As you explore the alternate cyber reality of the USSR in Atomic Heart, you will unlock several abilities. “Shock”or “Shock”(with a Russian accent) as written in the game is one of the first polymer abilities you unlock early. Since robots are vulnerable to electricity, it is obvious that this can be a handy combat and useful tool. Though apart from combat, you can also use it for a few other purposes. But most players are a little confused by the use of the Shock ability. Don’t worry, check out our guide on how to use shock or shock in Atomic Heart.
How to use shock in Atomic Heart (shock ability)
“Shock”or “Shock”is the first polymer ability you get or unlock in the game. As mentioned earlier, it can be used not only to destroy robots, but also for other purposes. The Shock ability consumes neither energy nor ammo. But note that he has a short cooldown when you use Shock. All you have to do is aim and press a key or control to use the Shock ability in Atomic Heart.
As soon as you press the assigned key for the Shock ability, your Charles gauntlet will fire lightning at whatever you aim at. So here are the default keyboard shortcuts or buttons to use Shock for all supported platforms:
- Windows PC: Aim and press V to use the Shock attack.
- Xbox Series X | S&One: Aim and press the Y button on your controller to use shock.
- PS5 and PS4: Aim and press the triangle button to use shock.
You can use shock to unlock locked magnetic locks throughout the playthrough. You can also use shock to activate or deactivate various mechanisms. But this Polymer ability can also be used as a combat tool in different scenarios. Since it consumes neither energy nor ammo, you can use it to stun robotic enemies. Once they are defeated, destroy them with various attacks or combos. You can also use Shock to heal yourself when facing large groups of robots. This can save you ammo during a disaster.
How to unlock the “Shock”or “Shock”ability
You can unlock or get the Shock ability simply by progressing through the story. You must continue to progress through the storyline until you encounter NORA while searching for Comrade Petrov through Object 3826. Once you come across the NORA Upgrade Kiosk, you will receive the Shock ability at the base level.
How to improve shock ability in Atomic Heart
As with unlocking it, you can go to the NORA vending machine to upgrade the Shock ability. You can find their kiosks at various upgrade terminals and hideouts. So, we suggest checking and researching random doors. You can spend Neuropolymer to upgrade Shock and other abilities with HORA.
This is all about how to use shock or shock in Atomic Heart.