How To Unlock New Weapons In Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Unlocking Every Weapon in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Unlike previous Dynasty Warriors titles where players controlled numerous characters, each with unique weapons, Dynasty Warriors: Origins features a single protagonist who unlocks a diverse arsenal throughout the game. This guide details how to acquire each weapon.

Weapon Acquisition in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

In contrast to earlier games, where weapons were intrinsically linked to specific characters and their movesets, Dynasty Warriors: Origins streamlines this by allowing weapon swapping at will. The journey begins with a single sword, but additional weapons are earned by defeating particular enemy officers during missions.

While all nine primary weapons are obtainable before completing Chapter 3, the exact timing depends on which officers you defeat. For optimal weapon acquisition, follow this guide:

• Sword: Your starting weapon.
• Spear: Complete 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 (multiple officers carry it).
• Staff: Defeat an officer within a treasure chamber containing 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. Note: The officer's allegiance (Cao Cao or Liu Bei) depends on your chosen allegiance in this battle.
• Crescent Blade: Unlocked in Chapter 3 after aligning with a specific faction. The exact mission varies depending on your choices.

The Final Weapon: The Halberd

Beyond the nine primary weapons, a powerful halberd awaits. To obtain it, defeat Lu Bu at the Battle of Hulao Gate after completing the main campaign. This challenging battle rewards players with arguably the game's most potent weapon.

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