How To Unlock New Weapons In Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Unlocking Every Weapon in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Unlike previous Dynasty Warriors titles featuring numerous playable characters, each with unique weapons, Dynasty Warriors: Origins streamlines the experience. Players control a single character who progressively unlocks a diverse arsenal of weapons. This guide details how to obtain each weapon.

Weapon Acquisition in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

While earlier games linked weapons to specific characters and move sets, Dynasty Warriors: Origins simplifies this by allowing weapon switching at will. The journey begins with a single sword, but completing missions unlocks additional weapons. Defeating specific enemy officers is key to acquiring these weapons. All nine primary weapons are obtainable before Chapter 3's conclusion, though the order may vary based on defeated officers. For optimal weapon acquisition, follow this guide:

• Sword: Starting weapon.
• Spear: Awarded after completing the Battle of Guangyang in Chapter 1 (purchase required for story progression).
• Gauntlets: Defeat Zhou Cang during the Battle of Guangzong in Chapter 1.
• Wheels: Defeat Zhang Ju in the Suppression of You Province in Chapter 2.
• Podao: Defeat any officer wielding a Podao during the Subjugation of the White Wave Bandits in Chapter 2.
• Staff: Defeat an officer within a secret treasure chamber accessed via a hidden passage during the Assassination of Dong Zhuo in Chapter 2.
• Twin Pike: Defeat Zhang Liao in the Battle of Hulao Gate in Chapter 2.
• Lance: Defeat an officer wielding a Lance in the Battle of Xu Province. This requires engaging with either Cao Cao or Liu Bei's faction and defeating an officer from the opposing side.
• Crescent Blade: Unlocked sometime in Chapter 3 after aligning with a specific faction. The exact mission varies depending on player choices but is attainable before chapter completion.

A final, powerful weapon—the halberd—awaits after completing the main campaign. Defeating Lu Bu in the Battle of Hulao Gate unlocks this coveted weapon, arguably the game's best.

Dynasty Warriors: Origins is available now on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S.