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Dynasty Warriors: Origins

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Dynasty Warriors: Origins
Developer(s)Omega Force
Publisher(s)Koei Tecmo
Director(s)Kazutoshi Sekiguchi
Producer(s)Tomohiko Sho
Composer(s)Masato Koike
SeriesDynasty Warriors
EngineKatana Engine
Platform(s)
ReleaseJanuary 17, 2025[a]
Genre(s)Hack-and-slash
Mode(s)Single-player

Dynasty Warriors: Origins[b] is a 2025 hack-and-slash video game in the Dynasty Warriors series developed by Omega Force and published by Koei Tecmo. The game was released for PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S on January 17, 2025.[1][2] Upon release, it received generally positive reviews from critics.

Plot

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Like other entries in the Dynasty Warriors series, Dynasty Warriors: Origins is based on the Chinese novel Romance of the Three Kingdoms.[3] According to Producer Tomohiko Sho, however, Origins differs from previous titles in that it only covers the first half of the novel while being more thorough in telling the story, which in turn is responsible for the new naming scheme.[3]

Gameplay

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Gameplay consists of both hack-and slash and strategic elements; the player controls a main character but can also issue commands to troops on the battlefield.[4][5] Aside from the main character, players can select another general as a teammate.[5] Multiple weapons and other character customizations are available.[5]

Development

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Dynasty Warriors: Origins is the first addition to the series in 7 years that is not a mobile game.[6][7] It was developed to take advantage of PlayStation 5 hardware.[4] Omega Force set a goal of displaying 10,000 soldiers on the screen.[8] According to an interview with Push Square, Sho reportedly practiced martial arts as part of development for the game.[4]

Reception

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Dynasty Warriors: Origins received "generally favorable" reviews from critics, according to review aggregator website Metacritic.[9][10][11] OpenCritic determined that 79% of critics recommended the game.[12]

CGMagazine praised the game as the best entry in the Musou franchise in years, reclaiming lost goodwill and offering a much-needed overhaul for the series.[24] The game was also commended by IGN for its deep combat mechanics, engaging storyline, improved visuals, and replay value, successfully balancing story and combat to offer a fresh take on familiar characters and stories.[25]

Critics such as GamingTrend pointed out repetitive gameplay and lack of cooperative play as areas where the game falls short,[26] while VideoGamer described it as a middle-of-the-road experience that lacks depth and feels stuck in the past.[27]

Notes

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  1. ^ The Deluxe edition was released on January 14, 2025.
  2. ^ Known in Japan as Shin Sangokumusou: Origins (真・三國無双ORIGINS, Shin Sangokumusō Orijinsu)

References

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  1. ^ "Dynasty Warriors: Origins - Release Date Trailer | State of Play 2024 - IGN". 2024-09-24. Retrieved 2024-11-17 – via www.ign.com.
  2. ^ Reed, Chris (13 January 2025). "Dynasty Warriors: Origins - Here's What Comes in Each Edition". IGN.
  3. ^ a b Woods, Sam (14 October 2024). "Dynasty Warriors: Origins Will Only Focus On The First Half Of The Romance Of The Three Kingdoms Story". TheGamer.
  4. ^ a b c Barker, Sammy (22 November 2024). "Preview: Why Dynasty Warriors Origins' Producer Tomohiko Sho Practiced Martial Arts to Make the Perfect PS5 Game". Push Square.
  5. ^ a b c Griffin, Jada (22 November 2024). "Dynasty Warriors: Origins – The First Preview". IGN.
  6. ^ Bailey, Dustin (30 May 2024). "After 7 years, Dynasty Warriors Origins brings the beloved musou series back in 2025". gamesradar. Archived from the original on 26 November 2024. Retrieved 26 November 2024.
  7. ^ 山田集佳 (22 November 2024). "「三国志」の魅力に立ち返った最新作で、乱世を生き抜く1人の侠客となれ 『真・三國無双 ORIGINS』プレビュー". IGN Japan (in Japanese).
  8. ^ Woods, Sam (13 October 2024). "Dynasty Warriors Programmers Set Themself The Goal Of Getting 10,000 Soldiers On Screen". TheGamer.
  9. ^ a b "Dynasty Warriors: Origins (PlayStation 5 Critic Reviews)". Metacritic. Retrieved January 16, 2025.
  10. ^ a b "Dynasty Warriors: Origins (PlayStation 5 Critic Reviews)". Metacritic. Retrieved January 16, 2025.
  11. ^ a b "Dynasty Warriors: Origins (PlayStation 5 Critic Reviews)". Metacritic. Retrieved January 16, 2025.
  12. ^ a b "Dynasty Warriors: Origins Reviews". OpenCritic. Retrieved January 16, 2025.
  13. ^ Colantonio, Giovanni (January 13, 2025). "Dynasty Warriors: Origins review: thrilling historical drama lacks substance". Digital Trends. Retrieved January 16, 2025.
  14. ^ Wakeling, Richard. "Dynasty Warriors: Origins Review — Army Of One". GameSpot. Retrieved January 16, 2025.
  15. ^ Taylor-Kent, Oscar (January 13, 2025). "Dynasty Warriors: Origins review: "A stripped back approach champions the explosive combat's focus on visceral clashes and tactile battlefields"". GamesRadar+. Retrieved January 16, 2025.
  16. ^ Shive, Chris (January 13, 2025). "Review: Dynasty Warriors: Origins". Hardcore Gamer. Retrieved January 16, 2025.
  17. ^ Griffin, Jada (January 13, 2025). "Dynasty Warriors: Origins Review". IGN. Retrieved January 16, 2025.
  18. ^ Kelly, Paul (January 13, 2025). "Beloved ARPG series just made a major comeback with its best new game in years". PCGamesN. Retrieved January 16, 2025.
  19. ^ Ramsey, Robert (January 13, 2025). "Review: Dynasty Warriors: Origins (PS5) — Peak Dynasty Warriors Is Back with an Almighty Bang". Push Square. Retrieved January 16, 2025.
  20. ^ Barger, Will (January 16, 2025). "Dynasty Warriors: Origins review: Peacemaker". Shacknews. Retrieved January 16, 2025.
  21. ^ Wood, Rhys (January 13, 2025). "Dynasty Warriors Origins review: a thunderous new beginning". TechRadar. Retrieved January 16, 2025.
  22. ^ Middler, Jordan (January 13, 2025). "Dynasty Warriors Origins Review: A good jumping-on point that won't convince franchise doubters". Video Games Chronicle. Retrieved January 16, 2025.
  23. ^ Makar, Connor (January 13, 2025). "Dynasty Warriors Origins review". VG247. Retrieved January 16, 2025.
  24. ^ Watson, Philip (2025-01-13). "DYNASTY WARRIORS: ORIGINS (PS5) Review - CGMagazine". Retrieved 2025-01-15.
  25. ^ Griffin, Jada (2025-01-13). "Dynasty Warriors: Origins Review". IGN. Retrieved 2025-01-15.
  26. ^ Viola, Henry (2025-01-13). "Dynasty Warriors: Origins review --- One player hack and slash — GAMINGTREND". gamingtrend.com. Retrieved 2025-01-15.
  27. ^ "Dynasty Warriors Origins review - a mindless, repetitive slog". VideoGamer. 2025-01-13. Retrieved 2025-01-15.
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