Activision Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark - Manual (Page 6)

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