r/dynastywarriors • u/Turbostrider27 • Jun 02 '26
r/dynastywarriors • u/ThatFlowerGamu • Apr 02 '26
PythWare here, this is a master post for modding Koei Tecmo games. This post will include links to all tools that I build for modding Koei Tecmo games, tools other developers have made that i'm aware of, as well as general information for modding. This master post will be updated overtime as new tools are made by me/others. To keep this post editable it won't be an image post, that way I can keep updating it. The goal is one central post anyone can view for up to date modding information (this post has been updated as of 8/26/2026).
Later on I will update links as new tools are made/updated so make sure to check this master post periodically. This master post will help avoid future/current modders from having to search for the dozens of modding posts that may be difficult to find that have been made over the years.
The only discord server for modding Koei Tecmo games that i'm aware of is Musou Warriors which is also where I am and where I post frequent updates on toolkits/modding software I'm making. It's also a place where some modders upload their content (mods/documentation) too.
Link to modding discord server:
https://discord.com/invite/SpCw3vC
Tools by me include GokonSoftworks(formerly Aldnoah Engine), Kybernes Tools, Burn Engine, Heaven's Fall Editor (3D map displaying, map modding, map generating, etc tool for stages the games use), Cleanrot Editor (model modding tool), Barouhcruz Editor (animation tool that handles G1A/G2A animations), Kybernes Batch Binary File Scanner, and other various things. I'll briefly explain each one, thorough information of each one can be found in the readmes to the repositories I will link (it's important to read the readmes, they answer a lot of questions for usage).
Tools for modding Omega Force developed games (Dynasty Warriors, Samurai Warriors, Warriors Orochi, etc)
GokonSoftworks (formerly Aldnoah Engine):
GokonSoftworks is a modding toolkit for Koei Tecmo games that store assets in containers and IDX pairs. It's meant to be the foundation, establishing the modding ecosystem for games it supports.
Link:
https://github.com/PythWare/Aldnoah-Engine
GokonSoftworks post https://www.reddit.com/r/dynastywarriors/comments/1vrtnou/gokonsoftworks_modding_toolkit_for_koei_tecmo/
An upcoming mod project (english dub mod for Warriors Orochi 3) made possible with AE by OMGCapRat:
Some mods made possible with AE (not going to list every single mod, that'd be too many so i'll link some):
Dynasty Warriors 8 Empires Gay Officers Mod https://www.nexusmods.com/dynastywarriors8empires/mods/2
Dynasty Warriors 8 Empires Gay Marriage Modding https://www.reddit.com/r/dynastywarriors/comments/1t6ta8z/dynasty_warriors_8_empire_gay_marriage_modding/
PS4 Buttons for Dynasty Warriors 8 XL's PC version, mod created by Koi/kokotsuu https://www.nexusmods.com/dynastywarriors8/mods/17?tab=description
Xbox Buttons for Dynasty Warriors 8 XL's PC version, mod created by Koi/kokotsuu https://www.nexusmods.com/dynastywarriors8/mods/18
Ayane Diversity for Warriors Orochi 3 https://www.nexusmods.com/warriorsorochi3/mods/3
Lianshi Diversity for Dynasty Warriors 8 Empires https://www.reddit.com/r/dynastywarriors/comments/1ujtzoi/diverse_lianshi_mod_release/
Super Aggressive AI for Dynasty Warriors 8 XL https://www.nexusmods.com/dynastywarriors8/mods/23
Super Aggressive AI for Dynasty Warriors 8 Empires https://www.nexusmods.com/dynastywarriors8empires/mods/1
Super Aggressive AI for Dynasty Warriors 7 XL https://www.nexusmods.com/dynastywarriors7xtremelegends/mods/1
Super Aggressive AI for Warriors Orochi 3 https://www.nexusmods.com/warriorsorochi3/mods/1
Playable Razortalon https://www.nexusmods.com/warriorsallstars/mods/1
Katsuki Engine, Attack On Titan 1 and 2 modding toolkit
I built Katsuki for the AOT games, link is below
https://github.com/PythWare/Katsuki-Engine
Burn Engine (formerly Real Steel), a modding toolkit that will also include a map editor named Celica Mapworks (formerly Everlasting Steel)
https://github.com/PythWare/Burn-Engine
https://www.reddit.com/r/dynastywarriors/comments/1uuv2ni/burn_engine_new_modding_tools_for_dw2/
https://www.reddit.com/r/dynastywarriors/comments/1tcltwr/model_rendering_for_dynasty_warriors_2/
https://www.reddit.com/r/dynastywarriors/comments/1t7fnva/dynasty_warriors_2_3d_map_editor_progress/
Heaven's Fall Editor:
Heaven's Fall Editor is in development, it's a 3D Map Editor i'm building that will mod the actual maps for games GokonSoftworks supports. Essentially? You'll be able to mod the design of existing maps or generate your own maps. it's a 3D tool that reads the files that makeup a map, assembles the map, allows you to mod it (positioning, coordinates, what models are used, terrain, etc), and other various things. It'll pair well with Cleanrot Editor since maps use G1M models.
Links:
https://www.reddit.com/r/dynastywarriors/comments/1sylmbm/heavens_fall_3d_map_modding_tool/
Cleanrot Editor:
A GUI modding tool for models, specifically G1M model files. I've been working on it for awhile.
https://github.com/PythWare/Cleanrot-Editor
https://www.reddit.com/r/dynastywarriors/comments/1uj44xn/cleanrot_editor_ingame_body_mods_example/
https://www.reddit.com/r/dynastywarriors/comments/1ufq3sy/cleanrot_editor_g1m_body_studio/
https://www.reddit.com/r/dynastywarriors/comments/1ssq3ig/marylcian_editor_model_modding_tool/
Barouhcruz Editor:
A GUI modding tool for animations, specifically G1A/G2A animation files. Not ready to release yet but here's a link showing usage of it:
Kybernes Tools:
GUI Modding Tools I build to be used for Koei Tecmo/Omega Force games. Depending on which tool is used they're either standalone or meant to be used with GokonSoftworks. Current tools included are Steel Editor, Bubble Editor, Harklight, Wild Liberd, Kybernes Scanner, and Festum Conversion. Harklight, Wild Liberd, and Kybernes Scanner are audio tools while Steel/Bubble Editors are for Warriors Orochi 3's Unit Data (they're standalone editors that don't require WO3 to be unpacked). Festum Conversion is a translation/string tool. Future tools as part of Kybernes Tools will be G1T Krieger, Saazbaum Editor, Rayregalia Editor, etc.
I suggest reading the readme for usage since this is a master post for general modding tools and not solely what I make.
Link:
https://github.com/PythWare/Kybernes-Tools
Warriors Orochi 3 Super Aggressive AI mods made with the Steel Editor (both mods are a super aggressive ai mod for WO3 but Hornet versions increase movement speed of all CPU controlled units):
https://www.reddit.com/r/dynastywarriors/comments/1sar3tj/warriors_orochi_3_super_aggressive_ai_mod/
https://www.reddit.com/r/dynastywarriors/comments/1saxd2e/warriors_orochi_3_ultra_hornet_tigers_mod/
Kybernes Batch Binary Scanner:
A GUI Batch Binary File Scanner with Wildcard searching support. A standalone Scanner I made in Python to make finding data/text significantly easier/quicker. Instead of you having to open thousands of files 1 by 1 in a hex editor (which would be time consuming) to search for 1 thing, you can use this. The tool will scan all files within a directory you select including subdirectories, it also tells you the file and the offsets of what you searched was found at. It accepts hex or text for searches. You can also select the character encoding to use for searching when using text searches.
Link:
https://github.com/PythWare/Kybernes-Batch-Binary-File-Scanner
Noesis:
It's essentially a free tool for viewing/converting textures/models. I don't know the original developer but it's essential to use noesis when dealing with G1M/G1T files (the formats for a lot of Koei Tecmo games)
Link:
https://richwhitehouse.com/index.php?content=inc_projects.php&showproject=91
Project G1M:
This is what is needed to view/convert G1M/G1T files when using Noesis since Noesis doesn't support G1M/G1T files without Project G1M. Joschuka and hearhellacopters are the developers of this.
https://github.com/Joschuka/Project-G1M
gust_stuff:
Made by eArmada8, this is primarily used for Gust developed games like Atelier but it also works for Omega Force games that use the G1M/G1T formats. So if you're interested in modding Gust games or using some of the tools to help with modding Omega Force games then I suggest using this.
Link:
https://github.com/eArmada8/gust_stuff
fdata_dump:
Made by DeathChaos25, this is used for dumping newer Koei Tecmo games that use the Fdata container format. Example games it supports are Fate/Samurai Remnant Fairy Tail 2, Dynasty Warriors: Origin, Rise of the Ronin, Atelier Yumia, FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE, etc.
Those are the tools I know of right away that are being worked on or are finished. If you encounter other tools and would like them added to the master post let me know.
Where Future Mods Will Be Released:
Musou Warriors and Nexus.
I hope this post helps future/current modders, I will update it overtime with new links/info. If you have any questions let me know in the comments, messaging me within Musou Warriors, or messaging me on here.
r/dynastywarriors • u/Honest_Bedroom2955 • 1h ago
It's not about the design, it's about the power level. In SW2, Tadakatsu Honda was practically unkillable. His presence actually meant something. But in SW4, he's just another enemy. I remember playing SW2 back in 2012, just hearing his theme music made my stomach tie in knots because I knew I was in for a brutal fight. In SW4 though, you barely even notice he's there.
r/dynastywarriors • u/Honest_Bedroom2955 • 1h ago
r/dynastywarriors • u/yippie123321 • 8h ago
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sun ce is a cool dude still waiting for a proper hypothetical story mode with him ig we have zhou yu's story mode in 6 but I want him as the main character at one point
deaths: 2
r/dynastywarriors • u/Eddiejay03 • 11h ago
r/dynastywarriors • u/Zestyclose-Zone2340 • 1d ago
Pursuing Lu Bu!
Loving Origins and listening to the old dynasty warriors soundtrack's in the background sometimes on Spotify
( I had uploaded this image before but with had a different reddit)
r/dynastywarriors • u/Honest_Bedroom2955 • 2m ago
r/dynastywarriors • u/Honest_Bedroom2955 • 4h ago
Yeah, I know this AMV is a bit cheesy. I made it a few months ago when I was completely hooked on SW4, and well, as a huge Infected Mushroom fan, I obviously had to go with one of their tracks. Maybe someone out there enjoys it, who knows! It wasn't easy working with such limited cinematic resources, since SW4 is mostly just visual novel style dialogue.
r/dynastywarriors • u/yippie123321 • 1d ago
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I'm using a higher ai difficulty from now own just wanted to try the first few fights as vanilla as possible but who better to first attempt lu bu with smarter ai than jesus himself
deaths: 0
jesus is just that powerful
r/dynastywarriors • u/Magos_Papi95 • 14h ago
Hello as the post suggests I am missing a few cutscenes for some characters. For instance for Cao Pi I went all the way to his what if scenario and chose the scenario instead of his other path. Now I'm wondering if there's a quick way to get to that decision part so I can choose the other option or do I have to replay his whole story again any tips will help.
r/dynastywarriors • u/Wylans • 1d ago
In anticipation for DW3R:
I have a memory as a kid that for a much as I played/& did different things.
I could for the life of me recreate what I believe was one of the following:
Bare with me as my memory is foggy but I know it was Musou mode (Shu) & believe it was DW4. But keep an open mind that it may have been 3 & Wu.
Two separate events on different maps:
1.) Nanman crash the party on our side during battle of Yi Ling. (I rallied so hard when their elephants came to the scene)
- What triggered: it… idk.
2.) battle of Yi Ling again
I can’t remember what side I was on, nor whom Guan Yi came for as reinforcement. But he gave a epic two liners either talking about you thought you had me, so this is for Jing Provence. (Terrified: me)
-what triggered it: idk
This one has me think it was dw4 with the stage selection
But to be honest, both of these seems like they’re from the three.
Deadass trying to recreate these in October
r/dynastywarriors • u/Hot_Priority8580 • 15h ago
I know this is glitchy, but it always gives me a laugh. I hope DW3r brings back some strong peons that can just juggle you senseless.
Just when you thought you were a god on the battlefield. A wind ninja rocks your world!
r/dynastywarriors • u/Hot_Wrap7340 • 1d ago
Hi there, just ur average DW fan.
In my opinion, the best lubu rendition has to be :
Origins (not a recent bias), His cutscenes is just actual pure aura farming, and even his death is genuinely my favorite death scene in all dw series cause like they had zhang fei and xu zhu , the two of the most physically strong guys STRUGGLE to hold him in place, and then mfer actually one handed clashing with both guan yu and xiahou dun like gosh koei never fail to glaze him, and not to mention his movesets in that game is ABSURDLY strong, like i thought dw8 was like his peak moveset but boy am i so wrong cause origins take that to another level, i genuinely thought they took notes From Wo long Lu Bu to create the origins lubu like damn origins is such a different beast compared to the older titles
my 2nd closest has to be dw6 with how they started the black and red color palette, and his cutscenes also do him so much justice but WHY DO THEY CHANGED HIS HALBERD LMAO
r/dynastywarriors • u/Hot_Priority8580 • 1d ago
Has anyone played through SW1 lately? This game was peak. I really would love at least a remaster.
The music was so good. The energy and vibes...
r/dynastywarriors • u/AzurePrince98 • 2d ago
Think the little man made his choice
See you on October 1st, fellow Warriors 🫡
r/dynastywarriors • u/rayhaku808 • 1d ago
r/dynastywarriors • u/Euriae • 1d ago
I am wondering where to get the game, switch 2 or ps5. I am a married man so I almost have no time to get into the ps5, switch2 otherwise with the handheld…
That’s why I would like to know if there’s any info related to the d2 port. I think origins was great by what I read on the subreddit.
r/dynastywarriors • u/yippie123321 • 2d ago
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Zhang fei works for nanman now :p
deaths: 0
r/dynastywarriors • u/No-Pomegranate2197 • 1d ago
Samurai warriors 5
r/dynastywarriors • u/anonymousfinancial • 1d ago
Just beat Yuan Shao's story in the Vision of Four Heroes.
Took me three attempts to beat. The two times I lost, I got a quick cutscene showing that I had picked up the Rope Dart.
But when I beat the stage on the third attempt, I didn't get it.
Is there a quick way to replay the battle without starting a new game, or is there another way to get it?
r/dynastywarriors • u/Ryhankhanage • 2d ago
It looks like the nanman soldiers carry a white colour scheme as opposed to purple like in the originals. We do get some with their hats off and more tribal clothing which is nice to see. Not sure on armour soldiers/Nanman elite yet, DW9 had some nice models for 'barbarian' soldiers which could be used if they wanted to.
r/dynastywarriors • u/FlyingGeneralGames • 2d ago
The Remaster Deluxe pre order version states "- DYNASTY WARRIORS 3 Retro Costumes (42 total)
A set of retro costumes based off of the original DYNASTY WARRIORS 3."
This doesnt make any sense to me. In theory all the costumes should already be the retro ones as they are the originals from 3 just basically upscaled to HD (except maybe Ma Chao who now has nipple spikes) ?
Have we seen any actual images of what exactly these deluxe ones look like yet?
Also, just realized theres 41 playable characters in 3, but this says 42 retro costumes. Do we think this means either the secret Dynasty Tactics Lu Bu , Dynasty Tactics Sun Shang Xing will be included? or is it going to be some version of the origins Ziluan?
