Dynasty Warriors: Origins offers a surprisingly skillful hack-and-slash experience, catering to various player skill levels with four difficulty settings. This guide helps you choose the best setting for your gameplay style.
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All Dynasty Warriors: Origins Difficulty Settings
The game features four difficulty levels: Historian (easy), Wayfarer (normal), Hero (hard), and Ultimate Warrior (very hard). Initially, only Historian, Wayfarer, and Hero are accessible. Unlock Ultimate Warrior by completing a main scenario for any of the three factions. Note that completing a battle on Ultimate Warrior earns a Trophy/Achievement, but campaign completion doesn't have difficulty-specific rewards.
Which Dynasty Warriors: Origins Difficulty Setting is Best?
New players or those prioritizing story should opt for Historian (easy). Wayfarer (normal) is ideal for most players, even with limited Musou/Warriors experience. Series veterans might start with Hero (hard), while seasoned Musou players should consider Ultimate Warrior (very hard) after unlocking it for a greater challenge.
Adjust the difficulty anytime between battles via the in-game menu without affecting the storyline.
Difficulty Mode Differences in Dynasty Warriors: Origins
Historian simplifies gameplay: all enemy attacks are easily blocked; staggering enemies, gaining bravery, and filling the Musou Gauge are easier. Hero increases enemy strength and aggression, reduces parry/evade windows, and removes Meat Bun drops. Bravery depletes on blocking, battlefield influence is reduced, and Skill Points/gold earnings are lower. Ultimate Warrior intensifies Hero's challenges with even tighter timing windows and significantly reduced rewards.
