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Morning Interviews
This interview discusses Warframe and the broader landscape of live service games in 2026. Developers from Digital Extremes share insights into the ongoing evolution and challenges of maintaining a live service model.
How to get the Shocking Claws Mod in Warframe
This guide explains how to obtain the Shocking Claws mod in Warframe. The mod can be purchased from The Business on Fortuna using specific tags earned from conservation activities. Fully ranked, Shocking Claws provides a significant boost to electrical damage and status chance for companion attacks.
After Destiny 2's death, Warframe head's advice for anyone in live services is to "make a good game…
Warframe's creative director Rebecca Ford advises live-service game developers to focus on creating a good game, citing the recent closure of Destiny 2 as a cautionary tale. She emphasizes that despite developer efforts, business decisions can ultimately dictate a game's fate, a reality she faces daily. Ford highlights Digital Extremes' long-standing success with Warframe, attributing it to a strong internal team and a well-balanced free-to-play model.
Vague Patch Notes: Long-term content vs. short-term content in MMORPGs
This analysis explores the distinction between short-term and long-term content in MMORPGs, using examples from Final Fantasy XIV, Star Wars: The Old Republic, and Warframe. It argues that both types of content are crucial for player engagement and game longevity, with short-term content providing immediate experiences and long-term content offering sustained engagement.
PC Gamer magazine's new issue is on sale now: Duke Nukem special anniversary celebration
PC Gamer magazine's latest issue celebrates the 30th anniversary of Duke Nukem 3D and the 15th anniversary of Duke Nukem Forever with a special feature including interviews with key developers. The issue also includes a look at the best modern retro-style FPS games, previews of Soulframe and other titles, and reviews of Gothic Remake and more.
We're getting "a little bit more" of Warframe's Jade Shadows, as Digital Extremes knows Constellations "didn't give players as much as they wanted"
Digital Extremes acknowledges that the Warframe: Jade Shadows: Constellations update did not provide as much content as players desired. Community Director Megan Everett stated that more lore for Vena and Ryoku will be added later this year due to player feedback. The studio is committed to expanding the narrative of Warframe, which is known for its unique approach to storytelling in multiplayer games.
Evening Reading - July 13, 2026
This edition of Shacknews Evening Reading covers various gaming news items including QuakeCon 2026, Games Done Quick, and updates on games like Palworld and Soulframe. It also touches on the revival of the Turok franchise and mentions the cancellation of an SNK-sponsored stream due to ownership concerns.
The Stream Team: To talk of Tau and Warframe’s Tennocon 2026
Massively OP hosts MJ Guthrie and Eliot Lefebvre will discuss the details from Warframe's Tennocon 2026 event. The developers revealed significant expansions, including a new solar system and lore additions, indicating a major shift in the game's direction. The discussion will cover player anticipation and future content hopes.
Warframe: Tau Gameplay Reveal Headlines Record-Breaking TennoCon 2026 | Invision Game Community
Digital Extremes showcased the future of Warframe at TennoCon 2026, including the first gameplay reveal for the upcoming expansion Warframe: Tau, which will introduce a new Star Chart and narrative chapter. The event also featured new gameplay demos for Soulframe, a new Warframe named Brysko, and the announcement of a Warframe x Fortnite collaboration. Warframe: Tau is set to launch later this year across all platforms.
TennoCon 2026: Every Big Warframe And Soulframe Announcement
Digital Extremes revealed new details for Warframe and Soulframe at TennoCon 2026. Warframe's upcoming 'Tau' expansion will introduce the Tau System, new enemies, a new Warframe named Brysko, and a card minigame. Soulframe showcased its narrative questline, featuring actors Ben Starr and Jennifer English, and announced the addition of mounts and 'Vegan Fishing'.
Warframe creative director says Destiny 2's end is tragic, because even with hard work 'the business side of this industry always gets the last remark'
Warframe's creative director Rebecca Ford expressed that the recent layoffs at Bungie and cessation of updates for Destiny 2 are tragic, highlighting how the business side of the industry often dictates outcomes despite developers' hard work. She noted that such decisions are existentially threatening to developers, as seen with Microsoft's closure of Tango Gameworks and other industry-wide cuts.
MMO Week in Review: 213
Microsoft's significant layoffs have heavily impacted the Elder Scrolls Online live team, reducing its size to that of 2015-2018. This week also saw Warframe's TennoCon, Aion 2 previewing its monetization, Tencent acquiring the PlanetSide franchise, Star Trek Online launching Undiscovered, and Gamigo porting Fiesta Online to consoles.
Sunday Interviews
Developers at Digital Extremes, the studio behind Warframe, are taking a cautious approach following recent industry layoffs. The team is focused on ensuring the continued success and stability of the game and its community.
TennoCon 2026: Everything you need to know about Warframe’s reveals from TennoLive
Digital Extremes revealed major updates for Warframe at TennoCon, including the highly anticipated journey to Tau, a new noir-inspired region with a detective narrative and a new Warframe named Brysko. The fall update, Iceblade of Narin, will introduce a new ice-themed Warframe, a Banshee rework, and Citrine Prime. Additionally, a new Nightwave event, Amir's Shockwave, and a card minigame called Portau are coming soon.
TennoCon 2026 was a triumph for Digital Extremes. Here's what went down
TennoCon 2026 showcased significant updates for Digital Extremes' games, including the 'Tau' system for Warframe and the 'Warsongs' Fable for Soulframe. Warframe will receive the 'Iceblade of Narin' update and new Heirloom skins, while Soulframe's multiplayer and 'vegan fishing' are slated for Fall 2026. The event also featured a concert celebrating Warframe's history and offered a glimpse into the future of both titles.
Gambling, noir detectives, and urinating robots: Warframe's long-awaited Tau update is unlike anything I could…
Warframe's upcoming Tau update, revealed at TennoCon, will introduce a noir detective story set in the grim, addiction-racked undercity of Fornax. The update, slated for late 2026, features a new warframe named Brysko, voiced by Matt Mercer, and adds a new star chart for the Tau system with explorable planets and new gameplay mechanics including gambling minigames. A smaller update, 'Iceblade of Narin', is scheduled for Fall.
TennoCon 2027 will celebrate Warframe and Soulframe July 16 and 17 next year
Digital Extremes has announced that TennoCon 2027, celebrating both Warframe and Soulframe, will take place on July 16th and 17th, 2027, in London, Ontario, Canada. Tickets will go on sale next year, giving fans ample time to plan for the event, which will also be livestreamed globally.
Warframe's next step is its biggest ever, for the developers and players alike
Digital Extremes has revealed major new content for Warframe at TennoCon 2026, focusing on the long-awaited expansion to the Tau system. The update introduces new gameplay mechanics, characters like Brysko, and a narrative shift towards a detective-style story on an alien world, marking a significant evolution for the decade-old live-service game.
Digital Extremes announces new Soulframe content including mounts and, of course, Ben Starr
Digital Extremes announced new content for their action RPG Soulframe during TennoCon 2026. The upcoming Warsongs Fable update will introduce mounts for traversing the world of Alca, a new boss named Medicant Reinbreaker, and a new character, Tempest Bayor, voiced by Ben Starr. Players interested in accessing the early access Preludes can create an account by July 12.
Digital Extremes Reveals the Future of Warframe and Soulframe Alongside Millions of Players at Annual TennoCon Celebration
Digital Extremes celebrated TennoCon 2026 by revealing major updates for Warframe and Soulframe. Warframe: Tau, the next narrative chapter, will launch this year, introducing a new Star Chart in the Tau System. Soulframe also showcased new gameplay, including a corrupted player progression path, fishing, and mounts. The event also featured new Warframes, mini-games, and a collaboration with Fortnite.
