Dead Space Remake: The Definitive Guide to Finding All Schematics

As a hardcore Dead Space fan whose played through the original games too many times to count, discovering valuable schematics that unlock powerful new gear and upgrades is one of my favorite gameplay elements.

It incentivizes methodically scouring every inch of the haunted Ishimura corridors while allowing you to customize Isaac Clarke‘s loadout to match your preferred playstyle. Maybe you gravitate towards a high damage output build. Perhaps you prefer equipping Isaac defensively to withstand the Necromorph onslaught. Or tweaking a balanced configuration optimized for the mission at hand is more your style.

Whatever your approach, finding all 13 available schematics transforms Isaac from a humble systems engineer to a monster-dismembering machine. This definitive guide provides detailed locations for securing every schematic, what items they unlock, and how to spend your hard-earned credits at the store wisely.

I‘ve completed Dead Space 1-3 collectively over a dozen times across multiple platforms. I still vividly remember first discovering the Level 5 Advanced Suit schematic in the original game over 14 years ago! Now with the series resurrected and remade beautifully on current-gen hardware, I‘m thrilled to experience Isaac‘s nightmarish adventure all over in a chilling new light.

Equipping key upgrades at the right times can make all the difference surviving the Ishimura‘s bloodied corridors. This guide distills essential advice on the when and why for purchasing unlocked gear based on personal experience. Let‘s dive in and optimize Isaac for the threats ahead!

Schematics Overview

Here‘s a quick overview of all 13 schematics available in Dead Space Remake:

Chapter	Schematic	Unlocks	Shop Price
2	Pulse Rounds	Pulse Rifle Ammo	1,250 Credits
2	Stasis Pack	Stasis Recharge	1,250 Credits
3	Medium Med Pack	Medium Health Kit	5,000 Credits
3	Ripper Blades	Ripper Ammo	1,500 Credits
3	Flamethrower Fuel	Flamethrower Ammo	1,750 Credits
4	Level 3 Engineer Suit	RIG Armor Upgrade	20,000 Credits
5	Line Racks	Line Gun Ammo	2,100 Credits
6	Force Energy	Force Gun Ammo	2,400 Credits
7	Contact Energy	Contact Beam Ammo	2,000 Credits
7	Level 4 Miner Suit	RIG Armor Upgrade	35,000 Credits
8	Oxygen Tank	Reserves Extender	2,500 Credits
9	Large Med Pack	Large Health Kit	10,000 Credits
10	Level 5 Engineer Suit	RIG Armor Upgrade	60,000 Credits

Several key gear unlocks available exclusively via schematics are worth prioritizing:

• Engineer and Miner Suit Upgrades – Boosting Isaac‘s armor rating and inventory capacity significantly improves survivability
• Line Gun / Contact Beam Ammo – These high-powered, crowd-control weapons are extremely useful against hordes but consume ammo quickly
• Health Packs – Recovering Isaac‘s health via Med Packs saves precious credits instead of using the Store‘s Auto Med feature

Now let‘s explore where to find each schematic in detail, chapter-by-chapter! I‘ll provide some personal insights around how I leverage the unlocked items as well.

Chapter 2 – Intensive Care

Your schematic hunt starts early in Chapter 2. Be sure to grab both the Pulse Rifle and Stasis upgrades before moving too far in.

Pulse Rounds Schematic

• Location: Coolant Pipelines Entrance
• Unlocks: Pulse Rifle Ammo
• Store Price: 1,250 Credits

Sprinting through the outer Ishimura corridors, Isaac quickly realizes brute force isn‘t going to cut it against the Necromorph onslaught.

That‘s why the Pulse Rifle unlocked by this first schematic is so handy early on. Its high rate of fire chews through mutants while conserving ammo compared to the Plasma Cutter.

I prioritize purchasing extra Pulse Rounds at the Store to keep that rapid-fire lead spraying!

Stasis Pack Schematic

• Location: Main Lab Changing Room
• Unlocks: Stasis Recharge
• Store Price: 1,250 Credits

Isaac‘s Stasis Module that freezes enemies briefly is such a game changer. Turning Necromorphs into temporary statues lets you freely dismember limbs while conserving ammo. It‘s also essential for solving various puzzles throughout the Ishimura.

I cannot stress enough how life-saving it is especially in boss fights! This early schematic lets you purchase Stasis Packs to keep the meter filled since it drains quickly on use.

I‘m liberal with Stasis usage so always max out my capacity when possible. Freezing a pack of flailing mutants before landing clean headshots makes short work of encounters.

Chapter 3 – Course Correction

Chapter 3 ramps up the horror factor: dark corridors, surprise ambushes, shambling horrors. Just another day aboard the Ishimura!

A trio of useful schematics are available here to help handle the additional chaos.

Medium Med Pack Schematic

• Location: Decontamination Chamber Exit
• Unlocks: Medium Health Kit
• Store Price: 5,000 Credits

Recovering Isaac‘s health via Med Packs is far cheaper than paying for the Store‘s Auto Med ability that kicks in near death. This schematic unlocks unlimited Medium Med Pack purchases.

The medium kits strike a nice balance between healing amount and cost over both small and large options. I use these liberally in longer missions away from the Store to fix chip damage and conserve credits.

Ripper Blades Schematic

• Location: Near second elevator past Fuel Storage
• Unlocks: Ripper Ammo
• Store Price: 1,500 Credits

[EXPLAIN RIPPER WEAPON USES]

While an optional tool, having spare Ripper Blade ammo available is great for unlocking doors/caches quickly and conserving other equipment.

I‘m stingy on credits though, so only buy more if I plan extended trips beyond the Ishimura‘s safe zones.

Flamethrower Fuel Schematic

• Location: Engine Room near control panel
• Unlocks: Flamethrower Ammo
• Store Price: 1,750 Credits

The Flamethrower absolutely wrecks shop on multiple weaker Necromorphs at close range. Nothing‘s more satisfying than roasting an entire swarm!

However, its devastating splash damage comes at the cost of consuming Fuel rapidly. I‘m selective on when to unleash flaming fury which is why keeping spare tanks via this schematic is essential.

Chapter 4 – Obliteration Imminent

Chapter 4 marks Isaac‘s initial journey outside the Ishimura corridors into vacuum. The lone schematic here is invaluable for survivability.

Level 3 Engineer Suit Schematic

• Location: EVA Prep Room
• Unlocks: RIG Armor Upgrade
• Store Price: 20,000 Credits

This schematic should be TOP priority once available. The Level 3 Engineer Suit finally bolsters Isaac‘s flimsy starting armor rating and expands his inventory capacity up to 20 slots.

I cannot emphasize enough how dramatically it improves odds of survival at this point. The Ishimura‘s threats keep growing exponentially so defensive and utility upgrades are vital.

Yes, 20k seems an expensive investment. But it pays dividends almost immediately since you take less damage and can carry way more health/ammo. I purchase this first chance possible!

Chapter 5 – Lethal Devotion

More twisted horrors await in Hydroponics during Chapter 5. One powerful new weapon can be unlocked here as well.

Line Racks Schematic

• Location: Dr. B. Warwick‘s Office
• Unlocks: Line Gun Ammo
• Store Price: 2,100 Credits

The versatile Line Gun is my personal favorite heavy weapon in Dead Space. Unlocking access to surplus ammo for it via this schematic is amazing.

Firing concentrated energy beams able to slice entire enemy clusters at once builds up an incredible dopamine rush! However, those sweet sweet Line Racks get depleted rapidly during heated combat.

Having backup ammo available here makes wrecking shop on Necromorph squads even more satisfying.

Chapter 6 – Environmental Hazard

Venturing outside the Ishimura again mid-game lets you snag a nice supplementary weapon upgrade.

Force Energy Schematic

• Location: Between electric gates in Air Filtration
• Unlocks: Force Gun Ammo
• Store Price: 2,400 Credits

While not quite as exciting as the Line Gun, the Force Gun still chews through mutants effectively. Firing focused shockwaves blasts back nearby targets – great for crowd control windows when getting swarmed.

Ammo does drain quickly though during heavy use. Finding this schematic lets you stock up on Force Energy rounds at the Store to keep air blasting baddies.

Chapter 7 – Into the Void

The back half of Dead Space Remake introduces some new tricks and more advanced gear upgrades.

Contact Beam Schematic

• Location: Locked office after Process Deck fight
• Unlocks: Contact Beam Ammo
• Store Price: 2,000 Credits

This unlocks access to ammo for the Contact Beam – an absolute beast of a weapon! Firing supercharged energy blasts instantly cleaves limbs off.

I mainly whip out the Contact Beam for mobility challenges or surprise ambushes in tight spaces rather than general use since shots deplete so rapidly.

Still, having backup ammo available via this schematic provides confidence to unleash the power when things get dicey!

Level 4 Miner Suit Schematic

• Location: Equipment Workshop
• Unlocks: RIG Armor Upgrade
• Store Price: 35,000 Credits

Scoring the Level 4 Miner Suit late in Chapter 7 again seriously enhances Isaac‘s resilience against mounting horrors.

The Miner Suit RIG sports superior damage reduction and inventory expansion over the Level 3 Engineer version. Yes, it‘s an expensive 35k investment, but preserving your health further reduces cred dependence on Med Packs.

I upgrade immediately after securing the schematic since the last few chapters feature Dead Space‘s most challenging encounters. This suit lets Isaac wade deeper into the fray!

Chapter 8 – Search and Rescue

Nearing the end, having some spare breathing room in case of surprises is always wise.

Oxygen Tank Schematic

• Location: Platform Storage Room
• Unlocks: Oxygen Reserves Extender
• Store Price: 2,500 Credits

Finding this schematic enables purchasing Oxygen Tanks that can immediately replenish Isaac‘s suit reserves if you get caught in a vacuum or toxic atmosphere with no escape.

I used these as added "insurance" in case I missed an air supply switch or got turned around in Chapters 8-10. Only 2.5k credits lets you concentrate on combat rather than constantly eying oxygen meters!

Chapter 9 – Dead On Arrival

With an ominous name like Dead On Arrival, having ample health recovery supplies feels essential for Chapter 9…

Large Med Pack Schematic

• Location: Medical Wing near broken lasers
• Unlocks: Large Health Kit
• Store Price: 10,000 Credits

..which is why locating this MED PACK upgrade should be mandatory before leaving! The Large Med Packs restore substantial health which is invaluable if caught off guard.

I cannot state enough how catastrophic it would be to MISS this schematic! Don‘t let the Name be an omen if you can help it!

Chapter 10 – End of Days

Level 5 Advanced Engineer Suit

• Location: Crew Quarters Bathroom
• Unlocks: RIG Armor Upgrade
• Store Price: 60,000 Credits

If you‘ve made it to the climatic Chapter 10, then Isaac deserves the best defense possible against the horrors awaiting.

The Level 5 Advanced Engineer Suit RIG provides just that – a whopping 30% damage resistance paired with 30 inventory slots for truly maxed out capacity.

While 60k credits is the most expensive Gear unlock, it could mean the difference during endgame boss encounters. I personally prioritize buying the Level 5 Suit first thing entering Chapter 10 to have the best odds finishing the nightmare!

If this guide helps you locate a single additional schematic or influences smarter Gear upgrade purchases, then my job is done!

I wanted to provide the definitive reference for unlocking Dead Space Remake‘s full arsenal while sharing personal insights around prioritizing key items from my years of Necromorph-stomping experience.

No two players have the identical Dead Space experience; we all leverage different tools and strategies based on playstyle preferences. So take my specific advice accordingly and tweak Isaac‘s loadout to your liking!

The iconic Dead Space franchise launched my love for survival horror gaming back in 2008. And this exquisite remake has now terrified me in breathtaking new ways.

I hope uncovering all of the Ishimura‘s secrets empowers you to outlast its myriad horrors as well. Wield Isaac‘s newfound power wisely, and watch those limbs fly!

Stay alert out there, and mind the vents!