The highly anticipated Dynasty Warriors: Origins is set to release on January 14 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, but only if you opt for the pricier Digital Deluxe Edition. The Standard Edition will follow on January 17, available for purchase at Amazon and other major retailers. This latest entry in a series that has been thrilling gamers since the 1990s serves as an excellent starting point for newcomers, as it reboots the franchise. Our glowing Dynasty Warriors: Origins review awarded it a 9/10, highlighting its appeal. Both editions are currently up for pre-order, each offering unique bonuses. Let's dive into the details of what each edition includes.
Dynasty Warriors: Origins - Standard Edition
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Available from January 17, the Standard Edition of Dynasty Warriors: Origins is priced at $69.99 across various platforms and retailers:
- PS5: Available at Amazon, Best Buy (with a free $10 gift card), GameStop, Target, Walmart, and the PS Store (digital).
- Xbox Series X|S: Available at Amazon, Best Buy (with a free $10 gift card), GameStop, Target, Walmart, and the Xbox Store (digital).
- PC: Available on Steam for $69.99.
Pre-ordering the Standard Edition grants you the game and the pre-order bonus DLC costumes detailed below.
Dynasty Warriors: Origins - Digital Deluxe Edition
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The Digital Deluxe Edition is available for $89.99 and offers the following exclusive perks:
- 72 hours of early access starting January 14.
- Official Book & Original Soundtrack (Digital Edition): Accessible in-game, the Official Book features original illustrations and detailed information about the Three Kingdoms period and its characters. The Original Soundtrack includes 20 new tracks arranged specifically for this title.
- Letters: In-game letters that provide gold and pyroxene, useful for purchasing weapons and crafting gems. These letters are delivered at Inns during your playthrough.
Dynasty Warriors: Origins Preorder Bonuses
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The pre-order bonuses for Dynasty Warriors: Origins vary depending on the edition and whether you choose a physical or digital copy:
- Preorder a physical copy and receive the protagonist DLC costumes: "Garb of the Azure Bird," "Garb of the Crimson Bird," "Garb of the Emerald Bird," and "Garb of the Violet Bird."
- Preorder a digital copy of the Standard Edition and get the "Nameless Warrior Garb" DLC costume, a collaboration with Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty.
- Preorder the Digital Deluxe Edition and enjoy 72 hours of early access, the "Early Works Soundtrack Collection" featuring 191 tracks from previous titles, and the "Nameless Warrior Garb" DLC costume.
Additionally, **Best Buy** offers a $10 digital gift card as a pre-order bonus.
Dynasty Warriors: Origins Demo
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Unsure about committing to the full game? You can try out a free demo available for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
What Is Dynasty Warriors: Origins?
----------------------------------Dynasty Warriors: Origins is a hack-and-slash game featuring a new protagonist, the "nameless hero," designed to welcome newcomers. It's touted as having the most exhilarating action in the series' history, leveraging modern gaming hardware to deliver the most on-screen enemies ever. IGN's review by Jada Griffin praised it for its deep combat, improved storytelling, and extensive replayability, calling it a masterful start and a triumphant return for the series.
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