Local Files" tab.
Click "Verify integrity of game files".

Note: It's normal for some files to fail verification; this doesn't necessarily indicate a problem.

With these steps, you should be well on your way to experiencing the chilling world of R.E.P.O. without the frustrating loading screen interruption. For more tips and tricks on surviving the game's horrors, check out our guide on [ttpp] (link to other relevant content).

R.E.P.O. is available now on PC.