R.E.P.O Global Language Support Announced: Play in Russian, Spanish, and More
Author: R.E.P.O Localization Team
The terrifying experience of R.E.P.O is about to become even more immersive for players worldwide as we announce comprehensive language support for multiple regions. Whether you're looking to play R.E.P.O на русском, experience R.E.P.O en español, or enjoy the game in one of many other supported languages, this update brings the horror closer to home.
Full Language Support Lineup
Our localization team has been working tirelessly to bring R.E.P.O to global audiences with professional translations that preserve the game's atmosphere and narrative nuances. The following languages are now fully supported:
| Language | Text UI | Voice Acting | Subtitles |
|---|---|---|---|
| English (Original) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| R.E.P.O на русском (Russian) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| R.E.P.O en español (Spanish) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| German (Deutsch) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| French (Français) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Japanese (日本語) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Chinese (中文) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Korean (한국어) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Portuguese (Português) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Italian (Italiano) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Polish (Polski) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Turkish (Türkçe) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
R.E.P.O на русском: Russian Language Features
The Russian version of R.E.P.O has been meticulously localized to preserve the authentic horror experience while being culturally relevant to Russian-speaking players.
Russian-Specific Features:
- Native voice acting by renowned Russian horror genre actors
- Region-specific horror references that resonate with Russian folklore
- Specialized audio processing to match Russian phonetics
- Customized UI layouts optimized for Cyrillic character widths
"Играть в R.E.P.O на русском языке - это совершенно новый уровень погружения в атмосферу ужаса. Локализация передает все нюансы оригинала и добавляет свой собственный колорит." - Игромания
R.E.P.O en español: Spanish Localization Details
Spanish-speaking players can now experience R.E.P.O en español with full cultural adaptation for both European Spanish and Latin American dialects.
Spanish Version Highlights:
- Dual dialect support for European and Latin American Spanish
- Region-specific voice acting with different accent options
- Culturally adapted horror elements that reference Hispanic folklore
- Specialized UI layouts accounting for text expansion in Spanish
"La versión española de R.E.P.O no es una simple traducción, sino una adaptación completa que respeta las sutilezas del terror en nuestra lengua." - 3DJuegos
Did you know? The R.E.P.O en español version features unique Easter eggs referencing famous Hispanic horror legends like La Llorona and El Cuco, adding an extra layer of cultural immersion.
Asian Language Support: Japanese, Chinese, and Korean
Asian markets receive special attention in our localization efforts, with complete adaptations for Japanese, Chinese (both Simplified and Traditional), and Korean.
Asian-Specific Adaptations:
- Asian horror genre elements incorporated into gameplay
- Font optimizations for legibility of complex characters
- Context-sensitive translations that preserve the original intent
- Region-specific cultural references that enhance immersion
How to Change Your Language in R.E.P.O
Accessing the multilingual features of R.E.P.O is simple:
In-Game Language Settings:
- Launch R.E.P.O and access the main menu
- Select "Options" or "Settings" from the menu
- Navigate to the "Language" tab
- Choose your preferred language from the dropdown menu
- Apply settings and restart the game when prompted
Platform-Specific Language Settings:
You can also set your preferred language before launching the game:
Steam:
- Right-click R.E.P.O in your Steam library
- Select "Properties"
- Navigate to the "Language" tab
- Select your preferred language from the dropdown menu
Console (Xbox/PlayStation):
- The game will default to your system language
- Change your console system language to affect the game
- Alternatively, use the in-game options as described above
Community Translation Projects
Beyond our official language support, we're excited to announce our Community Translation Initiative:
Current Community Projects:
- Hindi (80% complete)
- Arabic (75% complete)
- Thai (60% complete)
- Vietnamese (55% complete)
Want to contribute to a translation project? Join our Discord server and sign up for the Translation Team.
Voice Acting Spotlight
Each language version features professional voice actors who specialize in horror:
R.E.P.O на русском (Russian)
Featuring Sergei Chirkov (Metro Exodus) and Elizaveta Boyarskaya (Resident Evil Village)
R.E.P.O en español (Spanish)
Starring Carlos Segundo (The Last of Us) and Michelle Jenner (Alien: Isolation)
日本語版 (Japanese)
Featuring Akio Otsuka (Death Stranding) and Yuko Kaida (Silent Hill)
中文版 (Chinese)
With Jiang Guangtao (Control) and Zhang Jingyi (Outlast)
Technical Challenges in Localization
Bringing R.E.P.O to multiple languages presented unique challenges:
Text Expansion Issues:
Languages like German and Russian can be up to 35% longer than English, requiring dynamic UI elements that adapt to different text lengths without breaking the layout or obscuring important game information.
Right-to-Left Support:
For Arabic language support (coming soon), we completely reworked our UI system to handle right-to-left text rendering while maintaining the game's atmospheric design.
Font Rendering:
Asian languages required specialized font rendering technology to maintain crisp text at various resolutions while preserving the game's distinctive visual style.
Experience R.E.P.O in your native language today!
The multilingual update is now live across all platforms. Update your game to access all language options and experience the horror in a whole new way.
We're committed to making R.E.P.O accessible to horror fans around the world, regardless of their native language. The terrors that await in the game transcend linguistic boundaries, and now players everywhere can experience the full emotional impact of our narrative in their own language.