Unlocking Shu's True Ending in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

In *Dynasty Warriors: Origins*, you can unlock three distinct campaigns, each with its own true ending. If you're aiming to see the true ending for Liu Bei's Shu faction, follow these steps to achieve it.

How To Unlock The True Ending For Shu In Dynasty Warriors: Origins

To unlock the Shu true ending, the first step is to complete the Shu campaign. Upon completion, you'll gain access to replay previously finished stages. Look for a gold banner next to The Battle of Changban, signaling an alternative ending. In the standard playthrough, your goal is to help Liu Bei escape with the peasants while Zhang Fei holds off Cao Cao's army at Changban Bridge. This stage is renowned for its drama and iconic status within the franchise. To unlock the true ending, however, you must deviate from the usual objective and focus on defeating Cao Cao instead of ensuring Liu Bei's escape.

This task is challenging as you'll face Cao Cao and his army largely on your own, embodying the "1 vs. 1000" spirit of the series. If Liu Bei falls before you can defeat Cao Cao, you'll need to restart the mission. To make this endeavor more manageable, consider these strategies:

First, switch the game's difficulty to Historian mode. Although it might feel like taking the easy route, the sheer number of enemies you'll face makes this adjustment necessary unless you're at an extremely high level. Lowering the difficulty boosts your chances of success against Cao Cao. Additionally, choosing Zhang Fei as your partner allows you to start nearer to Cao Cao's forces, saving you the usual long trek across the map.

When confronting Cao Cao's army, ensure your Musou Rage meter is ready. You'll need to counter two of their Grand Tactics: one by eliminating two enemy officers and the other by defeating 250 soldiers. Equipping a weapon like the twin pikes can help you efficiently tackle the soldier count. Once Cao Cao's army is defeated, finishing off Cao Cao himself should be straightforward. After this victory, you'll have only a few new missions to complete before witnessing the true ending for Shu.

That's the roadmap to unlocking the true ending for Shu in *Dynasty Warriors: Origins*. The game is currently available on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S.