Comparison
Base Upgrades vs Gear Upgrades
Base work changes campaign pressure; gear changes combat reliability.
Versus IntentBase Upgrades
Pick Base Upgrades when the mission rewards its main strength and your squad can cover its weakness.
A
Best when the map asks for proactive control.
Gear Upgrades
Pick Gear Upgrades when the squad needs consistency, recovery, or a safer fallback plan.
B+
Best when campaign risk matters more than tempo.
Recommendation
Base work changes campaign pressure; gear changes combat reliability. The best choice is the one that fixes your squad's current missing role rather than the option with the flashier ceiling.
| Question | Lean Toward |
|---|---|
| Need immediate tempo? | Base Upgrades |
| Need safer consistency? | Gear Upgrades |
| Blind mission? | The option with sustain, scouting, or defensive coverage. |