Warframe Developers Confirm Nintendo Switch 2 Native Edition in Development

Digital Extremes, the acclaimed studio behind Warframe, has confirmed that they are actively developing a native edition of their hit free-to-play action game for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.

The announcement was made during a recent official Twitch broadcast, where developers provided fans with an update on the game's expansion onto new Nintendo hardware. Initially released in 2013, Warframe has garnered a huge global following with its fast-paced cooperative gameplay and ongoing content updates.

The game first made its debut on the Nintendo Switch in November 2018, optimized by Panic Button, giving millions of Nintendo fans access to its vast online universe.

Since then, Warframe has thrived on the Nintendo eShop, earning praise for its consistent support and meaningful expansions. The new native Warframe Nintendo Switch 2 Edition aims to leverage the improved hardware capabilities of Nintendo’s next-generation console.

Although Digital Extremes did not disclose a targeted release date, the team assured the community that dedicated resources are working to bring a full-featured version to the Nintendo Switch 2 platform.

The message delivered via Twitch echoed a commitment to performance enhancements and feature parity with other platforms. Quoting from the developer’s public statement, the team shared in clear terms: 'We are excited to confirm that development for Warframe on Nintendo Switch 2 is underway, ensuring fans can expect the best experience possible when the console arrives.' This affirms Digital Extremes’ ongoing support for Nintendo's ecosystem and its massive user base of Warframe players. Prior to this announcement, Warframe had established itself as one of the most successful free-to-play titles on consoles and PC, surpassing 75 million registered players globally.

Digital Extremes’ proactive expansion onto new hardware demonstrates a forward-thinking approach and cements Warframe’s status as a long-lived platform within the action genre. As anticipation builds for the Nintendo Switch 2 and its launch line-up, the confirmation of Warframe’s inclusion stands as a major win for fans of both the game and Nintendo hardware.

Players can stay tuned to official Nintendo Direct presentations and the eShop for further details and announcements regarding future release windows.

Until then, existing and new Warframe users can continue engaging with regular updates on Nintendo Switch and other platforms.

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