Dynasty Warriors: Origins launches January 14th on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC – but only with the pricier Digital Deluxe Edition. The Standard Edition arrives January 17th (available at Amazon). A reboot for newcomers and a revitalization for veterans, Dynasty Warriors: Origins is a fantastic entry in the long-running series (see our 9/10 review for details). Pre-orders are open for both editions, each offering unique bonuses. Let's break down the differences:
Dynasty Warriors: Origins - Standard Edition
Available January 17th
- Price: $69.99 (Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, Target, Walmart, and respective digital stores)
- Preorder Bonus (Physical): "Garb of the Azure Bird," "Garb of the Crimson Bird," "Garb of the Emerald Bird," and "Garb of the Violet Bird" protagonist costumes.
- Preorder Bonus (Digital): "Nameless Warrior Garb" protagonist costume (a Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty collaboration).
Dynasty Warriors: Origins - Digital Deluxe Edition
Available January 14th (72-hour early access)
- Price: $89.99 (PS Store, Best Buy, GameStop, Walmart, Xbox Store, and Steam)
- Includes:
- 72-hour early access.
- Digital Official Book & Original Soundtrack: Features original artwork, character details, relationship charts, and 20 original tracks.
- In-game "Letters": Providing gold for items and pyroxene for gem creation.
- "Nameless Warrior Garb" protagonist costume (Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty collaboration).
- Early Works Soundtrack Collection (Digital): 191 tracks from previous Dynasty Warriors games.
Dynasty Warriors: Origins Preorder Bonuses – The Fine Print
Preorder bonuses vary depending on edition (Standard vs. Deluxe) and purchase type (physical vs. digital). Best Buy also offers a $10 digital gift card with preorders.
Dynasty Warriors: Origins Demo
Available for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
What is Dynasty Warriors: Origins?
A hack-and-slash title introducing a "nameless hero" protagonist, designed as an accessible entry point for newcomers. It boasts enhanced combat, improved storytelling, high replayability, and stunning visuals, featuring the largest number of on-screen enemies in series history. IGN's review praised its masterful start, deepened combat, and improved storytelling.
Other Preorder Guides: (List of other preorder guides omitted for brevity)
