Augments in Cursed Gear are combat modifiers that fundamentally alter how a specific gear skill behaves in a fight. They don't just buff damage numbers — they replace the animation, range, or targeting of a skill entirely, opening up different playstyles depending on your gear type. The current version of the game includes four Augments, all sold at the same price and all mutually exclusive.
Quick answer: Visit the Kazu shop in Neo Shibuya or Shibuya Crossing, spend 200 Fragments on any of the four Augments (Axe Kick, Beam, Spectre, or Tri Blast), and equip it to your gear. Only one Augment can be active at a time.
Every Augment and What It Does
| Augment | Gear / Skill Modified | Effect | Strengths | Weaknesses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Axe Kick | Ravager — Sweep | Replaces the low leg sweep with an overhead axe kick that guardbreaks blocking opponents | Punishes defensive players; opens free combo damage after a guardbreak | Less useful against opponents who don't block |
| Beam | Constructor or Manipulator — Energy Blast | Converts the single energy blast into a sustained long-range beam | Greatly increased range; more consistent damage at distance | Harder to land on fast-moving targets; weaker in close quarters |
| Spectre | Projector — Curse Blitz | Swaps the teleporting flurry of strikes for a stationary barrage of kicks concentrated in one area | Higher burst damage from a focused barrage | You stay stationary during the attack; pattern is predictable |
| Tri Blast | Constructor or Manipulator — Energy Blast | Splits the single energy blast into three smaller projectiles | Can hit multiple enemies at once; strong for area control and suppression | Each individual blast deals less damage; harder to land all three on one target |
Every Augment costs exactly 200 Fragments, so the decision comes down to your gear type and preferred combat style rather than budget.
How to Reach the Augment Shop
Augments are sold at the Kazu shop, located in both the Shibuya Crossing and Neo Shibuya points of interest. The most straightforward route is to travel to the Pale District through an Expedition, then take the metro train teleporter to Neo Shibuya.
Step 1: After arriving at the Neo Shibuya train station, exit and walk straight down the main city road.
Step 2: Continue until you reach a small intersection, then turn into the side lane.
Step 3: Follow the lane until you find the Kazu shop. Inside, gears are displayed on one side, and Augments sit on a separate table. Interact with the table to browse and purchase.
An alternative path exists through the Heaven Pitstop — start an expedition there, then walk into the interior parts of town until you reach the same Kazu shop.
Equip Limit and Choosing the Right Augment
You can only have one Augment active on your gear at any given time. There is currently no way to stack or combine multiple Augments, so picking the right one matters.
For PvP-focused players, the Axe Kick Augment stands out because guardbreaking is one of the strongest mechanics in player-versus-player fights. Forcing an opponent out of their block opens a window for full combo damage, which can swing an entire encounter. If you're running a Ravager build and regularly face opponents who turtle behind their guard, Axe Kick is the most impactful choice.
Beam and Tri Blast both modify the same base skill — Energy Blast on Constructor or Manipulator gears — but serve different purposes. Beam excels at picking off targets at range with a single concentrated stream, while Tri Blast trades per-hit damage for wider coverage and the ability to pressure multiple enemies simultaneously. If you fight groups more often than duels, Tri Blast offers better zone control.
Spectre is the Projector's only Augment option right now. It trades the mobility of Curse Blitz's teleporting strikes for raw burst damage in a fixed area. The trade-off is significant: you lose repositioning during the attack and become an easier target, but the concentrated kick barrage can melt an opponent who's caught in it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I switch Augments after buying one?
Yes, you can return to the Kazu shop and purchase a different Augment. However, you'll need to spend another 200 Fragments for each new one.
Will more Augments be added later?
The game currently has four Augments. Additional options may arrive in future updates, but no official timeline has been confirmed.
Do Augments work in PvE and PvP?
Augments modify the underlying skill itself, so the changed behavior applies in any combat scenario where that skill is used.
With only four Augments in Cursed Gear right now, the system is straightforward — pick the one that matches your gear type, head to the Kazu shop, and spend 200 Fragments. As the game expands, more modifiers will likely follow, but for now, Axe Kick's guardbreak capability makes it the most consistently powerful option for competitive play.