Warframe's TennoCon 2024: A Blast from the Past with Warframe: 1999

TennoCon 2024 delivered a knockout punch with the announcement of Warframe: 1999, a massive update promising a nostalgic trip back to 1999. Get ready for a thrilling ride through a Techrot-infested city on the brink of a Y2K apocalypse. This isn't just another expansion; it's a complete reimagining of Warframe's fashion and combat systems.

The journey begins with a prologue quest, "The Lotus Eaters," launching in August 2024. Reuniting players with a beloved character, this quest sets the stage for the main event, introducing the world of 1999 and the powerful Sevatgoth Prime Warframe and its exclusive weaponry. Completing "The Lotus Eaters" is a prerequisite for experiencing Warframe: 1999, slated for release in Winter 2024.

Warframe: 1999 plunges players into an alternate 1999 Earth, where the Y2K bug manifests as a deadly virus. The setting is Höllvania, a vibrant 90s city twisted by Techrot. Navigate this retro-futuristic landscape using the new Atomicyles, futuristic vehicles offering bullet jumps, drifts, and explosive capabilities. Commanding these vehicles are the Hex, a team of six heroes each equipped with a Protoframe—a Warframe showcasing the human beneath.

The Hex boasts an impressive voice cast, including Alpha Takahashi, Ben Starr, Melissa Medina, and Amelia Tyler. Interact with them through in-game instant messaging for a truly authentic 1999 experience.

Prepare to face a truly 90s antagonist: On-lyne, a boy band corrupted by Technocyte Coda. Led by the charismatic Zeke (voiced by Nick Apostolides), this infected band provides catchy tunes and challenging combat encounters. Their hit single, "Party of Your Lifetime," is available on major streaming platforms.

Fashion takes center stage with enhanced customization options. Players can equip two fashion frame loadouts and switch between them seamlessly. The introduction of Gemini Skins allows players to bring the Protoframes, like Arthur and Aoi, into the Origin system, complete with fully voiced lines and engaging interactions with your Operator.

Beyond the core gameplay, Digital Extremes is collaborating with THE LINE to produce an anime short based on Warframe: 1999, launching later this year. Additionally, high-fidelity Heirloom skins for Ember (available now) and Rhino (coming early 2025) are also on the horizon.

With Warframe: 1999's Winter 2024 release date approaching, now is the perfect time to jump into the action. Download Warframe today from the App Store and prepare for a retro-futuristic adventure.