In *Atomfall*, enhancing your arsenal through weapon upgrades not only improves their stats but also adorns them with sleek new skins and can unlock the coveted 'Make do and mend' trophy. Here's a detailed guide on how to upgrade your weapons in *Atomfall*.
How to Unlock the Gunsmithing Skill in Atomfall
To unlock the crafting recipes for upgraded weapons in *Atomfall*, you'll need to acquire the Gunsmithing skill. This essential survival skill requires you to read the Crafting Manual. Obtaining skill-related books in *Atomfall* can be challenging, but there's a straightforward method to secure this one.
Morris Wick, located at the Village Shop in Wyndham, possesses a copy of the Crafting Manual. However, acquiring it from him isn't a simple transaction. You'll need to engage in some strategic blackmail and bartering. Upon entering St. Katherine’s Church, you'll uncover a recent murder of Maisie, which the Vicar is keen to keep under wraps. Further investigation will lead you to evidence implicating Morris in the crime.
To gather the evidence against Morris, head to the Brewery Cellar at coordinates 30.5 E, 80.5 N in the west of Wyndham Village. Enter through the cellar door near the ruined building and search for a note titled “Kill the One They Call Maisie”. After securing the note, return to Morris’ Village Shop at 33.3 E, 79.9 N. Engage in dialogue that pressures Morris without overt threats until you reach the “Bargaining” option. Selecting this will lead Morris to hand over the Crafting Manual in exchange for your silence.
Alternatively, the Crafting Manual can be found in the D Section of The Interchange, though this route is more challenging and time-consuming.
Once you've obtained and read the Crafting Manual, you'll need to spend 7 Training Stimulants to acquire the Gunsmith skill, unlocking the recipes for upgraded weapons. This investment is significant but necessary. Be sure to explore B.A.R.D. structures like Bunkers and The Interchange to gather the required Training Stimulants.
How To Craft Weapon Upgrades in Atomfall
With the Crafting Manual and the Gunsmith skill in hand, you'll unlock recipes to craft weapon upgrades. Each weapon you acquire unlocks the recipe for its next 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 a specific amount of Gun Oil and Scrap. The quantities required can vary, so be prepared.
For instance, upgrading the Falkirk Battle Rifle to Pristine requires 2 Falkirk Battle Rifle (Stock) items, 3 Gun Oil, and 6 Scrap. These materials are commonly found at military installations, particularly at Protocol Camps. If you plan on frequent weapon upgrades, consider investing in the Deep Pockets survival skill to increase your capacity for carrying crafting supplies.
Upon upgrading a weapon to Pristine for the first time, you'll earn the 'Make do and mend' Achievement or Trophy, a testament to your crafting prowess.
*Atomfall* is now available on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox Game Pass, offering players across various platforms the chance to dive into its immersive world and master the art of weapon crafting.
