How to Upgrade Weapons in Atomfall

In *Atomfall*, enhancing your weapons not only improves their performance but also gives them a sleek new appearance and can unlock the coveted 'Make do and mend' trophy. Here's your guide to upgrading weapons in *Atomfall*.

How to Unlock the Gunsmithing Skill in Atomfall

To unlock the crafting recipes for upgraded weapons in *Atomfall*, you must first acquire the Gunsmithing skill. This skill is essential for survival and requires you to read the Crafting Manual. While finding these manuals can be challenging, there's a straightforward method to obtain this one.

Morris Wick at the Village Shop in Wyndham possesses a copy of the Crafting Manual. However, obtaining it isn't as simple as trading; it involves some strategic blackmail and bartering. Upon entering St. Katherine's Church, you'll learn about the recent murder of Maisie and the Vicar's desire to keep it under wraps. Further investigation will lead you to evidence implicating Morris in the crime. This evidence can be found in the Brewery Cellar at coordinates 30.5 E, 80.5 N, west of Wyndham Village. Enter through the cellar door by the ruined building and search for the note titled "Kill the One They Call Maisie".

Once you have 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. Choosing this will result in Morris handing over the Crafting Manual in exchange for your silence about his crime.

Alternatively, you can find the Crafting Manual in the D Section of The Interchange, but this route 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 grant you access to the recipes for crafting upgraded weapons. These stimulants can be found in B.A.R.D. structures such as Bunkers and The Interchange.

How To Craft Weapon Upgrades in Atomfall

With the Crafting Manual and Gunsmith skill in hand, you'll have access to recipes for crafting weapon upgrades. When you obtain a weapon, you'll unlock 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 of the same weapon from the previous tier, along with a specific amount of Gun Oil and Scrap, which may 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 commonly found at military installations like Protocol Camps. If you plan on frequent upgrades, consider investing in the Deep Pockets survival skill to increase your carrying capacity for crafting supplies.

Upon upgrading a weapon to Pristine for the first time, you'll earn the 'Make do and mend' Achievement or Trophy.

*Atomfall* is currently available on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox Game Pass.