Activision Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Manual (Page 5)

Gear Boxes
Gear Boxes are rewards that are earned for leveling up or completing Challenges in both
Campaign and Escalation modes. Each Gear Box includes multiple unlocks which may
include new Weapons, Weapon Upgrades, T.E.C.H., Abilities, Escalation Characters, and
HACKS. Gear Boxes can be opened from the Character Setup menu, Terminals, or from the
Pause Menu.
HACKS
HACKS are special items that increase difficulty such as exploding enemies or removing the
HUD for an increased amount of XP. Each time you use a Hack, it is then consumed, but you
can earn it again through another Gear Box.
GEAR BOXES & HACKS