Dynasty Warriors Origins Frequently Asked Questions

Seven years after the release of its ninth mainline installment, the Dynasty Warriors franchise is back with Dynasty Warriors: Origins—a reboot designed to attract both new and seasoned Musou fans. This fresh start leaves many with questions, so let's address some of the most frequently asked.

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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 functionality. This may disappoint some fans of the series.

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 is a reboot. While it revisits familiar battles and events, it does so through the lens of a new, original, nameless hero. No prior knowledge of the series is required, making it an excellent starting point for newcomers.

Is Dynasty Warriors: Origins Open-World?

While battles take place in expansive areas, these are not seamlessly connected. Players navigate between them using an overworld map.

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

To clarify any previous misunderstandings, 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. Expect a download size of approximately 43 GB (PS5) and 44 GB (Xbox Series X|S). PC players (Steam) should allocate at least 50 GB of hard drive space.