Warriors: Abyss is different than a lot of roguelikes who only have one or maybe a handful of characters to choose or unlock. Warriors: Abyss boasts over a hundred warriors from across the Dynasty Warriors and Samurai Warriors franchises and there will be probably more added along the way.
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It’s good to see Koei Tecmo/Omega Force so gung-ho about Warriors: Abyss especially since they recently launched Dynasty Warriors: Origins with support plans as well. Of the many heroes players can try in the beginning of Warriors: Abyss, these are the best. They will be ranked based on power and ease of use.
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Guan Yu
An Unwavering Tree Of Strength
Guan Yu is a classic character in the Dynasty Warriors franchise. Anyone who has played Dynasty Warriors: Origins recently will know how powerful he is. While his moves are less versatile in Warriors: Abyss, he’s still a powerhouse that can take out enemies of every shape and size. He’s a good character to use against bosses too. His one downside is his slow speed but his control of the spear and his massive dragon summoning Musou attack makes Guan Yu a great starter.
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Goemon Ishikawa
Find The Rhythm And Create Fireworks
Goemon Ishikawa is based on the legendary thief in Japanese mythology. He’s also the same character that the Konami-based Ganbare Goemon series is based on. This version of Goemon is a bit goofier with a large cannon strapped to his back that fires both cannonballs and fireworks. Like Guan Yu, Goemon is slow by players can build momentum with him for a devastating spin attack. He can take as many hits as he can dish out, making Goemon a goofy rock to rely on.
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Ina
That’s Not How You Use A Bow
Ina is a fair bow maiden but she doesn’t use a bow like a normal video game character. She instead uses her comically large bow like a sword to attack enemies with melee strikes. Players can build combos to use her bow as normal though, so she’s a mid-range character.
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Her Musou will really put her bow to good use as she will summon a rain of arrows to blanket the battlefield. Ina isn’t the strongest character physically but her swift speed gives her an advantage on the battlefield.
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Zhurong
A Strong Amazon With Range
Zhurong is a tall Amazonian-like warrior who looks like she would be slow and physically domineering like Guan Yu. She is foreboding and strong but she’s also incredibly fast on her feet. She uses a triple-point boomerang similar to the weapon Yuffie uses in Final Fantasy 7. Like Ina, Zhurong is a mid-range character as she uses her enlarged shuriken for melee and throw attacks. The only disappointing thing about Zhurong is her Musou attack is just okay.
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Cao Cao
The Icy Lord Who Would Unite China
Cao Cao is one of the most famous characters in Dynasty Warriors and Chinese history. He’s much different compared to his live counterpart as the real version couldn’t use ice powers but the one in Warriors: Abyss can. Cao Cao wields two swords and ice comes into play for various combo attacks and his Musou attack. The coolest part of Cao Cao though is that one of his combo attacks can create a clone of himself to independently attack enemies. Since there is no couch co-op like most Musou games, it’s good to at least have a clone ally.
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Oichi
Shooting Hoops From Downtown
Oichi has an interesting weapon as she chains four hoops together. It looks like two when players begin to attack, but combos open them up to a string of barrages. It gives her a good reach as a melee character and her laser-based Musou attack has to be seen to be believed.
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Her nimble build helps keep Oichi light on her toes but her attacks aren’t as strong to take down bigger enemies like bosses easily. Her speed should help players maneuver around the battlefield and away from enemies though.
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Hanzo Hattori
A Deadly Ninja
Hanzo Hattori is a master trained in the art of Ninjutsu. He wields two sickles attached to chains which he uses to whip around. As a ninja character, players can expect Hanzo to move like the wind. His best move is a late string combo that can create two extra shadows to follow him around like Cao Cao’s ghosting ability but better. Another good ninja character to check out is Kunoichi who has similar cloning techniques but Hanzo is more well-rounded as far as stats go.
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Huang Gai
I’m On A Boat
Huang Gai is both a hilarious character to witness and a Herculean fighter. His weapon is like no other in the game as he carries a canoe around on his shoulders. He can swing it at enemies or summon waves to dash around the battlefield. It’s one of the most over-the-top characters in the game and, amazingly, he’s ready at the start of Warriors: Abyss. He may be slow on foot, but his boat dashes help Huang move a bit faster.
- Franchise
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Dynasty Warriors
- Released
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February 12, 2025
- ESRB
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T For Teen: Violence, Blood, Mild Suggestive Themes, Alcohol Reference
- How Long To Beat
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4 hours
- Steam Deck Compatibility
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Verified
- X|S Optimized
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Yes
- File Size Xbox Series
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3.49 GB
- Number of Players
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Single-player
- PC Release Date
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February 12, 2025
- PS5 Release Date
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February 12, 2025
- Xbox Series X|S Release Date
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February 12, 2025
- Nintendo Switch Release Date
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February 12, 2025