Dynasty Warriors 8: Xtreme Legends Definitive Edition

Platform(s): Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, PlayStation Vita
Genre: RPG/Action
Publisher: Koei Tecmo
Developer: Koei Tecmo
Release Date: March 25, 2014 (US), April 4, 2014 (EU)

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'Dynasty Warriors 8: Xtreme Legends' (ALL) Unveils New Playable Characters - Screens

by Rainier on Feb. 27, 2014 @ 3:57 p.m. PST

Dynasty Warriors 8: Xtreme Legends is a stand-alone expansion that includes new episodes that add to the story of the three kingdoms the game revolves around, focusing on the exploits of the mightiest of warriors, Lu Bu.

Dynasty Warriors 8: Xtreme Legends (PS3) is a stand-alone expansion of the highly successful Dynasty Warriors 8, which was released in July 2013 to critical acclaim. It will include new episodes that add to the story of the three kingdoms the game revolves around, focusing on the exploits of the mightiest of warriors, Lu Bu. Additionally, DW8XL will see the introduction of five new characters, giving players the option to choose between 82 warriors in total. DW8XL will also feature multiple hypothetical scenarios that alter the plotlines of various episodes throughout the ‘Romance of the Three Kingdoms’ story, an expanded Ambition Mode and the popular Challenge Mode. The Free Mode has also been significantly enhanced, featuring among other things, the Xtreme Legends ‘Ultimate’ difficulty level.

Dynasty Warriors 8: Xtreme Legends Complete Edition (PS4, Vita) is a treat for Dynasty Warriors fans that have migrated to the new generation of consoles. The Complete Edition includes all of the content from both Dynasty Warriors 8 and Dynasty Warriors 8: Xtreme Legends, thus giving new fans the opportunity to play through both titles.

As an added bonus, PS3 system Dynasty Warriors 8 save data is transferable across all platforms.


New Warriors

Chen Gong- An ambitious and humorous strategist for Lu Bu, he is willing to make any sacrifice to see himself rise to the top. He once served under Cao Cao, but switched sides when he realized his ambitions would not be satisfied.

Fa Zheng- A strategist without morals and a key figure in Liu Bei's efforts to take over the land of Shu. He is a brilliant tactician who has pacified Yi Province with his strategies, and participated in the invasion of Hanzhong. He strongly believes in repaying his debts, whether it be for good or ill.

Lu Lingqi- A brave warrior princess, and daughter of Lu Bu, who possesses great fighting ability much like her father, she uses her courage to stand in the front lines of any battle.

Yu Jin- An invincible general promoted by Wei leader Cao Cao. He places a strong emphasis on military discipline, and his unyielding personality causes him to be feared by friend and foe alike.

Zhu Ran- A fledgling warrior who has since been promoted within the Wu ranks. Although young, he distinguished himself in the suppression of a group of mountain bandits and during the Battle of Ruxukou.


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