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Freedom Wars Remastered plunges players into a gripping dystopian future where they, as Sinners, battle monstrous Abductors to safeguard humanity. A key to surviving and thriving in this intense environment is enhancing your combat prowess through weapon and accessory upgrades. These upgrades not only boost base stats but also allow the addition of modules for further enhancements.
Players can start upgrading their weapons early in the game, eliminating the need to depend solely on mission rewards or enemy drops. This guide provides detailed steps on how to upgrade both weapons and accessories in Freedom Wars Remastered.
How To Upgrade Weapons In Freedom Wars Remastered
To begin upgrading your weapons in Freedom Wars Remastered, you'll need to advance in the main storyline until you achieve Level 002 Code Clearance. Once you're a CODE 2 Sinner, you'll unlock the Facility Management Function through the Personal Responsibility Portal. Head to the Weapon Development Facility to manage your arsenal. Upgrading requires specific resources and Entitlement Points, but you can lower these costs by recruiting a Citizen. Different Citizens offer varying reduction rates based on their Facility Manager Aptitude, making the system easy to navigate once you get the hang of it.
Before finalizing an upgrade, you'll be shown a preview of the stat changes your weapon will undergo. The Weapon Development Facility also lets you add Elements and experiment with Modules and Module Slots. To elevate a weapon to a higher Grade, you'll need to purchase the necessary permit from the Claim Entitlement tab on the Window of Liberty.
Should You Upgrade Weapons In Freedom Wars Remastered?
In the early stages of the main story, missions don't typically yield high-Grade weapons as rewards. While you can buy weapons and combat items from Zakka in The Warren, these are mostly limited to Grade Level 1, making upgrades nearly indispensable. One of your CODE 3 Exams will require you to obtain higher Grade Development Facility Permits, allowing you to upgrade any weapon you prefer and keep it as your go-to gear. You can then donate any Low-Grade weapons you find during missions to reduce your sentence and earn additional Entitlement Points.
The first upgrade at the Weapon Development Facility also unlocks the "In Search of the Strongest Weapon" trophy/achievement, with more achievements linked to the upgrading system, which is particularly enticing for trophy hunters. The substantial damage difference between weapons of different Grades underscores the importance of dedicating time to gear improvement.
Later in the game, players can also access the Ability Development Facility within Facility Management, further enhancing their gameplay experience.
