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R.E.P.O.: Mastering the Human Grenade

Author : Nora Mar 14,2025

In the chaotic world of *R.E.P.O.*, upgrading your arsenal is key to survival. While many items offer assistance, the Human Grenade stands out as a particularly potent weapon. This guide details how to acquire and effectively utilize this explosive device.

Service Station in R.E.P.O showing a yellow crystal as part of an article about human grenade

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Unlike readily available items, the Human Grenade is tucked away in the game's Secret Shop. Accessible between rounds, this hidden location eliminates the need to battle enemies to obtain it. Reaching the Secret Shop requires navigating to the Service Station after completing the first round. Look for a removable ceiling tile near the Health Packs; this is your entrance. However, solo access isn't straightforward.

To breach the Secret Shop solo, you'll need specific items: a Feather Drone, Zero Gravity Drone, or Shockwave Mine. While some players report success using stacked objects, this method is less reliable. Therefore, acquiring one of the aforementioned items is the most efficient approach.

Cooperative play simplifies access. One player can minimize themselves while another uses objects like carts to reach and remove the tile, allowing entry for the minimized player.

Once inside, the Human Grenade awaits, priced at $2,000. While you're there, consider purchasing the Duct Tape Grenade, a more powerful variant crafted from Human Grenades.

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The Human Grenade boasts a 10-meter range, shorter than stun or shock grenades. Crucially, unlike standard grenades, it damages both monsters *and* players. Therefore, strategic positioning after throwing is vital.

While seemingly an upgrade to regular grenades, the Human Grenade's effectiveness is debatable. The Duct Tape Grenade often proves a more impactful choice. Consider its superior destructive capabilities when deciding on your loadout.

This concludes your guide to acquiring and using the Human Grenade in *R.E.P.O*. For further assistance, explore our guides on the game's monsters and escape strategies.

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