Dynasty Warriors Online Enters Open Beta

North American and European are now invited into the open beta of Dynasty Warriors Online, with Aeria Games handing out over $4,000 in prizes starting today.

“Dynasty Warriors Online starting open beta means one thing – the battlefields of ancient China shall be soaked in blood,” said Brian DeSanti, associate producer for Aeria Games. “Players’ reactions were off the charts during the closed beta and they’re going to need more training time to get ready for what’s coming in the open beta period.”

Additions to the game over the closed beta include:

– Three entirely new weapons (Iron Sword, Tyrant Sword, Nine Tails), and two new ranks for every existing weapon
– Four new player ranks, new player guilds
– Two new mission maps, co-op quests
– Twice as much gear as before
– Original Japanese voices, by popular demand

Dynasty Warriors Online is an action-oriented tactical combat game, focusing on frenetic fighting and deadly showdowns against giant hordes on sprawling battlefields. Player-created characters interact with historical generals and warriors from China’s famous “Three Kingdoms” period. Choosing from a wide variety of weapons, players defend their allegiances to warring factions and battle online to determine who will conquer Ancient China.

To get your Wei, Shu, or Wu on, head over to Aeria’s official site and sign up for free.