Energy Crystals in R.E.P.O.: Uses and Acquisition Methods

Successfully navigating through a level in the cooperative game *R.E.P.O.* is a significant achievement. After triumphing, you and your team can visit the Service Station to purchase various weapons and upgrades, including the invaluable Energy Crystals. Here's a detailed look at what Energy Crystals do in *R.E.P.O.* and strategies for acquiring more of them.

What Are Energy Crystals in R.E.P.O.?

Energy Crystals, the radiant yellow gems you'll find at the Service Station, become available after you conquer the first level or location. Their cost can range from $7,000 to $9,000, with prices typically being lower at the game's start when the difficulty level is at its easiest. If you've managed to make it through the initial stages with minimal damage from monsters, you should have enough funds to purchase these crystals right away.

Once you invest in an Energy Crystal, it will generate an Energy Container/Station within your R.E.P.O. truck. This container is a game-changer, enabling you to recharge essential tools like the Valuables or Extraction Tracker by simply placing them inside. This not only cuts down on the need for replacements but also saves your team money over time. To recharge an item, place it in the bin next to the container, marked by a distinctive yellow lightning bolt, and it will start to recharge, preparing you to face the next Clown, Gnome, or Shadow Child.

Energy Crystals automatically appear in the container once purchased, eliminating the need to manually add them to your truck like other items. However, these crystals have a finite lifespan and will eventually break, requiring replacement to continue using the container. Typically, one crystal can refill four battery sections of an item, while six crystals are needed to completely fill the Energy Container.

How To Get More Energy Crystals in R.E.P.O.

Energy Crystals are exclusively available at the Service Station, and their high cost means you'll need to strategize your purchases. To ensure you have enough cash, focus on looting and scavenging as many valuables as possible during each level. Only after completing a level with sufficient funds will the Taxman send you to the Service Station.

In especially challenging locations, it might be wise to aim to finish the level with just enough money to advance, rather than risking everything and potentially losing your valuables.

That's the rundown on what Energy Crystals do in *R.E.P.O.* and how to acquire more of them. *R.E.P.O.* is now available on PC.