Unlocking New Weapons in Dynasty Warriors: Origins: A Guide

If you're a fan of the *Dynasty Warriors* series, you'll know that each game brings its own twist to the gameplay. In *Dynasty Warriors: Origins*, the approach is different from earlier entries where you could play as numerous characters, each wielding unique weapons. Instead, *Dynasty Warriors: Origins* focuses on a single protagonist who can unlock and switch between various weapons as they progress through the game.

Where To Find New Weapons In Dynasty Warriors: Origins

In previous *Dynasty Warriors* titles, weapons were intricately tied to specific characters, each boasting a unique set of moves tailored to their weapon. *Dynasty Warriors: Origins* streamlines this by allowing you to control one character who can switch weapons at will. You start with a sword, but as you conquer missions, you'll unlock additional weapons by defeating designated enemy officers.

You can acquire all nine main weapons by the end of Chapter 3, though the exact timing depends on which officers you defeat. To ensure you unlock each weapon as early as possible, here's a detailed guide on when and how to obtain them:

• Sword – Your starting weapon.
• Spear – Complete the Battle of Guangyang in Chapter 1. You'll need to purchase it to advance the story.
• Gauntlets – During the Battle of Guangzong in Chapter 1, defeat Zhou Cang.
• Wheels – In the Suppression of You Province in Chapter 2, defeat Zhang Ju.
• Podao – In the Subjugation of the White Wave Bandits in Chapter 2, defeat any officer carrying the weapon.
• Staff – In the Assassination of Dong Zhuo in Chapter 2, find and defeat an officer in a treasure chamber accessible via a secret passage.
• Twin Pike – In the Battle of Hulao Gate in Chapter 2, defeat Zhang Liao.
• Lance – In the Battle of Xu Province, defeat an officer on the opposing side (depending on whether you side with Cao Cao or Liu Bei).
• Crescent Blade – Sometime in Chapter 3, after aligning with a faction, you'll unlock this weapon. The exact mission varies due to branching paths, but you'll have it before the chapter ends.

There's also a final weapon, the Halberd, which is a challenging unlock. To obtain it, you must defeat Lu Bu at the Battle of Hulao Gate after completing the campaign. It's a tough battle, but the Halberd is widely regarded as the best weapon in the game.

And that's how you unlock each weapon in *Dynasty Warriors: Origins*.

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