Short version
Big news: Warframe now has a native Nintendo Switch 2 build and it’s free to play. The game jumps from the original Switch’s 720p/30fps to a much smoother 1080p/60fps, plus a stack of visual and performance upgrades. If you’ve been running the old backward-compatible version, download the new eShop build to get the full experience.
What’s new in the Switch 2 edition
Here’s the upgrade checklist, translated into human:
• 1080p target in both handheld and TV modes (goodbye 720p).
• 60 FPS target for silky movement (hello, parkour bliss).
• DLSS support for crisper visuals.
• Better sun shadows and improved lighting patterns in TV mode.
• Higher-quality shaders and richer textures everywhere.
• Faster load times so you spend less time staring at loading screens.
• Cleaner, improved audio.
• Volumetric lighting for moodier space atmospheres.
• Support for Joy‑Con 2 Mouse Mode to make aiming less tragic.
Free launch swag
As a little welcome gift, anyone who logs into the Switch 2 version before April 15 gets the Ambimanus Pack free. Expect a war fan, an exclusive skin, a mod, three days of affinity boosters and credits, plus a few other bits to kick-start your shenanigans.
Why it matters
This move is part of a wider trend of studios upgrading Switch titles to the new hardware without charging players again. Warframe’s upgrade is a solid example: nicer visuals, smoother performance, and quality-of-life improvements that make replaying (or starting) way more tempting. It’s the Switch 2 getting a proper glow-up.
Final thoughts
If you’re into free-to-play shooters or you’ve been meaning to jump back in, now’s a great moment. Download the native Switch 2 version, enjoy the visual and performance boosts, and claim the launch goodies while they’re free. Ready, Tenno?
