

OpenCritic
Fair
IGDB
Players
"Warframe has now successfully launched on two PlayStation consoles in a row, and both times as a launch title. Once again, this is the place to play if you don't have a PC that can play the game at high settings. The PS5 is also the only place to play where haptic feedback plays into how the game feels. This helps to cement the DualSense controller as less of a gimmick and more of an accessory that enhances gameplay. Even without those enhancements, though, Warframe on the PS5 is a showcase-worthy action game that every console owner has truly free access to. Ninjas play free, after all!"
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Warframe launched in March 2013 from Digital Extremes as a free-to-play third-person shooter mixing RPG progression with fast-paced action. Players control the Tenno, an ancient warrior race waking from cryosleep to fight the Grineer Empire across a war-torn solar system. The game arrived on PC and PlayStation first before expanding to Xbox One, Series X|S, PS5, Switch, mobile devices, and the upcoming Switch 2. You wield exosuits called Warframes that grant supernatural abilities alongside standard firearms. This setup allows for chaotic combat where you can slide, vault, and shoot enemies in sync. The core loop focuses on scavenging resources to build new gear and unlock more powerful suits while tackling missions solo or with friends.
A typical session involves hopping into a mission type like Survival or Interception to complete objectives before extraction. You move your character at high speeds, using wall running and mantling to cross maps quickly while dodging projectiles. Combat feels fluid because you can cancel weapon fire animations with melee attacks or special abilities. Each Warframe offers four distinct powers that reshape how you approach a fight, from casting shields to turning into a ball of death. You grind through hundreds of hours to earn platinum, blueprints, and mods to upgrade your loadout. The game supports both single-player campaigns and co-op raids where four players coordinate strategies for tough bosses. Controls are responsive on all platforms, letting you chain combos without lag.
Critics and players have mixed but generally positive feelings about Warframe. OpenCritic lists a 73 out of 100 score with only 52.94% of reviewers recommending the title. IGDB shows a slightly higher average rating of 74.1 based on 480 ratings. Community vibes lean toward intense action and competitive play, though some users describe the experience as story-driven or atmospheric. Twitch currently ranks the game at #82 in trending titles. Players are deeply engaged with progression systems, evidenced by 193 total achievements that have a low average unlock rate of 16.2%. The rarest achievement is K-Driven, unlocked by just 0.80% of the player base. Reviewers from PlayStation LifeStyle and God is a Geek both gave it 90s, praising the sci-fi setting and deep RPG mechanics on PS5.
Warframe is worth your time if you enjoy grinding for gear and want a game that respects your time after hours of play. The free-to-play model works well here since you can get powerful items without spending real money. The achievement system shows the content is deep enough to challenge even veterans who have played for years. It might not be for everyone due to the steep learning curve in its first few hours. You will likely spend dozens of hours mastering one Warframe before switching to another. Digital Extremes keeps adding new frames and story updates, so the game never really ends. If you can handle the initial tutorial wall, this title offers hundreds of hours of content for zero cost.
They were called Tenno. Warriors of blade and gun: masters of the Warframe armor. Those that survived the old war were left drifting among the ruins. Now they are needed once more. The Grineer, with their vast armies, are spreading throughout the solar system. A call echoes across the stars summoning the Tenno to an ancient place. They summon you. Allow the Lotus to guide you. She has rescued you from your cryostasis chamber and given you a chance to survive. The Grineer will find you; you must be prepared. The Lotus will teach you the ways of the Warframes and the secrets to unlocking their powers. Come Tenno, you must join the war.
Game Modes
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
IGDB Rating
74.1
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