How to Upgrade the Contact Radio in Icarus Week 159 Update

     Upgrading the Contact Radio requires a combination of crafting skills, specific materials, and a well-equipped base. To begin the process, ensure you have access to Tier 4 in the tech tree.

 

 

 

Step-by-Step Guide to Upgrading

 

     First, it’s clear you need to have a Contact Radio in the hand. To begin the upgrade process, interact with the device to open its menu. You’ll find an upgrade option that displays the materials required for the next level. Gather the necessary items by mining, scavenging, or crafting.

 

 

     Next, return to the Fabricator at your base. Ensure you have unlocked Infrasonic Relay Upgrade and Encrypted Satellite Upgrade in the Tech Tree.

 

 

 

     You need to craft them at Fabricator. Gather 25x Gold Wire, 50x Copper Wire, 25x Steel Ingot and 30x Aluminium Ingot for Infrasonic Relay Upgrade.

 

 

     Then, collect 25x Glass, 30x Composites, 100x Gold Wire, 150x Platinum Sheathing, 20x Titanum Plate, 50x Copper Wire and 6x Electronics for crafting Encrypted Satellite Upgrade.

     Once you have them all, interact with your radio where you can drag and drop upgrade items to the relevant slots.

 

 

     The device will automatically integrate the new functionalities, such as enabling access to higher-level missions and more complex operations.

 

 

Tips for Gathering Materials

 

- Focus on mining for resources like gold and copper near riverbeds or mountainous areas.

- Use advanced tools to increase the efficiency of material collection.

- Keep an eye on missions that reward high-value crafting materials to stockpile for future upgrades.

- Consider trading with other players if you’re struggling to find specific resources.

 

 

Benefits of Upgraded Contact Radios

 

     Enhanced versions of the Contact Radio open up a wider variety of missions and operations, including those with higher rewards. Upgrades can also reduce operational downtime, improve efficiency, and make mission management smoother. Advanced upgrades may include added durability or even the ability to integrate with other high-tech equipment, further streamlining gameplay.

 

 

     Upgrading the Contact Radio in Icarus allows players to improve mission management and unlock additional features. By collecting the required materials and completing the upgrade process, players can enhance their efficiency and better handle the challenges the game presents.