How to Unlock the Shu True Ending in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Embark on an epic journey to unlock the true ending for Liu Bei's Shu faction in Dynasty Warriors: Origins! This guide will walk you through the steps needed to achieve this challenging feat.

First, complete the Shu campaign. This unlocks the ability to replay stages, and you'll notice a golden banner next to "The Battle of Changban." This signifies an alternative path to the true ending. Normally, you'd help Liu Bei escape while Zhang Fei holds the line. However, to unlock the true ending, you must defeat Cao Cao himself.

This is no easy task! You'll be facing Cao Cao's army almost single-handedly, embodying the series' iconic "1 vs. 1000" challenge. Failure to defeat Cao Cao before Liu Bei falls means restarting the mission. To increase your chances, consider these strategies:

Lower the game's difficulty to Historian mode. The sheer number of enemies makes this a significant advantage. Choose Zhang Fei as your partner. This positions you closer to Cao Cao's army, saving valuable time. Keep your Musou Rage meter charged. You'll need it to overcome Cao Cao's Grand Tactics (defeating two officers and 250 soldiers). A weapon like twin pikes is highly recommended for the soldier-slaying portion. Once Cao Cao's army is routed, defeating him should be more manageable.

After defeating Cao Cao, a few more missions remain before you witness the Shu faction's true ending. Good luck!

Dynasty Warriors: Origins is available now on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S.