How to Beat The Battle of Hulao Gate in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

Conquer the Iconic Battle of Hulao Gate in Dynasty Warriors: Origins

The Battle of Hulao Gate, a pivotal moment in Dynasty Warriors: Origins, presents a significant challenge. This guide provides a step-by-step strategy to secure victory. This final stage of Chapter 2 requires defeating Dong Zhuo.

Initial Assault:

Begin by capturing the four enemy bases in the map's bottom right corner. Conquering two triggers a cutscene introducing mounted cavalry. Systematically eliminate these forces; defeating Zhang Liao rewards you with a twin pike weapon. Once all bases are secured, assault Hulao Gate.

Facing Lu Bu:

After breaching the gate, a chaotic battle ensues. Prioritize protecting Cao Cao until he initiates his Grand Tactic, weakening enemy defenses. Crucially, avoid engaging Lu Bu directly. He's overwhelmingly powerful. Instead, focus on eliminating peripheral officers to maintain morale, which Lu Bu significantly depletes.

Lu Bu will eventually attack your main base (Yuan Shao). Resist the urge to pursue him; Liu Bei's forces will temporarily hold him off, giving you time to defeat Dong Zhuo. This creates a time constraint. When Liu Bei's forces retreat (game notification), ensure you're close to defeating Dong Zhuo.

Defeating Dong Zhuo:

After Lu Bu's departure, resupply at a conquered base if needed. Capture the northern and western bases. With all three squads poised for attack and your character fully healed, charge towards Dong Zhuo.

Dong Zhuo will unleash two Grand Tactics involving fireballs. The first requires destroying two catapults. Use Musou Rage (if available) to break through the defending soldiers. Eliminate surrounding soldiers and officers to clear a path for your troops to destroy the catapults.

The second Grand Tactic necessitates defeating an officer. Proceed to the right-side stairs, encountering an ambush by Diaochan. Ideally, duel her; defeating her simplifies the encounter. Once the Grand Tactic ends, the path to Dong Zhuo is clear. Your forces should now easily overwhelm him.

With Dong Zhuo defeated, you've conquered the Battle of Hulao Gate. Dynasty Warriors: Origins is available on PS5, PC, and Xbox Series X/S.