Warframe for Nintendo Switch 2 to launch in 2026, new handheld gameplay shown with DLSS
During its newest Devstream that just aired an hour ago, Digital Extremes revealed more details for the next upcoming Narrative Chapter, The Old Peace, for Warframe and also the side story arriving with it, The Devil's Triad.
The Devstream also featured a first look at Warframe Nintendo Switch 2 handheld gameplay with DLSS enabled. You can watch it from the timestamp here. The Nintendo Switch 2 version will not release this year as confirmed on the stream. Speaking of new platforms, you can opt-in to join the closed beta test for Warframe on Android later in November as well.
Warframe is now available on PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and iOS. It is coming to Android in the future.
You can find the full Warframe Devstream with more details from Digital Extremes from the Devstream below:
Digital Extremes revealed further details for Warframe’s next Narrative Chapter, The Old Peace, arriving in December, during a haunted Halloween Devstream. Dark details were unearthed around The Devil’s Triad, a side story launching alongside Digital Extremes’ pinnacle Warframe update of the year. Featuring a complete narrative to discover, The Devil’s Triad introduces three new Protoframes and Gemini Skins, an expanded relationship and romance system, and a devilish new game mode: The Descendia. The studio also summoned a first look at Gyre Prime, game-changing Focus School Expansion enhancements, the Warframe on Android closed beta test for November, and teased the return of TennoCon (July 10-11, 2026).
“Much like our first set of Protoframes, we are taking a big swing with these new characters,” said Megan Everett, Community Director. “Everyone was expecting us to do something more ‘80s or 2000s themed designs and lore next for new humanoid Warframes, so naturally, we went gothic horror to keep you all on your toes. It gives us such a thrill now to see people’s reactions when they meet a new Protoframe for the first time, or when they discover who voices them, or are already planning how they want to customize their Gemini skin. We are so grateful for the community’s trust when we try something weird like this. I just hope the players are ready to make a deal with the devil to get to the bottom of what’s up with these three…”
Highlights from the October Devstream include:
Encounter The Devil’s Triad – three Protoframes bound by the dark legacy of Albrecht Entrati in The Devil’s Triad side story:
Conjure connections with Protoframes for Wisp (Marie Leroux), Harrow (Father Lyon Allard), and the newest Warframe, Uriel (Vice Regent Grand Carnus Roathe), in an expanded romance & relationships system.
Embody new cursed forms with fully voiced Gemini skins, brought to life with the voice talents of Elsa Perusin (Brawl Stars), Will de Renzy-Martin (Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake), and René Zagger (Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers / Endwalker).
Discover what lies beneath and survive The Descendia:
Venture into the depths of a twisted tower to explore an ever-changing labyrinth. Battle through 21 randomly generated floors, increasing in difficulty with each level.
Prepare for the unknown as floor layouts change weekly, except for one constant: every seventh floor promises a meeting with one of The Devil’s Triad.
Barter with each Protoframe for various cosmetic and gameplay rewards.
Collect audio transmissions to uncover the woes and hardships of the Triad to hear their full tale.
Rest in Peace: checkpoints offer a smoother return to gameplay until the next weekly reset.
Digital Extremes will share more information around the second new game mode to arrive in The Old Peace, The Perita Rebellion, in its November Devstream.
Enhance personal gameplay experiences throughout The Old Peace with larger-than-life ultimate abilities, and a brand new player profile cosmetic called Honoria (Player Titles):
Teased during TennoCon’s gameplay demo earlier this year, each Focus School will receive its own brand new Ultimate, demonstrating the crushing might of the Unairu School.
Meet with Marie Leroux (Wisp) after delving into the depths of The Descendia to unlock antique items needed to remember forgotten Focus Ultimates. More information around the rest of the Focus Expansion will be revealed in the November Devstream.
Continue to customize the social aspects of Warframe with the first-ever introduction of Honoria for player profiles and showcase in-game feats for all to see.
Embrace new visual fidelity with Gyre Prime, a graphical remaster for the Operator and Drifter, and a Voruna Deluxe Warframe skin:
Gyre, the dancing spark, will become the next Prime Warframe to recall the technological power of the Orokin Empire with an electrifying gilded design.
Trek through the Origin System’s vast cinematic questlines with the upcoming graphical remaster, featuring new character models for the Operator and Drifter. Discover next-gen enhancements, with fresh faces, remastered hair, and makeup options for customization and technical improvements to gameplay
As the promised community reward for hitting the latest Quest to Conquer Cancer charity fundraising milestone of $130,000 CAD, the development team teased the next deluxe Warframe cosmetic skin for Voruna via concept art.
Equip some lucky dice and gear up at the nearest tabletop for a collaboration between Digital Extremes and Paizo, creators of acclaimed TTRPGs Pathfinder and Starfinder:
Operation: Orias is a complete Starfinder x Warframe standalone adventure available now on Paizo’s storefront that blends the tactical sci-fi D20-based gameplay of Starfinder Second Edition with Warframe’s action-packed setting, lore, and characters.
Control one of four iconic Protoframes, Arthur (Excalibur), Aoi (Mag), Lettie (Trinity), or Amir (Volt), in a non-canonical standalone adventure designed for 4-6 hours of play.
Emerge into the new year and begin preparations for the latest IRL Warframe events and a new platform:
TennoCon, the annual record-breaking celebration of all things Warframe and Soulframe, will return to Digital Extremes’ hometown of London, Ontario, July 10-11, 2026. More details for the show will be revealed soon.
Digital Extremes will be kicking off its community world tour for 2026 to meet with fans, with TennoVIP events for Australia in Brisbane on Jan. 30, 2026, and Melbourne on Feb. 6, 2026.
Opt-in to join the closed beta test for Warframe on Android, set to welcome a select number of players to try out the new platform later in November.