In *Atomfall*, upgrading your weapons not only boosts their stats but also gives them a sleek new skin and can unlock the coveted ‘Make do and mend’ trophy. Here’s a detailed guide on how to upgrade weapons in *Atomfall*.
How to Unlock the Gunsmithing Skill in Atomfall
To unlock the crafting recipes for upgraded weapons, you first need to acquire the Gunsmithing skill. This skill is essential for survival and is learned by reading the Crafting Manual. While finding skill-related books in *Atomfall* can be challenging, there's a straightforward way to obtain this one.
Head to Morris Wick at the Village Shop in Wyndham. He possesses a copy of the Crafting Manual, but acquiring it requires more than just simple bartering. You'll need to engage in a bit of blackmail and negotiation. Upon entering St. Katherine’s Church, you'll encounter dialogue revealing a recent murder of Maisie, which the Vicar is keen to cover up. Further investigation will lead you to evidence implicating Morris in the crime.
You can find this crucial evidence in the Brewery Cellar at coordinates 30.5 E, 80.5 N in the west of Wyndham Village. Enter through the cellar door next to the ruined building and search for a note titled "Kill the One They Call Maisie". Once you've secured this note, return to Morris’ Village Shop at 33.3 E, 79.9 N. Engage him in conversation, choosing dialogue options that subtly pressure him without outright threats. Eventually, you'll reach the "Bargaining" dialogue choice, which will prompt Morris to hand over the Crafting Manual in exchange for your silence.
Alternatively, you can find the Crafting Manual in the D Section of The Interchange, though this method is more time-consuming and difficult.
After obtaining and reading the Crafting Manual, you'll need to spend 7 Training Stimulants to unlock the Gunsmith skill. This investment unlocks the recipes needed to craft upgraded weapons. Be sure to search B.A.R.D. structures like Bunkers and The Interchange to gather the necessary Training Stimulants.
How To Craft Weapon Upgrades in Atomfall
Once you have the Crafting Manual and the Gunsmith skill, you'll be able to craft weapon upgrades. Each weapon you acquire unlocks the recipe for its next highest tier, progressing from Rusty to Stock, and finally to Pristine. To upgrade a weapon, you'll need two of the same weapon in the previous tier, along with a specific amount of Gun Oil and Scrap, which may vary depending on the weapon.
For instance, to upgrade the Falkirk Battle Rifle to Pristine, you'll need 2 Falkirk Battle Rifle (Stock), 3 Gun Oil, and 6 Scrap. You can find Gun Oil and Scrap most commonly at military installations, such as Protocol Camps. If you plan on frequently upgrading weapons, consider investing in the Deep Pockets survival skill to carry more crafting materials.
Upgrading a weapon to Pristine for the first time will reward you with the 'Make do and mend' Achievement or Trophy, adding another accolade to your *Atomfall* journey.
*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 explore and conquer its post-apocalyptic world.
