Dynasty Warriors: Origins Switch 2 update adds Photo Mode, Lion Dragon Armor, and Gold Serpent Spear

by Mikhail Madnani on 23 April, 2026

Koei Tecmo has released a new Dynasty Warriors: Origins Nintendo Switch 2 update today with version 1.0.6 bringing in photo mode, a new weapon, and new armor.

This update brings in features and content added to PS5, Xbox, and PC last year in post-launch updates. You can find the patch notes below:

Dynasty Warriors: Origins version 1.0.6 update Switch 2 patch notes
Additional Features and Adjustments

Added photo mode.
To access photo mode, open the menu on the world map or during battle and press the − button.

Added the Lion Dragon Armor for the protagonist.
You can try on this armor by selecting Change Outfit at your current base.

Added the Gold Serpent Spear.
A letter will arrive at your current base after you have obtained a weapon in the lance category.

If you haven't gotten the game yet, Dynasty Warriors: Origins was our runner-up for Best Design and Immersion and also in our overall top 10 for 2025. You can read Josh's review of the base game here and the major DLC here. Read my Switch 2 review of Dynasty Warriors: Origins here.

Dynasty Warriors: Origins is now available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC (Steam).