Dynasty Warriors: Origins Revives the Series with Tactical Depth and a Singular Focus

The upcoming reboot brings a streamlined approach, enhanced combat mechanics, and a fresh narrative focus to the iconic franchise.

Dynasty Warriors: Origins, releasing January 17, 2025, reboots the series with a tighter focus on a singular protagonist and a compressed timeline ending at the Battle of Chi Bi.
The game introduces tactical elements, including commanding allied units and strategic decision-making, alongside the franchise's signature large-scale battles.
Combat has been refined with nine unique weapon types, each tied to skill trees, offering deeper progression and variety compared to previous entries.
A new overworld map allows players to explore, complete side missions, and gather resources, while maintaining a linear progression tied to the story.
A demo is now available, showcasing the game's updated mechanics, including the ability to rewind battles and test strategies in key moments.