- Onimusha Dawn of Dreams secrets include joke weapons, special costumes, arena mode, and difficulty unlocks.
- Special menu codes unlock character outfits and unusual weapons through controller inputs.
- Test of Valor rewards include secret costume sets tied to completion and Gold Rankings.
- Difficulty progression moves from Normal to Hard, Oni, and Ultra Oni.
- Regional warning: PAL Street Fighter costume codes differ from the standard code list.
Onimusha Dawn of Dreams secrets at a glance
The most useful Onimusha Dawn of Dreams secrets are concentrated in the Special menu and in post-game challenge progression. Some rewards use button sequences, while others require completing the campaign or clearing every Test of Valor stage.
Use the tables below to separate direct input codes from achievement-based unlocks. This prevents entering a PAL-region costume sequence on a different version or mistaking a progression reward for a menu code.
Special Menu Codes
Use controller sequences to unlock joke weapons, alternate costumes, and arena mode.
Challenge Rewards
Clear the Test of Valor stages to earn secret costume sets and improve your rankings.
Post-Game Modes
Complete higher difficulty tiers in order to open Hard, Oni, and Ultra Oni modes.
| Secret Type | Unlock Method | Important Note |
|---|---|---|
| Joke weapons | Enter a character-specific code | Includes novelty weapons for five characters |
| Standard costumes | Enter a character-specific code | Listed separately from PAL codes |
| PAL costumes | Enter the PAL-specific sequence | Use only with the PAL version |
| Arena mode | Enter the menu sequence | Start from Special and highlight Exit |
| Secret costume sets | Complete Test of Valor objectives | Gold Rankings are required for the second set |
Check your game region before entering costume codes, then use the Special menu for direct unlocks before attempting challenge-based rewards.
The referenced Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams cheats and secrets listing separates standard costume inputs, PAL costume inputs, joke weapons, arena mode, and progression unlocks. Keep that distinction in mind throughout this guide.
Joke weapon codes for every main character
Joke weapons are novelty unlocks assigned to individual characters. The available list covers Jubei, Ohatsu, Roberto, Soki, and Tenkai, with each code producing a recognizable nonstandard weapon.
Enter each sequence exactly as written. The code list uses PlayStation 2 controller notation, including L3 and R3, which refer to pressing the left or right analog stick. Because the sequences are character-specific, select the intended character before testing the resulting item.
| Character | Joke Weapon | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Jubei | Racket | L1, R1, Right, L2, Triangle, Right, L1, Right, L3, R1 |
| Ohatsu | Piggy Bank | Right, Triangle, Left, L3, L1, Triangle, Square, R2, Square, R2 |
| Roberto | Boxing Gloves | Triangle, R3, Triangle, Right, R1, L3, Triangle, L1, Right, L3 |
| Soki | Steel Pipe | L2, Square, Triangle, R1, R1, R3, Left, Square, L1, Triangle |
| Tenkai | Microphone Stand | R2, R3, Square, Left, Left, Right, L2, Left, R2, Left |
Do not substitute directional inputs or analog-stick presses. L3 and R3 mean pressing the corresponding stick, not moving it left or right.
How to use the joke weapon list
- Confirm the character connected to the code.
- Read the sequence from left to right before entering it.
- Treat the weapon names as the intended unlock result, not as standard equipment recommendations.
- If a sequence fails, verify the controller notation and the game region before trying again.
These items are best approached as bonus secrets rather than core progression tools. They add variety to repeat sessions, but the important task is entering the correct sequence for the correct character.
Standard and PAL costume unlock codes
The costume secrets are divided into two groups: a standard set and a separate PAL version set. Both lists provide Street Fighter-themed outfits, but the button sequences are not interchangeable.
The standard list gives Jubei Cammy’s costume, Ohatsu Chun-Li’s costume, Roberto Guile’s costume, Soki Ryu’s costume, and Tenkai Ken’s costume. The PAL list unlocks the same character associations with different inputs.
| Character | Standard Costume | Standard Code |
|---|---|---|
| Jubei | Cammy outfit | L2, L2, Right, Right, L3, Triangle, Left, L1, L2, Square |
| Ohatsu | Chun-Li outfit | R3, Right, L2, Left, Left, R3, L1, R1, Right, R3 |
| Roberto | Guile outfit | R2, L2, Left, L1, Left, Right, R3, Square, Square, Triangle |
| Soki | Ryu outfit | Left, Triangle, R2, R3, Square, R1, R1, Right, Left, L2 |
| Tenkai | Ken outfit | L3, L3, R3, R3, R3, Left, R2, L1, Square, Right |
| Character | PAL Costume | PAL Code |
|---|---|---|
| Jubei | Cammy outfit | Square, L1, R1, R3, Left, Triangle, R1, Square, Triangle, L2 |
| Ohatsu | Chun-Li outfit | L2, L2, L3, Triangle, Left, Right, Right, L1, L2, Square |
| Roberto | Guile outfit | Left, R3, Right, Left, R3, L1, L2, R1, Right, R3 |
| Soki | Ryu outfit | R1, Square, R1, Left, Triangle, R2, R3, Right, Left, L2 |
| Tenkai | Ken outfit | L2, R2, Left, Right, R3, Left, L1, Square, Square, Triangle |
The PAL costume inputs are explicitly identified as PAL-only. Use the standard list unless your copy is the PAL version.
Recommended costume-code workflow
Identify Your Version
Check the regional release of your copy before choosing a costume table. Region is especially important for the PAL list.
Open the Special Menu
Navigate to the game's Special menu, where the costume-related inputs are entered.
Choose One Character
Select the character and costume pairing you want to unlock, then keep the corresponding sequence visible.
Enter the Full Sequence
Press every input in order, including analog-stick presses and directional commands. Avoid skipping or replacing an input.
Verify the Unlock
Check the relevant Special or costume selection area before entering another sequence.
Arena mode and challenge-based secrets
Arena mode uses a direct menu input, while the most valuable secret costume rewards are tied to the Test of Valor. These are separate paths: one depends on entering a code, and the other depends on completing challenge content.
For arena mode, open the menu, select Special, leave the cursor on the word Exit, and enter the following sequence:
| Unlockable | Menu Position | Input |
|---|---|---|
| Arena mode | Special menu, cursor on Exit | Square, L1, R2, Square, Left, L1, L2, L3, Right, Triangle |
The Japanese-version costume rewards use completion conditions rather than controller codes. The first set requires clearing all Test of Valor stages. The second set requires Gold Ranking on every Test of Valor stage. A third clothing set is tied to completing the game with all 10 Oni Charms.
| Reward | Requirement | Progress Priority |
|---|---|---|
| First secret costume set | Finish all Test of Valor stages | High |
| Second secret costume set | Finish all Test of Valor stages with Gold Ranking everywhere | Very high |
| Third clothing set | Beat the game with all 10 Oni Charms | High |
Clear every Test of Valor stage first, then improve individual results toward Gold Ranking if you want the second secret costume set.
Test of Valor planning tips
- Track each stage separately instead of assuming a partial clear will count toward the full reward.
- Prioritize consistent completion before optimizing for Gold Ranking.
- Keep the Oni Charm requirement separate from the Test of Valor requirement.
- Review your unlock status after finishing the relevant objective.
The reward structure encourages layered completion. A first clear establishes progress, Gold Ranking adds a stricter performance target, and the Oni Charm condition provides a separate campaign-focused objective.
Difficulty modes and completion checklist
Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams uses a sequential difficulty unlock path. The available progression begins with Normal Mode, then advances through Hard Mode, Oni Mode, and Ultra Oni Mode.
| Mode | Unlock Requirement | Route |
|---|---|---|
| Normal Mode | Available starting difficulty | Begin here |
| Hard Mode | Complete Normal Mode | First post-clear unlock |
| Oni Mode | Complete Hard Mode | Second difficulty tier |
| Ultra Oni Mode | Complete Oni Mode | Final listed difficulty unlock |
Secret Unlock Checklist:
- Enter the correct joke weapon code for each of the five listed characters
- Verify the game region before using standard or PAL costume codes
- Unlock arena mode from Special with the cursor on Exit
- Complete every Test of Valor stage
- Clear the campaign through Normal, Hard, and Oni modes
Start with direct Special-menu unlocks, then clear Normal Mode and the Test of Valor challenges before pursuing higher difficulty tiers.
A practical completion route is:
- Test the direct codes for joke weapons and costumes.
- Unlock arena mode from the Special menu.
- Complete Normal Mode to open Hard Mode.
- Clear the Test of Valor stages and pursue Gold Rankings.
- Continue through Hard Mode and Oni Mode to reach Ultra Oni Mode.
This order keeps immediate bonus content separate from long-term completion goals. It also gives you a clear record of which secrets come from codes and which require campaign or challenge progress.
FAQ: Onimusha Dawn of Dreams secrets
Q: Where do I enter Onimusha Dawn of Dreams secrets?
The direct button sequences listed here use the Special menu. Arena mode has an additional positioning requirement: select Special, leave the cursor on Exit, and then enter its code.
Q: Are the PAL costume codes the same as the standard costume codes?
No. The PAL costume list uses different button sequences even though the character and Street Fighter costume associations are the same. Confirm your regional version first.
Q: How do I unlock the secret costume sets?
The listed Japanese-version rewards are tied to Test of Valor completion. The first set requires clearing all stages, the second requires Gold Ranking on every stage, and the third requires completing the game with all 10 Oni Charms.
Q: How are Hard, Oni, and Ultra Oni modes unlocked?
Complete Normal Mode to unlock Hard Mode, complete Hard Mode to unlock Oni Mode, and complete Oni Mode to unlock Ultra Oni Mode.
If a costume input does not work, do not mix sequences from the standard and PAL tables. Recheck the version and the exact controller notation first.
For a concise reference, keep the GameFAQs/GameSpot Onimusha: Dawn of Dreams secrets page available while checking codes. The most important distinctions are the regional costume lists, the Special-menu location, and the difference between code-based and completion-based rewards.