In *Atomfall*, enhancing your weapons not only boosts their performance but also adds a sleek new skin and can unlock the coveted 'Make do and mend' trophy. Here's your comprehensive guide on how to upgrade weapons in *Atomfall*.

How to Unlock the Gunsmithing Skill in Atomfall

To begin crafting upgraded weapons in *Atomfall*, you must first unlock the Gunsmithing skill. This vital survival skill is acquired by reading the Crafting Manual. Although locating these skill-related books can be challenging, there's a straightforward method to obtain this particular manual.

Morris Wick at the Village Shop in Wyndham possesses a copy of the Crafting Manual. However, acquiring it from him isn't a simple trade. You'll need to engage in some cunning blackmail and bartering. Upon entering St. Katherine’s Church, you'll uncover dialogue about the recent murder of Maisie, which the Vicar is desperate to conceal. Further investigation will lead you to evidence implicating Morris in the crime, located in the Brewery Cellar at coordinates 30.5 E, 80.5 N in the west of Wyndham Village. Find the cellar door by the ruined building and search inside 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 direct threats until you reach the "Bargaining" option. Choosing this will lead 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 obtaining and reading the Crafting Manual, you'll need to spend 7 Training Stimulants to acquire the Gunsmith skill, unlocking the recipes for crafting upgraded weapons. Gather these stimulants by exploring B.A.R.D. structures like Bunkers and The Interchange.

How To Craft Weapon Upgrades in Atomfall

With the Crafting Manual and Gunsmith skill in hand, you're now equipped with recipes to craft weapon upgrades. Upon acquiring a weapon, you unlock the recipe for its next upgrade tier, progressing from Rusty to Stock, and finally to Pristine. To upgrade, you'll need two weapons of the previous tier, along with specific quantities of Gun Oil and Scrap, which can vary depending on the weapon.

For instance, upgrading the Falkirk Battle Rifle to Pristine requires 2 Stock Falkirk Battle Rifles, 3 Gun Oil, and 6 Scrap. These materials are commonly found at military installations like Protocol Camps. For frequent 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.

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