In *Dynasty Warriors: Origins*, players will find themselves immersed in the chaos of ancient China, engaging in epic battles alongside iconic warlords. A pivotal moment in the game is choosing which faction to align with, which significantly impacts your journey. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you make an informed decision when selecting factions in *Dynasty Warriors: Origins*.

Dynasty Warriors: Origins Factions Explained

*Dynasty Warriors: Origins* unfolds through various chapters, with the first two chapters allowing your character, the Wanderer, to remain neutral. During these chapters, you'll interact with Sun Jian’s, Cao Cao’s, and Liu Bei’s factions, participating in crucial battles such as the Yellow Turban Rebellion and the Battle of Hulao Gate.

However, by the time you reach Chapter 3, the game will prompt you to make a significant decision. You must choose a faction to join by the end of this chapter. By this point, you should have a good understanding of each faction, but the game provides additional battles to help you make your choice.

To progress, you need to complete a specific number of missions for each faction. For Sun Jian, you need to complete three battles; for Liu Bei, two battles; and for Cao Cao, just one battle. Once you fulfill the required missions for a faction, a new mission will unlock, prompting you to make your allegiance. For instance, if you complete Cao Cao’s mission first, you'll be faced with a choice between Cao Cao and Liu Bei, with Liu Bei’s option unavailable if you haven't completed his missions. You can still complete missions for all factions before making your final decision.

Once you choose a faction, the other factions become locked out for the remainder of the game. You'll no longer be able to accept side quests from their officers or increase your bond with them, which can make the path you choose more challenging. For example, aligning with Liu Bei might be tougher due to fewer commanding officers, limiting your opportunities to earn skill points from side quests.

Each faction offers unique missions, adding to the game's replay value. If you want to experience everything *Dynasty Warriors: Origins* has to offer, consider saving your game before choosing a faction. You can then reload this save to explore different alliances.

That's how you select a faction in *Dynasty Warriors: Origins*. The game is now available on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S, ready for you to dive into its rich world and dynamic gameplay.