Dynasty Warriors 9 Empires launches December 23 in Japan, publisher Koei Tecmo and developer Omega Force have announced at Tokyo Games Show 2021.

When Dynasty Warriors 9 Empires Launches December 23, it will be available across Windows PC (via Steam), Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5. A price point is set at 7,480 yen.

Here’s some new gameplay, from Tokyo Game Show 2021, both from the 35:00 to 48:00 mark:

English Gameplay

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9C8989aKfg8

Japanese Gameplay

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-gSD80Hjzco

Here’s a rundown on the various editions and first-run bonuses for the game:

Standard Version

Note: Xbox Series X | S, Xbox One and Steam versions are sold only as download versions.

20th Anniversary Version

• Game software
• 20th anniversary selection art book of all 94 characters
• 94 character cards set (with stand)
• Original soundtrack CD (2 discs)

Gamecity Version (Switch, PS4, PS5)

• Game software
• Male editor “Guo Jia Set”
• Officer gathering cloth poster
• Acrylic figures

Digital Deluxe Version (for all platforms)

• Game software
• Season Pass
  • Edit Pass Set (14 bonus items)
  • Bonus castles (quantity 5)
  • Season Pass Bonus: Additional special cavalry (quantity 4)
• Bonus Gems (x6)
• Bonus ancient officer editor characters (quantity 10)
• Bonus campaign scenario (quantity 3)

First-Run Bonuses

First-run copies include an edit parts set that allows you to select “Zhao Yun” armor in edit mode.

The game was previously delayed to an unannounced date – read more about that here in our previous report. The western versions have yet to be dated but will likely be close to today’s December release, in Japan.