Dynasty Warriors has been delivering consistent 1 vs. 1000 style combat for over 20 years. Fans of the series don't mind, but a common criticism of Dynasty Warriors is that each installment is more or less just an updated version of the same game. Dynasty Warriors: Origins, the newest installment due next year and the first game that isn't a spin-off since Dynasty Warriors 9 in 2018, appears to be addressing this criticism. A ton of details haven't been revealed yet, but it appears that Dynasty Warriors: Origins is attempting to shake up the formula without alienating long-time fans. A few new details have emerged at Tokyo Game Show 2024, which may help satiate the curiosity of those who are anticipating the title.
One Vs. One Thousand
The scope of Dynasty Warriors: Origins is smaller than that of the previous games, spanning from the Yellow Turban Rebellion to the Battle of Chibi, with the latter historically being around the midway point of previous games. But this doesn't mean that Dynasty Warriors: Origins will necessarily be a smaller game than its predecessors, but simply one with a different focal point. Instead of stepping into the role of an established...