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Warframe — Latest Updates & Patch Notes

Warframe is currently the #20 most-played game on Steam, with a 24-hour peak of 73K concurrent players — ▼ cooling off (was #17 last week).

Last official update Jul 16, 2026 (6 days ago) · 12 updates in the last 90 days · 12 tracked here.

Steam rank
#20
Peak (24h)
73K
Genre
Action, RPG, Free To Play
Developer
Digital Extremes
Released
Mar 25, 2013
Price
Free to Play
Metacritic
69
Steam reviews
3K

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Latest updates & patch notes

  1. News

    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"

    We'll be getting some more Jade Shadows: Constellations content later this year, as Warframe's Megan Everett reflects on the sequel. Read the full story on PCGamesN: We're getting "a little bit more" of Warframe's Jade Shadows, as Digital Extremes knows Constellations "didn't…

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  2. Release

    “View From The Top” Official Song Release

    TennoLive 2026 swept us away beyond the boundaries of the Origin System to far-flung Tau and the smoky gambling dens of Fornax. Doomy, gloomy, yet undeniably stylish, our Gameplay Demo's seductive allure was all the more potent thanks to the sultry sounds of a particular musical…

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  3. News

    TennoCon 2026 was a triumph for Digital Extremes. Here's what went down

    It's been a busy weekend for both Soulframe and Warframe, with huge new demos and reveals. Here's a rundown of everything that happened. Read the full story on PCGamesN: TennoCon 2026 was a triumph for Digital Extremes. Here's what went down

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  4. News

    TennoCon 2026

    That's a wrap on TennoCon 2026! Thank you to everyone for celebrating the future of Warframe with us, whether you joined in-person or watched this year's incredible reveals from home. We couldn't do it without you. If you missed them live (or simply want to re-watch), you can…

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  5. News

    Warframe: Tau Gameplay Demo

    This year's TennoLive mainstage presentation took us beyond the limits of the Origin System to Tau, a place that until now has only existed in our collective dreams (and of course, memories via The Old Peace). Community Director Megan Everett guided Tenno through their first…

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  6. News

    Tau isn't "Warframe 2," but it's a bold new step for Digital Extremes

    After years of waiting, we're finally heading to Tau in Warframe, but this feels like more than just an update - it's a new chapter. Read the full story on PCGamesN: Tau isn't "Warframe 2," but it's a bold new step for Digital Extremes

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  7. News

    Digital Extremes finally reveal Warframe: Tau, the sci-fi shooter's long-awaited second solar system, and it's a gruesome place indeed

    Digital Extremes's venerable looty-shooty mechabody extravaganza Warframe is finally getting a full second solar system, after a warm-up flashback tour in last year's The Old Peace expansion. The developers have just screened a first look at Tau, home of the game's Sentients…

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  8. News

    TennoCon 2026 Relay Experience

    This year's TennoCon Relay Experience is now available to join! Jump in-game and head to the TennoLive 2026 Relay orbiting Saturn. Once you arrive, head straight to the Dry Dock and get ready for the show to begin at 4:30 p.m. ET. Please note: in order to access the Relay you…

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  9. News

    Mesa Heirloom Collection Available Now

    The latest to join the hallowed halls of Heirlooms has launched! The legendary gunslinger receives a bounty of new Customizations through the new Mesa Heirloom Collection, featuring her signature brimmed Signa and travel-worn Duster attachments to further adjust the loadout to…

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  10. News

    TennoCon 2026 Merch Available Now!

    This year’s TennoCon collection has arrived! From cozy Floofs and premium apparel to collectible pins and brand-new collaborations, there’s something for every Tenno in the official Merch Store. New Favorites Amir and Lettie Floofs Bring two members of the Hex home in…

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  11. News

    Titania Prime and Gara Prime Enter Prime Resurgence

    Dominate your enemies through diminutive fae mischief or shatter their corporeal form with Prime Resurgence! Add Titania Prime and Gara Prime, along with their signature Prime Weapons and Prime Accessories, to your Arsenal today with Regal Aya. Titania Prime From a flowery bed…

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  12. News

    TennoCon 2026!

    It’s almost time for Warframe’s annual grand celebration! We’re just two weeks away from TennoCon 2026 on July 10-11. Everything begins on July 10 with the return of our Cosplay Contest and special TennoConcert experience at Canada Life Place, complete with a live orchestra…

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About Warframe

Confront warring factions throughout a sprawling interplanetary system as you follow the guidance of the mysterious Lotus and level up your Warframe, build an Arsenal of destructive firepower, and realize your true potential across massive open worlds in this thrilling, genre-defining third-person combat experience. BECOME A POWERFUL WARRIOR Enter your Warframe: a bio-metal suit of untold power. Unleash its Abilities and wield a vast array of devastating weaponry to effortlessly annihilate hordes of enemies on sight. And when the slaughter is over, you can earn or instantly unlock 40+ different Warframes - each with a unique suite of powers…

Game details

System requirements (minimum)
Minimum: OS *: Windows 7 64-Bit (32-bit not supported) Processor: Intel Core i7 860, Intel Core i5 750, or AMD FX-4100 (SSE 4.2 support required) Video: DirectX 11+ capable Graphics Card Memory: 4 GB RAM Storage: 75 GB available HD space Internet: Broadband Internet Connection Required Note: There is no Mac or Linux client currently available. DirectX 12 support requires at least Windows 10 20H2 (released in 2020) or Windows 11
Languages
English * , German, French, Italian, Korean, Spanish - Spain, Simplified Chinese, Russian, Japanese, Polish, Portuguese - Brazil, Traditional Chinese, Turkish, Ukrainian, Thai * languages with full audio support
Controller
Full controller support
DLC
20 available on Steam
Official site
www.warframe.com

Frequently asked questions

Is Warframe free to play?
Yes — Warframe is free to play on Steam.
What is the latest Warframe update?
The most recent official update is "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"" (Jul 16, 2026), categorized as News. We'll be getting some more Jade Shadows: Constellations content later this year, as Warframe's Megan Everett reflects on the sequel. Read the full story on PCGamesN: We're getting "a little bit more" of Warframe's Jade Shadows, as Digital Extremes knows Cons
How many people play Warframe?
Warframe peaked at 73K concurrent players in the last 24 hours, ranking #20 on Steam's most-played chart (it was #17 the previous week).
When was Warframe released?
Warframe was released on Mar 25, 2013 by Digital Extremes.
What kind of game is Warframe?
Warframe is a Action, RPG, Free To Play game, featuring single-player, multi-player, co-op.

Live player counts and update notes are pulled from Steam's public data and refreshed daily (last refresh: Jul 22, 2026). Excerpts are from official announcements; follow the source links for full notes. Warframe and all related assets are trademarks of their respective owners.