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Warframe of Mind: The big guide to picking a frame – Mesa, Chroma, Equinox
This guide for Warframe focuses on selecting the right Warframe, specifically detailing Mesa, Chroma, and Equinox. It discusses their strengths, weaknesses, and abilities, offering insights into their effectiveness in gameplay and potential build strategies.
Warframe kicks off Amir’s Shockwave on August 12
Warframe is launching its Amir's Shockwave in-game event on August 12th. Players can participate in challenges presented by Amir of the Hex to earn time-limited rewards, including a new syandana and Atomicycle regalia. A new six-day KIM adventure and associated cosmetic items will also be permanently added.
How to get Live Heartcells in Warframe
This guide explains how to obtain Live Heartcells in Warframe, a resource primarily found in Hollvania and required for content related to Warframe: 1999. Players can farm these cells by defeating Technocyte Coda, earning them as rewards after specific missions, or by using a Quick Correct mod on their Parazon for a chance at a drop during mercy killings.
As Destiny 2 is laid to rest, Warframe is experiencing 'massive growth,' studio boss says
Digital Extremes president Sheldon Carter stated that Warframe has experienced 'massive growth' over the past few years, contrasting with the decline of its rival Destiny 2. While acknowledging the connections between the studios, Carter expressed that Warframe is now thriving, allowing for continued development of their second project, Soulframe. He also highlighted Warframe's accessibility across various platforms, from PlayStation 5 to older Android phones.
Steam Week in Review: A torrent of janky retail sims continues to flood Steam, and there's no end in sight
The Steam platform continues to see a high volume of retail simulator releases, with 14 new titles launched last week. Despite their often rudimentary appearance and similar gameplay loops, games like Boba Cafe Simulator and Mall Together have found significant audiences. Publisher PlayWay is noted for its prolific output and a strategy of announcing numerous games, potentially only developing those that gain sufficient wishlists.
The MOP Up: Warframe recaps the reveals of TennoCon 2026
Digital Extremes has released a recap of TennoCon 2026, detailing new reveals such as the Origin System and gameplay in the Tau system. The article also rounds up other recent MMO news, including updates for Pax Dei, The Planet Crafter's console launch, Fortnite's new skin, and content additions for Myth of Empires, Mu Online, EVE Frontier, MechWarrior Online Legends, The Finals, Crimson Desert, Orna, DayZ, and Scars of Honor.
"The desire for a world you can escape to is stronger than ever": How MMORPGs are flourishing in a multiplayer…
Despite the volatility of the live service game market, MMORPGs continue to flourish by evolving and serving dedicated fanbases. Developers of long-running titles like Final Fantasy 14, The Elder Scrolls Online, and Warframe emphasize community engagement, transparency, and adapting to changing player lifestyles to ensure longevity. These games offer players a persistent world to inhabit and evolve with, a concept that remains highly attractive in the current gaming landscape.
Soulframe is finally looking like the fantasy RPG I know it can be
Digital Extremes' upcoming fantasy RPG, Soulframe, is showing significant improvements since its early pre-alpha state. The combat has become faster and more dynamic, with distinct identities for its Pacts, and the narrative presentation is more cohesive and engaging. The game now feels like a living world, with a unique storybook-esque style that draws lessons from Warframe's success.
PlayStation Network down, as tens of thousands of players queue to play Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls newly-launched beta
Tens of thousands of players are experiencing issues connecting to the PlayStation Network, coinciding with the open beta launch of Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls. Outage reports spiked this morning, impacting users across multiple regions. While there is no official statement from Sony, community reports and Down Detector data confirm widespread connectivity problems.
Vague Patch Notes: MMORPG guides are your friends
This opinion piece argues that using game guides, particularly for MMORPGs like Warframe and Final Fantasy XIV, is a valuable part of the gaming experience. The author contends that guides help players understand game mechanics and make informed decisions, rather than simply removing the challenge. Eliot Lefebvre suggests that guides are essential tools for navigating complex games and understanding meta-game strategies.
After years of failed MMO efforts, I have finally found my place in the genre with Warframe as a newcomer in 2026
A newcomer to the MMO genre finds a satisfying experience in Digital Extremes' Warframe, despite initial reservations about the genre's endless nature. The author contrasts Warframe's power fantasy and engaging combat with other MMOs like World of Warcraft and Final Fantasy 14, and expresses excitement for the developer's upcoming title, Soulframe.
30 minuter från Soulframe – fantasy-spelet från Warframe-skaparna
Digital Extremes, the creators of Warframe, have released a new video showcasing the current state of their upcoming free-to-play multiplayer game, Soulframe. The footage is from a demo of the upcoming 'Warsongs' update, which will add a significant part of the game's main story to the alpha version this fall. The game is currently in alpha with invited players testing a 'Prelude' version.
What developers can learn from this generation of game criticism
This article analyzes the impact of video essays and online game criticism on game developers, contrasting it with traditional reviews and playtesting. While direct, actionable advice is rare, developers find inspiration and insight from creators like Mark Brown, Noah Caldwell-Gervais, and Jacob Geller, influencing their design philosophies and understanding of player experience.
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.
MMO Week in Review: Lament for Elder Scrolls Online
Microsoft's decision to lay off a significant portion of The Elder Scrolls Online team has led to further management turnover and a restructuring of the studio. This week's MMO news also covers the early access launch of SpiritVale, the cancellation of Final Fantasy XIV Mobile, and discussions on lessons for Guild Wars 3.
The MOP Up: Crimson Desert adds a cross-save feature across all its platforms
Crimson Desert has implemented a cross-save feature across PlayStation, Xbox, Steam, and Epic Games Store, allowing players to use a single save file across different platforms. The article also rounds up other smaller MMO news, including updates for RIFT, Star Trek Online, EverQuest II, and Mimesis surpassing two million copies sold.
WRUP: Sonic the Hedgehog As Played In Kyle’s Basement edition
This week's 'What Are You Playing' roundup features staff and community members discussing their weekend gaming plans. Titles mentioned include Sonic the Hedgehog, Palworld, Final Fantasy XIV, Warframe, and Dragon Age: The Veilguard, among others. The discussion also touches on game updates and personal preferences for dried fruits.
Perfect Ten: Ranking Warframe vocal themes
This article ranks the top ten vocal themes from the game Warframe, focusing on songs with lyrics in an intelligible human language. The author acknowledges that many other great vocal tracks were left off the list due to the abundance of high-quality music in the game.
Grieving Destiny 2 players on Steam boosted the game from 32nd place all the way up to 5th for US active users last…
Destiny 2 experienced a significant surge in player engagement on Steam, climbing from 32nd to 5th place in monthly active US users according to data from Mat Piscatella. This boost occurred following Bungie's final update for the game, despite recent layoffs impacting the Destiny 2 team as Bungie shifts focus to Marathon.
