In Daemon X Machina, crafting elite gear requires more than acquiring schematics. Protective equipment can be assembled normally, but weapon and auxiliary development demands access to the elusive Secret Factory. Gaining entry involves cryptic prerequisites not fully detailed in-game, making external guidance crucial for progression.

Locating the Secret Factory

The journey begins at the concealed Ice Cream Parlor. Conversations with its staff hint at frozen treats influencing factory authorization, though mere purchases or loyalty cards prove insufficient. Multiple hidden factors govern access, explaining why many mistakenly assume a technical glitch prevents entry.

Unlocking Methodology

While achieving Silver-tier mercenary status or Gold patronage often correlates with access, these alone don’t guarantee success. Key requirements include:

• Independent resource extraction (co-op mining doesn’t count)
• Progression through critical story milestones
• Strategic equipment development to trigger administrative recognition

Non-Essential Activities

Certain efforts don’t contribute to factory access:

• Arena ranking advancement
• Card-based mini-games
• Completion of other players’ optional missions
• Defeating every global champion

External mission completions by others won’t contribute, as each player’s objectives remain distinct. Factory authorization operates through individual progress tracking rather than collective achievements.