Dynasty Warriors: Origins is a new game that features 1v1000 battles set against the backdrop of Romance of the Three Kingdoms. The game revolves around battling thousands of soldiers in a historical Chinese setting, with a focus on a single-player story mode. The combat system is sleeker and more responsive than in previous games, adding depth to the gameplay. The player takes on the role of an amnesiac protagonist who aligns with different factions before ultimately choosing one to support. The choice of faction determines how the rest of the game unfolds, offering different cutscenes and missions. While the main character is unremarkable, the faction leaders emerge as the stars of the game, each with their own strengths and weaknesses. Despite the repetitive nature of the gameplay, the missions are varied and engaging, providing a sense of accomplishment without being overly punishing. The combat remains diverse due to a wide range of unlockable melee weapons and abilities, encouraging experimentation and strategic decision-making. The addition of parrying and dodging adds depth to the combat system, striking a balance between precision and large-scale battle mechanics. The game also introduces “large forces,” visually spectacular hordes of troops with their own health bar. Players must strategically pick off officers or complete sub-objectives within a time limit to defeat these large forces. Additionally, the game offers RTS-lite AI commands, allowing players to control their own growing force of underlings and engage in tactical maneuvers. However, outside of the battlefield, the game’s overworld map is filled with tedious activities and side content, which can slow down the overall pacing of the game. Despite these pacing issues and occasional oversights, the quality of the battles makes Dynasty Warriors: Origins a successful revamp of the series. Overall, Dynasty Warriors: Origins presents a compelling vision for the future of the series, offering an engaging and modernized experience for both fans and newcomers.