Warframe cross-play: How to link accounts on all platforms & cross-save update

Warframe received a major cross-play update in 2022 and fans were curious about the addition of cross save feature to the space-themed action RPG. Devs have finally added the cross save feature to Warframe, but how exactly does it work and are there any restrictions? Here’s what you need to know.

Warframe emerged as a game centered on space ninjas slashing through enemies in compact environments. Yet, Digital Extremes consistently revamps the experience by introducing new settings, Warframes, and gameplay mechanics, such as space warfare and sprawling open-world regions.

One thing fans were always begging for, though, was cross-play and cross-save functionality. The good news is that cross-play and cross save are finally here. Here’s all we know about Warframe cross-play and cross-save, courtesy of Digital Extremes.

Warframe cross-play: How to play across PlayStation, Xbox, Switch & PC

As of March 2024, Warframe has cross-play functionality. After much testing across various platforms, Digital Extremes has finally rolled out the feature across PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch.

 

How to enable cross-play

To toggle cross-play in Warframe on or off, just head into the Options menu, and look at the bottom of the page for the option.

How to join friends

You can party up with friends using Squad matchmaking, so you’ll be able to join your teammates or invite them as you would if you were on the same platform.

You can meet in Relays or visit Dojos, although the devs have said there’s an issue with heading into Dojos in a cross-platform squad which can be avoided by inviting players once you’re already in the Dojo.

Digital Extremes has mentioned this on their support page, too:

“To help identify players who have the same name across different platforms, everyone has been assigned a numeric suffix. This suffix is only necessary when you are looking to invite someone into your squad or chatting with players who have the same name. You can always find your suffix by visiting your Profile in the game menu.”

Warframe’s cross save explained

Warframe’s cross-save offers two ways to bring your accounts together:

• Linking: Ideal for those with a main account, this lets you designate one as your primary. Its progress, items, and most purchases become accessible on any linked platform (e.g., Switch, PC, Xbox). Remember, linking is a permanent decision.
• Merging:  Create a powerful unified account by merging multiple eligible ones. Your chosen Primary Account keeps its progress while resources, cosmetics, etc., from other accounts are added. Account merging is ONLY available for accounts made before November 24th, 2023.

With Warframe’s Cross Save feature, you can access your game progression, items, and currencies from a single account across multiple platforms. Cross save ensures that your gameplay experience remains consistent and uninterrupted, regardless of your chosen platform.

Connecting Your Warframe Accounts

• Requirement: To initiate the process of linking or merging your Warframe accounts, you must first have or create a PC Warframe account.
• Step-by-Step: Begin by linking or merging one account at a time to your PC account, effectively turning it into a Cross Platform Save Account. Subsequently, additional platforms can be linked or merged to this Cross Platform Save Account, one platform at a time, until all desired accounts are connected.
• PC Account Necessity: While having a PC account is essential for creating a Cross Platform Save Account, it’s important to note that you do not need to download or play Warframe on a PC to utilize your Cross Platform Save Account.

Warframe Cross Save Restrictions

• Platinum and Regal Aya: Purchases made on Nintendo Switch won’t be accessible on other platforms.
• Shared Wallet: Players on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation can enjoy a shared wallet, allowing Platinum and Regal Aya purchased on these platforms to be available across all of them.
• Platform-Exclusive Skins: Opal Skins on Switch and Amethyst Skins from Discord won’t transfer to PlayStation during the One-Time Account Merge. Similarly, certain PC exclusives like the Phased Skins and Rubedo Skins won’t be available on PlayStation. Conversely, PlayStation-exclusive Obsidian Skins won’t be accessible on other platforms.
• TennoGen Customizations: Their availability depends on the platform they were purchased on. Players should refer to the detailed guidelines provided to understand how their TennoGen items may be affected by Cross Platform Save.

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