How To Unlock New Weapons In Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Unlocking Every Weapon in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Unlike previous Dynasty Warriors titles featuring multiple playable characters with unique weapon sets, Dynasty Warriors: Origins offers a single protagonist who unlocks a diverse arsenal throughout the game. Here's a guide to acquiring each weapon:

Weapon Acquisition Guide

You start with a sword. Subsequent weapons are earned by defeating specific enemy officers in various missions. While all nine main weapons are attainable before completing Chapter 3, the exact timing depends on which officers you defeat. To maximize efficiency, follow this guide:

• Sword: Starting weapon.
• Spear: Acquired after completing the Battle of Guangyang in Chapter 1 (requires purchase 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 this weapon during the Subjugation of the White Wave Bandits in Chapter 2.
• Staff: Defeat an officer within a treasure chamber (accessible via a secret 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 this weapon in the Battle of Xu Province. The officer's allegiance (Cao Cao or Liu Bei) depends on your chosen faction.
• Crescent Blade: Unlocked sometime in Chapter 3 after aligning with a specific faction. The exact mission varies depending on your choices.

The Ultimate Weapon: The Halberd

Beyond the nine main weapons, a powerful halberd awaits. To obtain it, you must defeat Lu Bu at the Battle of Hulao Gate after completing the main campaign. This is a challenging encounter, but the reward is arguably the game's best weapon.

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