In *Atomfall*, upgrading your weapons not only boosts their stats and gives them a sleek new skin but also unlocks the coveted 'Make do and mend' trophy. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to upgrade your arsenal in *Atomfall*.
How to Unlock the Gunsmithing Skill in Atomfall
To access the crafting recipes for upgraded weapons in *Atomfall*, you must first unlock the Gunsmithing skill. This skill falls under the survival category and requires you to read the Crafting Manual. Locating these skill-related books can be challenging, but there’s a straightforward method to acquire this one.
Morris Wick at the Village Shop in Wyndham possesses a copy of the Crafting Manual, but obtaining it isn't as simple as trading. You'll need to engage in some cunning blackmail and bartering. Upon entering St. Katherine’s Church, you'll uncover dialogue about the recent murder of Maisie, with the Vicar keen on concealing it. Further investigation will lead you to evidence implicating Morris as the culprit. Presenting this evidence to him will pressure him into handing over the Crafting Manual.
The crucial evidence can be found in the Brewery Cellar, located at coordinates 30.5 E, 80.5 N in the west of Wyndham Village. Enter the cellar through a door near the ruined building and search until you find the note titled "Kill the One They Call Maisie". Once you have this note, return to Morris’ Village Shop at 33.3 E, 79.9 N. Engage in dialogue that pressures Morris without direct threats until you reach the "Bargaining" option. Choosing this will prompt Morris to give you the Crafting Manual in exchange for your silence.
Alternatively, the Crafting Manual can be found in the D Section of The Interchange, though this method is more time-consuming and challenging.
After acquiring and reading the Crafting Manual, you'll need to spend 7 Training Stimulants to unlock the Gunsmith skill, which grants access to the recipes for crafting upgraded weapons. These stimulants can be found in B.A.R.D. structures like Bunkers and The Interchange.
How To Craft Weapon Upgrades in Atomfall
With the Crafting Manual and the Gunsmith skill in your possession, you'll unlock recipes to craft weapon upgrades. Upon acquiring a weapon, you'll unlock the recipe to craft its next highest tier, ranging from Rusty to Stock, and finally to Pristine. To upgrade a weapon, you'll need two units of the previous tier, along with specific amounts of Gun Oil and Scrap, which can vary depending on the weapon.
For instance, upgrading the Falkirk Battle Rifle to Pristine (as shown above) requires 2 Falkirk Battle Rifle (Stock) items, 3 Gun Oil, and 6 Scrap. These materials are most commonly found at military installations like Protocol Camps. If you plan on upgrading weapons frequently, consider investing in the Deep Pockets survival skill to carry more crafting supplies.
Upgrading a weapon to Pristine for the first time will earn you the 'Make do and mend' Achievement or Trophy.
*Atomfall* is now available on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox Game Pass.
