Upgrade Weapons Guide for Atomfall

In *Atomfall*, upgrading your weapons not only enhances 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 your weapons in *Atomfall*.

How to Unlock the Gunsmithing Skill in Atomfall

To unlock the crafting recipes for upgraded weapons in *Atomfall*, you first need to acquire the Gunsmithing skill. This survival skill is learned by reading the Crafting Manual, which can be a bit tricky to find. Fortunately, there's a straightforward method to obtain it.

Morris Wick at the Village Shop in Wyndham possesses a copy of the Crafting Manual, but acquiring it isn't as simple as bartering. You'll need to engage in some strategic blackmail. Upon entering St. Katherine’s Church, you'll uncover 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.

The crucial evidence is located in the Brewery Cellar at coordinates 30.5 E, 80.5 N in the 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 outright threats until you reach the "Bargaining" option. Selecting this will prompt 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 method is more challenging and time-consuming.

After obtaining 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 hand, you'll have access to recipes for crafting weapon upgrades. When you acquire a weapon, you 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 in 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 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 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 reward you with 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.