In *Atomfall*, upgrading your weapons not only enhances their stats and gives them a sleek new skin but also paves the way to unlocking the coveted 'Make do and mend' trophy. Here's your comprehensive guide on how to elevate your arsenal in *Atomfall*.

How to Unlock the Gunsmithing Skill in Atomfall

To delve into the art of weapon crafting, you first need to unlock the Gunsmithing skill. This essential survival skill is unlocked by reading the Crafting Manual, a task easier said than done. While finding skill-related books can be challenging, there's a straightforward path to obtain this one.

Morris Wick, located at his Village Shop in Wyndham, holds a copy of the Crafting Manual. However, obtaining it isn't as simple as bartering. It involves a bit of blackmail and negotiation. Upon entering St. Katherine’s Church, you'll uncover a recent murder of Maisie, which the Vicar is keen on covering up. Further investigation leads you to evidence that implicates Morris in the crime, found 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 until you find the note titled "Kill the One They Call Maisie".

With this evidence in hand, 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. Choosing this will compel 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 route is more time-consuming and challenging.

Once you have the Crafting Manual, read it and spend 7 Training Stimulants to acquire the Gunsmith skill. This unlocks the recipes needed to craft upgraded weapons. Make sure to explore B.A.R.D. structures like Bunkers and The Interchange to gather the required Training Stimulants.

How To Craft Weapon Upgrades in Atomfall

With the Crafting Manual and the Gunsmith skill at your disposal, you're ready to craft weapon upgrades. Upon acquiring a weapon, you unlock the recipe for its next highest tier, progressing from Rusty to Stock, and finally to Pristine. To upgrade a weapon, you'll need two units of the same weapon in the previous tier, plus specific amounts of Gun Oil and Scrap. These requirements may vary depending on the weapon.

For instance, to upgrade the Falkirk Battle Rifle to Pristine, you'll need 2 Falkirk Battle Rifles (Stock), 3 Gun Oil, and 6 Scrap. Gun Oil and Scrap are predominantly found at military installations like Protocol Camps. For frequent upgrades, consider investing in the Deep Pockets survival skill to increase your carrying capacity for crafting materials.

Upon upgrading a weapon to Pristine for the first time, you'll earn the 'Make do and mend' Achievement or Trophy, marking your mastery over weapon crafting in *Atomfall*.

*Atomfall* is currently available on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and through Xbox Game Pass, ensuring you can enjoy this thrilling experience across multiple platforms.