Warframe: Tau expansion arrives in December 2026

Digital Extremes says the Warframe: Tau expansion will launch in December 2026, though a specific day has not been set. The update includes a new star system, Tau, and a single-player cinematic narrative chapter. Players can visit a ring city and the Fornax moon, Perita. The update also features a revamped Survival mode hosted on the Fornax moon, Perita.

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The update introduces Brysko, the 67th Warframe, which is voiced by Matthew Mercer. Digital Extremes says players can unlock Brysko through gameplay or via the Warframe Market when the expansion arrives. This release includes a new cosmetic class called the Chimera Skin and the Koumei Enshoujo Deluxe Skin. A Nezha Heirloom Skin is planned for early 2027.

The expansion will be available for free on PC, mobile, and all major consoles. Digital Extremes is also launching a card game featuring the Portau Card Collection and Portau Playmat.

Background In October, the Epoch Operation: Taubound event launched, allowing players to collect resources to progress toward a new star system. Our earlier story