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. This guide details how to acquire each weapon.

Weapon Acquisition Guide

Early Dynasty Warriors games linked weapons to specific characters, each with unique movesets. Dynasty Warriors: Origins streamlines this by allowing weapon switching for the main character.

Starting with a sword, additional weapons are earned by defeating specific enemy officers during missions. All nine primary weapons can typically be obtained before completing Chapter 3, although the exact order may vary based on defeated officers. For optimal weapon acquisition, follow this guide:

• Sword: Starting weapon.
• Spear: Acquired after completing the Battle of Guangyang in Chapter 1 (requires purchase for story progression).
• Gauntlets: Earned by defeating Zhou Cang during the Battle of Guangzong in Chapter 1.
• Wheels: Obtained by defeating Zhang Ju in the Suppression of You Province mission in Chapter 2.
• Podao: Defeat any officer wielding this weapon during the Subjugation of the White Wave Bandits mission in Chapter 2.
• Staff: Found within a treasure chamber with a secret passage during the Assassination of Dong Zhuo mission in Chapter 2. Defeat the officer inside.
• Twin Pike: Earned by defeating Zhang Liao in the Battle of Hulao Gate in Chapter 2.
• Lance: Defeat an officer carrying this weapon on the opposing side during the Battle of Xu Province (your allegiance to Cao Cao or Liu Bei determines the opposing faction).
• Crescent Blade: Unlocked in Chapter 3 after aligning with a specific faction. The exact mission varies depending on your choices. Acquired before chapter completion.

Bonus Weapon: The Halberd

A final, powerful weapon—the halberd—awaits after completing the main campaign. Defeating Lu Bu at the Battle of Hulao Gate unlocks this coveted weapon, considered by many to be the game's best.

Availability

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