
In Atomfall, players have the exciting opportunity to upgrade their weapons to enhance their effectiveness in battles. However, it’s important to note that you won’t find any blacksmiths or vendors to assist you; instead, you’ll need to harness your own skills to perform these upgrades.
The process begins with acquiring a Mastery Manual—specific magazines that impart essential skills to players when read. With the correct manual in hand, you’ll receive the knowledge needed to maintain and elevate your weaponry. Let’s delve into the specifics of how to upgrade weapons in Atomfall.
Step-by-Step Guide to Upgrading Weapons in Atomfall
Your first task in this journey is to locate the Firearms Manual at Data Store Charlie, situated within the Interchange. To access the Data Store, you’ll need to find at least one Atomic Battery to restore power to the location.
Upon successfully obtaining the Firearms Manual, you’ll unlock three Firearm-related skills located under the ‘Survival’ tab in your Skills menu. The key skill to focus on is Gunsmith, which enables you to learn gun-upgrading recipes. Keep in mind, unlocking this skill requires seven Training Stimulants.

After you have unlocked the Gunsmith skill, you can begin upgrading your firearms through the Crafting Menu. Simply select the weapon you wish to enhance, similar to how you would use a Bandage or Antidote. To execute an upgrade, you will need two copies of the weapon to improve, Gun Oil, and Scrap. Once you have these materials, you can upgrade your weapon instantly.

You can find Gun Oil, Scrap, and various firearms scattered throughout the game’s world, often looted from the bodies of Outlaws or Protocol Soldiers. If you encounter any hostile NPC carrying a weapon you’re interested in, defeat them and scavenge their gear!
When it comes to weapon quality, Atomfall categorizes them into three rarities: rusty, stock, and pristine. Rusty weapons are the most common, stock weapons are rarer, while pristine weapons can only be crafted. Naturally, higher rarity levels improve weapon characteristics significantly, and there’s even an achievement for upgrading five weapons to pristine quality.
For further insights on Atomfall, consider exploring guides on locating all Atomic Batteries, navigating to Datlow Hall Conservatory, and uncovering the mystery behind the church murder.
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