Warframe
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PSA: Warframe will hand out free a Banshee frame from September 23 through October 7
Digital Extremes is offering players a free Banshee Warframe and a built Forma in Warframe by simply logging into the game between September 23rd and October 7th. This promotion coincides with a significant revamp of the sonic Warframe, enhancing her damage output, survivability, and overall usability.
The Daily Grind: What do you feel people don’t understand about your main MMORPG?
This article discusses common misunderstandings about the MMORPG Warframe, with the author humorously correcting a friend's perception. It highlights that the core gameplay loop and the nature of its 'running and shooting' are often misconstrued, suggesting the game appeals to 'sad people' rather than just 'horny people'. The piece also touches on the general difficulty of remembering details for multiple MMORPGs.
New Soulframe update brings the world to life with adorable wolf pups, fishing, and weather
The latest Soulframe update, Preludes 16: Of Hook and Hound, introduces several new features aimed at making the world feel more alive, including a dynamic weather system, fishing, and a trainable wolf pup companion. Digital Extremes CEO Steve Sinclair highlighted the success of the weather system, drawing comparisons to Red Dead Redemption 2, and emphasized the addition of more casual, MMO-light activities alongside core combat improvements. The update also brings new gear, weapon upgrade paths, and combat tweaks, with the game currently in an alpha test accessible via Founders packs.
WRUP: The many moods of Glorngus edition
This week's 'What Are You Playing' feature sees various gaming personalities discussing their weekend plans. Andrew Ross is playing Pokopia, Brianna Royce is returning to City of Heroes, Chris Neal is considering Lord of the Rings Online and Skate, Eliot Lefebvre is focused on Final Fantasy XIV and Warframe, and Tyler Edwards is diving into Warcraft III: The Frozen Throne.
Warframe of Mind: The big guide to picking a frame – Nezha, Inaros, Titania
This guide explores three Warframe characters: Nezha, Inaros, and Titania, discussing their strengths, weaknesses, and unique playstyles. Nezha is noted for his popularity and status effects, Inaros for his immortal mummy-like design, and Titania for her powerful flying form. The article also touches on the evolution of Warframe design philosophy.
Soulframe is already nailing down its storytelling formula with Preludes 16
Digital Extremes' upcoming fantasy game Soulframe is impressing with its narrative potential, as seen in its latest Preludes pre-alpha update. The update focuses on 'Warsongs,' major story drops that flesh out the main character, the Envoy, through gameplay sequences that shift between multiple perspectives, including playable sections as the Envoy's mother and even a beaver. While combat and progression systems are still in early development, the game's storytelling, visuals, and music have generated significant interest.
MMO Week in Review: Foreverrrrr
BlizzCon 2026 saw major announcements including a new open-world StarCraft shooter, Diablo V for 2029, and World of Warcraft Forever launching soon. The event also revealed World of Warcraft's next retail expansion, The Last Titan, and sparked controversy over World of Warcraft Forever's monetization. Other news included the sunsetting of Ship of Heroes, layoffs at Pantheon Rise of the Fallen, and business dealings involving ArcheAge.
WRUP: Stat blocks for the weird dudes at your local McDonald’s edition
The Massively OP staff and community share their gaming plans for the weekend, with discussions centering on MMORPGs like City of Heroes, Final Fantasy XIV, and World of Warcraft. Several staff members also reflect on the most impactful video games from their past, with Ultima Online, City of Heroes, and Dragon Quest being frequently cited.
Warframe of Mind: The big guide to picking a frame – Atlas, Wukong, Ivara
This guide explores three Warframe characters: Atlas, Wukong, and Ivara. Atlas is praised for his design but criticized for being boring and underpowered. Wukong is considered a well-rounded and sufficient frame, though not personally favored by the author. Ivara excels in spy missions but is otherwise considered weak, with her other abilities largely ignored.
Warframe kicks off Operation Plague Star while previewing the Banshee rework
Warframe has launched its Operation: Plague Star event, offering players free Forma as an incentive to participate in fighting Lephantis on the Plains of Eidolon. The event will run until September 23rd across all platforms. Additionally, details from a development stream about an upcoming Banshee rework have been released, highlighting improvements such as increased Impact procs and armor strip capabilities.
MMO Week in Review: Joy of movement
This week's MMO news roundup covers a preview of Guild Wars 3's combat and movement, with ArenaNet's Colin Johanson taking on the game's direction. Other news includes Xbox's cloud gaming plans, Aion 2 lacking an Oceania server, Elder Scrolls Online's roadmap, and rumors of a StarCraft successor from Nexon and Blizzard.
What is the Incarnon weapon rotation this week in Warframe?
This guide details the current Incarnon weapon rotation in Warframe for Week 2, featuring weapons like Boar Incarnon Genesis and Gammacor Incarnon Genesis. Incarnon weapons are powerful additions to endgame builds. The article also explains how to acquire Incarnon Genesis through the Steel Path Circuit in Duviri and visiting Calervo in the Zariman.
WRUP: Absolutely true facts about The Wolf edition
Several Massively OP staff members share their weekend gaming plans, including time in City of Heroes, Monster Hunter Wilds, Final Fantasy XIV, and World of Warcraft. The discussion also touches on personal anxieties related to job interviews and important decisions.
Warframe Epoch Operation Taubound event guide
This guide details the Epoch Operation Taubound event in Warframe, which runs from October 15 to November 17. Players can earn unique rewards by completing missions on Eris and trading Moonflesh with Praghasa. Access requires completion of the Vor's Prize quest, with Star Chart restrictions lifted for the event duration. This is a one-time event with no reruns.
A new Warframe teaser lets you grab a free Honoria, ahead of Narin and a Tau event
Digital Extremes announced the Epoch Operation: Taubound event for Warframe, running from October 15 to November 17, offering unique rewards and narrative updates as players gather supplies for the Tau System. The Iceblade of Narin update, releasing September 23, will introduce the new Warframe Narin and a Banshee rework, with players able to claim a free base Banshee frame if they log in between September 23 and October 7. A teaser website is also live, allowing players to earn an in-game item by completing specific challenges.
Warframe of Mind: Reacting to everything unveiled in the Iceblade of Narin preview
This preview discusses the upcoming Warframe update, Iceblade of Narin, focusing on the Banshee rework and the new character Narin. The author expresses mixed feelings about the Banshee rework, finding it conservative but effective, and views Narin as an interesting offensive support. The article also touches on the controversial decision to require pre-made groups for new six-person missions, citing potential issues with player matchmaking.
Warframe’s latest dev stream previews the Iceblade of Narin update’s new Frame, mission types, and mechanics
Warframe's upcoming Iceblade of Narin update, set to release on September 23rd, was previewed in a recent developer stream. The update introduces Narin, the game's 66th Warframe, a new six-player mission called Glacial Defiance, new Entropic Eximus enemies, and Riven feature enhancements. Additionally, players can expect the Citrine Prime, new skins for Banshee and Qorvex, a Banshee rework, and an in-game event.
What is the release date of Iceblade of Narin in Warframe?
The new ice-focused Warframe, Iceblade of Narin, will be released on September 23 as a free update for Warframe. This update also introduces a new six-player squad mode called Glacial Defense, Citrine Prime, and a Deluxe Banshee skin, alongside a rework for Banshee's abilities.
The Daily Grind: What’s the most overly and unnecessarily complicated MMO class?
This article discusses the issue of overly complicated MMO classes, using Warframe's Equinox frame and Guild Wars 2's specs as examples. The author expresses gratitude for varied difficulty levels but questions the point of specs that require excessive juggling for no greater payoff.
Vague Patch Notes: In which I do not memorialize Elyon
This opinion piece reflects on the nature of player connection to games, using Elyon and Astellia Online as examples of games that failed to maintain player interest or community. The author contrasts these with Final Fantasy XIV and Warframe, highlighting how emotional impact and shared experiences, even in flawed games, can be significant.
