Dynasty Warriors

When Koei released Dynasty Warriors in February 1997, the studio surprised fans by stepping away from its deep strategy roots. Omega Force developed this PlayStation title as a direct combat experience rather than a grand tactical simulation. Players controlled historical figures from the Three Kingdoms period and fought against hordes of enemies in real time. This approach marked a sharp pivot for the developer, who previously focused on complex management games. Critics at the time recognized the shift immediately, praising the game for offering something entirely new compared to the company's usual output.[edit]