Digital Extremes, the studio responsible for the popular game Warframe, recently revealed that its upcoming expansion, set in 1999, will feature a romance system. This decision was influenced by the success of Larian Studios’ implementation of a romance system in Baldur’s Gate 3. In an interview with GamesRadar+, Rebecca Ford, the creative director of Warframe, explained that the studio had always desired to incorporate a romance system into the game but had not found the right opportunity to do so.
Courage to Proceed
During the interview, Ford expressed that the success of Baldur’s Gate and its romance system served as confirmation that players were interested in such a feature. She mentioned, “I think two things really gave us the courage to proceed. Of course, the success of Baldur’s Gate and their romance system was like, ‘Okay, like, people do want this fantasy.’ It does help, there’s no doubt, but we did have, I should say, ambitions of it, that fit the Warframe architecture, on and off.” This acknowledgment of Baldur’s Gate’s impact on their decision-making process highlights the importance of learning from successful implementations in the gaming industry.
New Additions in the Expansion
In addition to the romance system, players in Warframe: 1999 will have the opportunity to engage in romantic relationships with their squadmates. Furthermore, the expansion also introduces a unique challenge where players will face off against a ’90s boy band. This unexpected twist adds a fun and nostalgic element to the gameplay experience, catering to players who have a fondness for the music and pop culture of the 1990s. Additionally, Digital Extremes collaborated with Make-A-Wish to fulfill a child’s dream of becoming a voice actor in the game. This partnership demonstrates the studio’s commitment to giving back to the community and creating meaningful experiences for players.
The announcement of the romance system in the upcoming Warframe expansion showcases Digital Extremes’ commitment to evolving the game and providing players with new and engaging content. By taking inspiration from successful titles like Baldur’s Gate 3 and incorporating unique elements like facing a ’90s boy band, Warframe: 1999 promises to offer an exciting and memorable gaming experience for fans of the franchise.
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