In *Atomfall*, upgrading your weapons not only enhances their stats but also adds a dazzling new skin, and can unlock the prestigious 'Make do and mend' trophy. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to upgrade weapons in *Atomfall*.
How to Unlock the Gunsmithing Skill in Atomfall
To unlock the crafting recipes for upgraded weapons in *Atomfall*, you must first unlock the Gunsmithing skill. This skill is part of the survival category and requires reading the Crafting Manual. Locating skill-related books in *Atomfall* can be challenging, but there's a direct method to obtain this one.
Morris Wick at the Village Shop in Wyndham possesses a copy of the Crafting Manual. However, acquiring it isn't as simple as bartering. You'll need to engage in some cunning blackmail and negotiation. Upon entering St. Katherine’s Church, you'll uncover dialogue about the recent murder of Maisie, with the Vicar eager to hush it up. Further investigation will lead you to evidence implicating Morris in the crime. This evidence is found in the Brewery Cellar at coordinates 30.5 E, 80.5 N in the west of Wyndham Village. Enter through a cellar door by a ruined building, search for, and read the note titled "Kill the One They Call Maisie".
With the incriminating note in hand, return to Morris’ Village Shop at 33.3 E, 79.9 N. Engage in dialogue that pressures Morris without outright threats until you reach the "Bargaining" option. Selecting this will prompt Morris to hand over the Crafting Manual in exchange for your silence on his crime.
Alternatively, the Crafting Manual can be found in the D Section of The Interchange, though this method is more challenging and time-consuming.
After acquiring and reading the Crafting Manual, you'll need to spend 7 Training Stimulants to unlock the Gunsmith skill, which will give you 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
Once you have the Crafting Manual and the Gunsmith skill, you'll unlock recipes to craft weapon upgrades. When you acquire a weapon, you'll gain the recipe to craft its next highest tier, progressing from Rusty to Stock, and finally to Pristine. To upgrade a weapon, you'll need two units of the weapon from the previous tier, along with specific amounts of Gun Oil and Scrap, which may vary depending on the weapon.
For instance, to upgrade the Falkirk Battle Rifle to Pristine (as shown above), you'll need 2 Falkirk Battle Rifle (Stock) items, 3 Gun Oil, and 6 Scrap. Gun Oil and Scrap are commonly found at military installations, such as Protocol Camps. If you plan to frequently upgrade weapons, consider investing in the Deep Pockets survival skill to carry more crafting supplies.
Upon upgrading a weapon to Pristine for the first time, you'll be awarded the 'Make do and mend' Achievement or Trophy.
*Atomfall* is available now on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox Game Pass.
