Origin – hands-on report – PlayStation.Blog

January 17 will bring Dynasty Warriors: Origins, a hot new addition to the Dynasty Warriors series, to PlayStation 5, and we recently got a chance to play the tactical hack-and-slash action ahead of its release .

A touching story about an “unsung hero”

Dynasty Warriors: Origins tells the story of China’s Three Kingdoms period, from the Yellow Turban Rebellion to the Battle of Red Cross. At the beginning of the game, the main character is caught up in a battle with Guan Yu against an army of corrupt officials. The Yellow Turban Rebellion was never depicted in detail in previous installments of the series. However, this game still delves into the origins and pain of the Yellow Turban, as well as the perspective of each general of the defeated army.

The struggle to choose sides between a series of enchanting warriors and heroes

The main character is a traveling martial artist suffering from amnesia. However, his body still remembers how to use the weapon, allowing him to use his skills skillfully in every battle. Since he has no allegiance to a particular kingdom or sovereign, he is able to forge relationships with various forces and join them on the battlefield. However, the protagonist is ultimately faced with a pivotal choice – whether he will serve and support the aspirations of Cao Cao, Suan Jin or Liu Bei. All three are excellent fighters, which makes the choice even more difficult.

All three are fascinating and you will develop a special bond with them throughout the story. Deciding who to support becomes even more difficult as each person will entice you to join their side. After thinking for a long time, I finally chose to support Liu Bei, since I fought alongside him from the beginning of the game. It’s a difficult decision because choosing a side means you’ll have to face off against people you’ve fought with before.

An even more exciting and satisfying hack-and-slash action

In this game, players will not only enjoy the exciting ‘1 vs 1,000’ gameplay with easy-to-learn controls typical of the Dynasty Warrior series, but will also enjoy large-scale tactical battles like no other. less thrilling and rewarding.

As in previous entries, you can dominate regular enemies by mastering combos of quick regular attacks and strong, powerful attacks. However, famous generals and leadership-level officers are surrounded by a protective aura called Fortitude, which prevents you from causing significant damage. To destroy the enemy’s power, the player must target the openings behind the enemy’s attack, taking advantage of Battles Arts, a set of unique moves available for each weapon or Parries, a Powerful counterattack leaves the enemy vulnerable.

Dominate your enemies with Musou attacks and companion attacks

Powerful Musou Attacks can be activated when the Musou Gauge reaches a certain level, and they can destroy enemies on a large scale. Additionally, you can activate War God Rage mode where the Musou Gauge builds up to two levels, as well as the super powerful True Musou attack. In some battles, you can bring an allied general as your Companion. You can directly control your teammates by switching to them and performing their unique attacks. You can also activate Extreme Musou Attack in tandem with your companion, which is a great way to use it.

Experience unprecedented scale as thousands of soldiers clash on the battlefield

Dynasty Warriors: Origins takes full advantage of the power of PS5 to realize a large-scale battle unprecedented in the history of the series. In some battles, you will witness large groups of enemies clashing on the battlefield, which is a spectacle in itself. Each soldier on the battlefield uses their own strategy, whether under the command of their commander or at their own will, causing the tide of battle to change rapidly.

The importance of maintaining the morale of your troops

Morale is an important factor in battles. Morale rises when an enemy general is defeated or you capture an enemy stronghold. When morale is high, the strength of your soldiers will be reinforced to your advantage, but on the other hand, morale can decrease when allied generals are defeated or your stronghold is captured. There were stressful moments when I was needed in multiple places at once, but overcoming those challenges was incredibly satisfying.

Command your Bodyguards with Strategic Tactics and repel Massive Tactics deployed by Massive Forces

Dynasty Warrior: Origins will bring back the Bodyguard system. Using Tactics, you can command these guards to perform a variety of actions, such as raining arrows or charging with spears. Additionally, when a large number of soldiers gather, a Large Force will be formed. These large forces can deploy Grand Tactics, changing the tide of battle significantly. These violent group attacks involved troops attacking one after another with spears or stone throwers firing fire bombs. While these attacks are worth witnessing, they will deal significant damage to your allies, so make sure you deal with them quickly.

The story of the latest installment in the series offers a unique perspective on historical drama through the eyes of an ‘unsung hero’, and the fierce battles and unprecedented scale of the battlefield It’s fascinating and appealing. Dynasty Warriors: Origins is for die-hard fans of the series, as well as newcomers to the series who wish to explore the epic stories behind the Three Kingdoms and their heroes. Experience the great war on January 17 on PS5.