For some players, the open-world transition of "Dynasty Warriors 9" is unsettling and may even be frightening. This guide will help players navigate and succeed in the reboot of the "Dynasty Warriors" franchise.

This guide is a compilation of tricks and tips from VideoGamer.com and GameSkinny.

There are three statistics that matter in "Dynasty Warriors 9" — speed, attack and power. To get the most attack, players must maximize their speed and power. Players should opt to use hard difficulty for it will increase the number of captains and at the same time, decrease the defenses of their characters' enemies.

Players must make use of fast travel whenever they can to save time. The only restriction in doing so is when players are traveling in enemy-controlled areas. Players can also plot their destination beforehand and set their horses to cruise control to make long journeys more enjoyable. It is also important to note that towers are now of great importance for players in "Dynasty Warriors 9" as they allow players to see resource and treasure location.

Players must be very careful not to get enemies stuck in obstacles. Getting enemies and finishing them off will be more difficult when they are stuck. To avoid this issue, players must try to aim themselves so their R1 attacks and Musou don't get enemies in the obstacles.

Players will realize that after advancing in the story, they can get elixirs from any shopkeeper. Of course, there are some shops that sell special wares or where players can get items prematurely. Players should also make it a habit to check traders in every town they visit — they sometimes sell rare materials. Players should look out for yellow-grade materials that will save them time whenever they are crafting top-tier weapons. For those who are interested in creating weapons, players can buy weapon recipes from towns' coin collectors — each recipe entails learning three scrolls.

Players should choose gems on the basis of the special and Musou attack bonuses they have. It is recommended for players to have attack-boosting yellow-grade gems such as Vermillion Bird. Players who want to start a gem collection of their own can start using the purple-grade Scourge gems they can get from Delittantes, which require Hunting Points. Speaking of Hunting Points, players must be reminded that to get points, only animals killed with their bows and arrows count — killing bandits don't.

To end this guide, players must be reminded that wearing a gold crown is a must — it attracts items toward the players' character. It is also important to collect as many bases as players possibly can. Many bases equate to many allies in times of need. Another important reminder for players is that free mode will be unlocked after players beat one character's story.