R.E.P.O. Loot Priority Guide

Not all loot is created equal. This guide breaks down every valuable in R.E.P.O. by value, weight, and value-per-weight ratio, so you can make smart decisions about what to grab and what to leave behind.

Understanding Value vs. Weight

The most important metric in R.E.P.O. is Value per Weight (VpW). An item that weighs 1 unit and is worth $5,000 is better than an item that weighs 5 units and is worth $10,000.

Metric	Formula	Why It Matters
Value per Weight	Value ÷ Weight	Higher is better - you can carry more total value
Carry Speed	Base speed - (Weight × slowdown factor)	Heavy items slow you down, making you vulnerable
Extraction Time	Weight ÷ extraction speed	Heavier items take longer to extract

Loot Tier List (S-Tier to D-Tier)

S-Tier (Grab Immediately, Solo-Friendly)

Item	Value	Weight	VpW	Notes
Diamond	$8,000	0.5	16,000	Best item in the game. Always grab.
Gold Bar	$5,000	0.5	10,000	Excellent for its weight
Ruby	$6,000	0.5	12,000	Small, high value, easy to carry
Jewelry Box	$7,000	1.0	7,000	Multiple items inside
Rare Coin	$4,000	0.2	20,000	Insane VpW but rare

Strategy: These are your primary targets. A solo player can carry 2-3 of these and still sprint effectively.

A-Tier (High Priority, Team or Fast Solo)

Item	Value	Weight	VpW	Notes
Painting	$5,000	2.0	2,500	Good value but slows you down
Jewelry Set	$6,000	1.5	4,000	Multiple pieces, good for team
Antique Clock	$4,500	1.0	4,500	Excellent VpW, grab if you see it
Silverware	$3,000	0.5	6,000	Great for filling inventory slots
Rare Book	$3,500	0.8	4,375	Swiftbroom Academy specialty
Electronic Tablet	$4,000	1.0	4,000	McJannek Station specialty

Strategy: Prioritize these when S-tier isn't available. Good for teams where one player can handle medium weight.

B-Tier (Moderate Priority, Good for Teams)

Item	Value	Weight	VpW	Notes
Sculpture (Small)	$4,000	3.0	1,333	Requires strength upgrades for solo
Crystal Vase	$3,500	2.0	1,750	Fragile - drops reduce value
Vintage Radio	$2,500	1.0	2,500	Moderate value, easy carry
Figurine	$2,000	0.5	4,000	Good filler item
Decorative Plate	$2,500	0.8	3,125	Museum specialty
Magic Wand	$3,000	1.2	2,500	Swiftbroom Academy specialty

Strategy: Good for filling out your haul after grabbing S and A tier items. Don't make these your primary targets.

C-Tier (Low Priority, Only If Convenient)

Item	Value	Weight	VpW	Notes
Sculpture (Medium)	$6,000	5.0	1,200	Heavy, requires team
Piano	$8,000	8.0	1,000	Very heavy, need 2-3 players
Large Painting	$7,000	6.0	1,167	Heavy but high value
Bronze Statue	$5,000	4.0	1,250	Moderate value, heavy
Suit of Armor	$6,000	7.0	857	Extremely heavy, team only

Strategy: Only grab these if you have the strength and a clear path to extraction. The risk often isn't worth the reward.

D-Tier (Skip Unless Desperate)

Item	Value	Weight	VpW	Notes
Common Books	$500	1.0	500	Too low value
Wooden Toys	$300	0.5	600	Not worth the inventory slot
Kitchenware	$400	1.0	400	Skip unless it's the only thing left
Old Clothes	$200	0.8	250	Never worth it
Trash Items	$100-200	0.3-0.5	200-400	Literally not worth carrying

Strategy: Skip these entirely. Your time is better spent finding better items or extracting what you already have.

Loot Priority by Location

Headman Manor Priority

1. Master Bedroom: Jewelry, Diamond, Gold Bar (S-tier)
2. Attic: Paintings, Small Sculptures (A/B-tier)
3. Kitchen: Silverware, Antique Clocks (A-tier)
4. Basement: Rare finds, higher risk (mixed)
5. Guest Rooms: Figurines, Books (B/C-tier)

McJannek Station Priority

1. Control Room: Electronic Tablets, Rare Devices (A-tier)
2. Train Cars: Mixed items, check all seats (A/B-tier)
3. Maintenance: Tools, sometimes rare finds (B-tier)
4. Waiting Hall: Suitcases, bags (C-tier)

Museum of Human Art Priority

1. Sculpture Hall: Large Sculptures (C-tier but high total value)
2. Painting Gallery: Paintings, Large Paintings (A/C-tier)
3. Gift Shop: Small items, figurines (A/B-tier)
4. Exhibit Rooms: Decorative items (B-tier)

Swiftbroom Academy Priority

1. Library: Rare Books, Magic Tomes (A-tier)
2. Headmaster's Office: Secret items, highest value (S-tier)
3. Dormitories: Personal items, jewelry (B-tier)
4. Classrooms: Books, small magical items (C-tier)

The Solo Player's Loot Strategy

Rule 1: Small and Expensive Only

As a solo player, you should almost exclusively target S-tier and A-tier items. Your carry capacity is limited, so every slot must count.

Rule 2: The "One Medium" Exception

If you have a Strength +2 upgrade, you can carry ONE B-tier medium item per run. Make it count - grab the highest value one you can find.

Rule 3: Inventory Maximization

With Inventory +2, you can carry 4 small items. That's potentially $20,000+ in small S-tier items alone. Prioritize inventory upgrades for solo play.

Rule 4: The 5-Minute Rule

If you haven't found an S-tier item in 5 minutes, grab the best A-tier items available and extract. Don't waste time searching for the perfect item.

Team Loot Strategy: The "Bucket" Method

For teams, divide the loot into "buckets" based on who should carry what:

Player Role	Target Items	Max Weight	Strategy
Scout	S-tier small items	1.5 total	Grab and run to extraction
Muscle 1	A-tier medium items	5.0 total	Heavy lifter, slow but valuable
Muscle 2	B-tier large items	6.0 total	Even heavier, needs protection
Support	Mixed items + C.A.R.T.	3.0 personal	C.A.R.T. carries the rest
Rear Guard	Small items	1.0 total	Can drop items to help others

The Trap Item Warning

Some items are actually trap items that trigger noise or attract monsters when grabbed or moved:

Trap Item	Trigger	Effect	How to Identify
Music Box	Grabbed	Plays music, attracts The Stalker	Looks like a normal music box but has a red glow
Radio	Moved	Plays static, attracts nearby monsters	Has a faint buzzing sound
Clown Doll	Grabbed	Laughs loudly, attracts all monsters in range	Unmistakable clown face
Broken Clock	Grabbed	Ticking sound, attracts The Stalker	Ticks audibly even before grabbing

Important: Trap items are still worth money if you extract them safely. But grab them last and extract immediately.

Looting Speed Optimization

The "Grab-and-Go" Technique

Don't stand still while grabbing items. You can:

1. Run toward an item
2. Grab it mid-run (don't stop)
3. Continue running toward your next destination or extraction

This reduces your vulnerable time by about 30%.

The "Drop-Pickup" Glitch (Not Recommended)

Some players report that dropping and immediately re-grabbing an item resets its physics, making it easier to carry. This is inconsistent and may be patched. Use at your own risk.

FAQ

What's the highest value possible in a single run? Theoretical maximum is around $80,000-$100,000 in a perfect 6-player team run in the Museum. Realistically, teams average $30,000-$50,000.

Should I grab trap items? Yes, but only if you're near extraction and can extract immediately. The $2,000-$4,000 value is worth it if the timing is right.

Do items lose value if damaged? Yes, dropping items from height or hitting them against walls reduces their value by 10-50%. Be careful with fragile items like Crystal Vases.

What's the best item for a solo beginner? The Antique Clock or Rare Book. Good value, manageable weight, and commonly found.

Can you see an item's value before grabbing it? Yes, the value appears as a floating number above the item when you look at it. This helps you decide whether it's worth the risk.

Summary

Mastering loot priority is the difference between a $5,000 run and a $30,000 run. Focus on S-tier items, grab A-tier when S-tier isn't available, and skip C and D-tier items unless you're desperate. Teams should use the Bucket Method to maximize total extraction value. And always remember: a safely extracted $5,000 item is worth more than a $20,000 item you drop while fleeing from a monster.

Last Updated: July 20, 2025 | Game Version: Early Access v0.1.2