In Dead Space Remake (Dead Space 2023), players can find upgrades for the Plasma Cutter, making it a deadlier weapon against the Necromorphs. Get to know where you can get the Plasma Cutter, unlockable unique perks for the weapon, and more using this guide.

Dead Space Remake Plasma Cutter Upgrades

Three Upgrades In Total

There are three upgrades for the Plasma Cutter. Two upgrades can be obtained during your travels and another one can be bought from the store once you reach Chapter 2 of the game.

Although these upgrades can be missed, you can still get back to them during certain periods in the game. If you find yourself missing one or two, just head back and wait until you get to Chapter 10 to fully explore the Ishimura.

For other weapon upgrades, check out this list.

Plasma Cutter Upgrades – Where To Find

Know all Dead Space Remake Chapters here.

Chapter 2

Dead Space Remake Plasma Cutter Upgrade 1 Location

Upgrade Perk: Cartridge Rack –

Found in the waiting room of the Ishimura Clinic in Chapter 2.

Chapter 3

Dead Space Remake Plasma Cutter Upgrade 2 Location

Upgrade Perk: Heat Accumulator – applies damage over time to each shot.

Visit the store once you reach Chapter 3 and purchase this upgrade for $11,000.

Chapter 8

Dead Space Remake Plasma Cutter Upgrade 3 Location

Upgrade Perk: Weighted Blades – applies damage over time to each shot.

This upgrade lies on a bench inside the Maintenance Locker Room in Chapter 8.

Upgrade Weapons In Dead Space Remake

Better And Deadlier Weapons

Upgrade BENCH

Make weapons deadlier and perform better in combat through the use of upgrades. Weapon upgrades can be done by going to a bench and using a Node to upgrade a specific stat. You can also use a Node to unlock special perks that increases the effects of the weapon. This is a reversible process and you can pay credits to remove Nodes and to allocate them again to a different weapon.

Check out all Dead Space Remake weapons here.

Dead Space Remake is available on the PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam).

Written by

Jose Felongco
Player of video games since the tender age of 3. Still wonders why his dad allowed him to play Doom during those times. Currently working for a gaming company and spends time painting Warhammer 40k minis to relax.

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