Unlocking Every Weapon in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Unlike previous Dynasty Warriors titles featuring multiple playable characters, each with unique weapons, Dynasty Warriors: Origins simplifies things. You play as a single character, progressively unlocking a diverse arsenal. Here's how to acquire each weapon:

Weapon Acquisition Guide

The game starts you with a sword. Additional weapons are earned by defeating specific enemy officers during missions. You should obtain all nine primary weapons before completing Chapter 3, though the order might vary based on which officers you defeat. For optimal timing, follow this guide:

• Sword: 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 during 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 accessed via a secret passage during the Assassination of Dong Zhuo in Chapter 2.
• Twin Pike: Defeat Zhang Liao during the Battle of Hulao Gate in Chapter 2.
• Lance: Defeat an officer wielding the lance in the Battle of Xu Province. This requires defeating an officer on the opposing side (Cao Cao or Liu Bei) depending on your allegiance.
• Crescent Blade: Unlocked somewhere 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 primary weapons, a powerful halberd awaits. This requires defeating Lu Bu at the Battle of Hulao Gate after completing the main campaign. Considered by many to be the game's best weapon, this challenge is significant but rewarding.

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