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Pincushion Upgrade Effect and Cost

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Pincushion is a weapon upgrade for the Shredder in Doom: The Dark Ages. Check out the effects and cost of the Pincushion upgrade, and if you should get it in this guide!

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Pincushion Overview

Pincushion Effects and Cost

Pincushion ImagePincushion Effect
Dealing enough damage to a demon with the Shredder applies Pincushion. Hitting a demon with Shield Throw or parrying a Hell Surge attack detonates Pincushion, causing damage in a wide area.
Cost
75 Gold
Weapon ShredderShredder
Dual Tier RicochetRicochet

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Should You Get the Pincushion Upgrade?

Get if You Have Spare Resources

The Pincushion is only worth getting if you have extra resources to spare, or you've already maxed out the upgrades on other weapons. It's better to prioritize other weapon upgrades instead of getting this one.

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