What Energy Crystals Do in R.E.P.O. and How to Get More

Conquering a level in the thrilling co-op game *R.E.P.O.* is no small feat. After triumphing over the challenges with your team, you'll find yourself at the Service Station, where you can enhance your arsenal with various weapons and upgrades, including the vital Energy Crystals. Let's dive into the role of Energy Crystals in *R.E.P.O.* and explore how to secure more of these crucial resources.

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

Energy Crystals are luminous yellow gems that become available for purchase at the Service Station once you've completed your first level. Priced between $7K and $9K, these crystals are most affordable early in the game when difficulty levels are lower. If you manage to navigate through the initial challenges without too much damage from the monsters, you should be able to purchase these crystals right away, bolstering your resources for future levels.

Upon purchasing an Energy Crystal, it will spawn an Energy Container/Station within your R.E.P.O. truck. This container is a game-changer, enabling you to recharge essential tools such as the Valuables or Extraction Tracker simply by placing them inside. Not only does this reduce the need for costly replacements, but it also saves your team money in the long run. To recharge an item, place it in the bin next to the container, marked by a distinctive yellow lightning bolt, and watch as it powers up, ready to face the next Clown, Gnome, or Shadow Child.

Energy Crystals will automatically appear in the container upon purchase, eliminating the need to manually transport them to your truck. However, be aware that these crystals have a finite lifespan; they lose energy with each use and will eventually break, requiring replacement to maintain the functionality of the Energy Container. Typically, one crystal can recharge about four battery sections of an item, while six crystals are needed to fully charge the Energy Container.

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

The only place to acquire Energy Crystals is at the Service Station, and they can be quite expensive. To ensure you have enough cash to buy these essential items, it's crucial to loot and scavenge as many valuables as possible during each level. Successfully completing a level with sufficient funds will earn you a trip to the Service Station, courtesy of the Taxman.

In particularly tough locations, it might be wise to aim to exit with just enough money to pass the level, rather than risking everything and losing your valuables in the process.

That's the scoop on Energy Crystals in *R.E.P.O.* and how to gather more. Make the most of your resources, and keep pushing forward in this exciting co-op adventure.

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