Dynasty Warriors Origins: FAQs

The Dynasty Warriors franchise, a veteran in the action genre, returns after a seven-year hiatus since its ninth mainline installment with Dynasty Warriors: Origins. This reboot aims to refresh the series for new players while delivering the signature Musou action longtime fans crave.

With this reboot, many have questions. This guide answers some of the most frequently asked questions about Dynasty Warriors: Origins, including details on its multiplayer capabilities.

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• Does Dynasty Warriors: Origins Support Split-Screen Multiplayer?
• Can I Change Characters in Dynasty Warriors: Origins?
• Is Dynasty Warriors: Origins a Sequel?
• Is Dynasty Warriors: Origins Open-World?
• Is Dynasty Warriors: Origins Coming to PS4 and Xbox One?
• When Can I Start Playing Dynasty Warriors: Origins?
• Can I Play Dynasty Warriors: Origins Early?
• Can I Preload Dynasty Warriors: Origins?

Does Dynasty Warriors: Origins Support Split-Screen Multiplayer?

Unfortunately, Dynasty Warriors: Origins does not offer any multiplayer options, a point of disappointment for some series veterans.

Can I Change Characters in Dynasty Warriors: Origins?

Unlike previous entries, Dynasty Warriors: Origins features a fixed protagonist. You won't be able to switch characters during the main campaign.

Is Dynasty Warriors: Origins a Sequel?

Dynasty Warriors: Origins acts as a reboot. Players experience familiar battles and events through the eyes of a new, original character. Prior game knowledge isn't required, making it an ideal entry point for newcomers.

Is Dynasty Warriors: Origins Open-World?

While battles occur in large, expansive areas, these aren't seamlessly connected. Players navigate between areas using an overworld map.

Is Dynasty Warriors: Origins Coming to PS4 and Xbox One?

Contrary to initial speculation, Dynasty Warriors: Origins will not be released on PS4, Xbox One, or Nintendo Switch. It's currently confirmed for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.

When Can I Start Playing Dynasty Warriors: Origins?

Dynasty Warriors: Origins launches at midnight (local time) on January 17th.

Can I Play Dynasty Warriors: Origins Early?

Purchasing the Digital Deluxe Edition grants up to 72 hours of Early Access, starting at midnight (local time) on January 14th.

Can I Preload Dynasty Warriors: Origins?

Console preloads are available. The game size is approximately 43 GB (PS5) and 44 GB (Xbox Series X|S). PC players should allocate at least 50 GB of hard drive space.