Launched globally on February 26, 2025, REPO has quickly garnered attention in the gaming community as a compelling single-player horror experience currently in early access. However, as with many indie titles still under development, some players are encountering issues, including the frustrating problem of the game freezing on the loading screen.
This article aims to explore the potential causes behind this loading screen issue and provide practical solutions to help players resolve it effectively.
Troubleshooting the Loading Screen Bug in REPO
If you find yourself stuck on the loading screen during gameplay, the first step you might want to try is a simple restart. Close the game entirely and reboot your computer. If the problem persists, consider implementing the following solutions.
1) Run REPO as an Administrator
To grant the game elevated permissions, right-click on the game’s executable file (shortcut) and select Properties. Then, navigate to the Compatibility tab and check the option for Run this program as an administrator.
2) Update Your Graphics Card Drivers
For Nvidia Users:
If you have an Nvidia graphics card, keeping your drivers updated is crucial. Here’s how to check for updates:
- Open the Nvidia app.
- On the left panel, click on Drivers to see if any updates are available.
- If updates are present, click on Download.
- After the download completes, proceed with the installation by selecting Express Installation.
For AMD Users:
Here are the steps for updating your AMD graphics drivers:
- Download and launch the AMD Adrenalin Edition app, which will detect pending driver updates automatically.
- Should an update be available, click on Download Now.
- The driver will install automatically once the download is complete.
3) Verify Game Files Integrity
Corrupted game files can often lead to issues like getting stuck on the loading screen. Fortunately, you can check and fix this easily. Follow these steps for Steam:
- Open Steam on your computer.
- Access your Game Library.
- Right-click on REPO and select Properties.
- Head to the Installed Files tab.
- Select Verify Integrity of Game Files and let Steam conduct a scan.
For more details and additional fixes regarding the loading screen bug in REPO, you can refer to the full guide here.