The “Weapon Mod Schematic ‘8x Scope'” is a schematic item that lets you craft the 8x Scope (high-magnification scope) weapon mod itself. Once you read and learn it, you’ll be able to craft the scope at the corresponding workbench.
The 8x Scope is a mod that installs into a weapon’s mod slot. Equipping it greatly increases the zoom magnification when aiming, letting you take careful aim at distant enemies. It pairs well with guns built for long-range combat, such as the Sniper Rifle and Marksman Rifle, and is well suited for scouting ahead of a horde or clearing out enemies from a safe distance.
As you’d expect from a schematic item, you’ll mainly come across it through loot (especially paper/book containers and sign loot) or by purchasing it from a trader. High-magnification mods are relatively rare, so it never hurts to grab one if you spot it.
Tips for using it
- It truly shines in long-range engagements and sniping positions where you have wide sightlines.
- Because the higher magnification narrows your field of view, it’s ill-suited to close-quarters or indoor fights where zombies can easily swarm you. For close-to-mid range, it’s safer to switch to a low-magnification scope or a reflex sight.
- Once you’ve learned the schematic, you can craft it yourself from then on, making it easy to outfit your backup guns as well.
For players who want to reliably drop distant targets, this is one item that broadens your equipment options.