: Recover weapon fragments, alien alloys, and elerium from mission sites.
Once a technology is researched, it becomes available for production in the department. XCOM Enemy Unknown
: Capturing live aliens with an Arc Thrower and interrogating them provides "Research Credits," which significantly speed up related technology paths. 2. Engineering and Manufacturing : Recover weapon fragments, alien alloys, and elerium
In XCOM: Enemy Unknown , "producing a piece" of equipment involves a multi-step pipeline requiring , Engineering , and Resource Management . Unlike conventional weapons that are always in stock, advanced alien-derived gear must be painstakingly unlocked and manufactured. 1. Research and Interrogations : Recover weapon fragments
Before you can build anything, your scientists must understand the technology.
: Use your Science Labs to study these materials. For instance, researching Beam Weapons is required before you can manufacture Laser Rifles.