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Mass Effect 2 Hints

Squad Member Upgrades

  • * Mordin Omni-tool: Part 3, after finish "Dossier: The Professor" mission, talk to Mordin about upgrades
    * Subject Zero Biotic Boost: Part 3, after finish "Dossier: The Professor" and "Dossier: The Convict" missions, talk to Jack about upgrades
    * Krogan Vitality (1 of 2): Part 3, "Dossier: The Warlord" mission's fourth objective
    * Krogan Shotgun: Part 3, after finish "Dossier: The Professor" and "Dr. Okeer's Legacy" missions, talk to Grunt about upgrades
    * Krogan Vitality (2 of 2): Part 5 or 7, "Mordin: Old Blood" mission's fourth objective
    * Geth Shield Strength (1 of 2): Part 7, "Tali: Treason" mission's fifth objective
    * Geth Shield Strength (2 of 2): Part 8, "Legion: A House Divided" mission's second objective
    * Geth Sniper Rifle: Part 8, after finish "Legion: A House Divided" mission, talk to Legion about upgrades