Demonic Alies in the New Warframe Content Update: The Old Peace

Digital Extremes has redefined the tactical landscape of the Origin System with the release of Update 41: The Old Peace. This expansion introduces Uriel, a demon-themed Warframe whose kit blends high-speed mobility with devastating area-of-effect fire damage. Beyond the frame itself, the update pushes the narrative into the Tau system, offering a grittier, trench-warfare aesthetic that breathes new life into the game’s decade-long lore.

Uriel’s mechanical identity is defined by his Passive, Fiendish Summons, and his 1st ability, Infernalis. He is permanently accompanied by three lesser demons that provide passive crowd control and loot buffs, generating “Brimstone Charge” as they fight. When Uriel takes to the skies, Infernalis allows him to transform into a flaming meteor, granting him an aggressive aerial mobility that rivals specialized frames like Zephyr while maintaining a heavy offensive presence.

The core of Uriel’s survivability and team utility lies in Remedium and Demonium. Remedium serves as a critical reset button, healing Uriel and instantly reviving his demonic companions to ensure his passive buffs remain active. Meanwhile, Demonium turns these summons into projectiles that apply a massive damage vulnerability debuff to enemies. This synergy ensures that Uriel is not just a solo powerhouse but a vital force multiplier in high-level squad play.

Uriel’s gameplay revolves around managing his three “lesser demons” to fuel his ultimate power.

The true spectacle of the update is Uriel’s ultimate, Brimstone, and the introduction of the Vinquibus weapon class. Brimstone creates a massive, scaling ring of hellfire that consumes built-up charges to incinerate entire rooms of enemies. To complement this, the Vinquibus bayonet allows players to bridge the gap between ranged and melee combat seamlessly, occupying both slots to eliminate weapon-swap delays and maintain the frantic flow of the new “12-Minute War” game mode.

Ultimately, The Old Peace marks a significant evolution for Warframe, successfully bridging the gap between the Origin System and the mysteries of Tau. Through the introduction of the Devil’s Triad in the La Cathédrale hub and the endurance tests of the Descendia tower, the update provides a wealth of content for both lore enthusiasts and hardcore grinders. Uriel stands as a testament to this new era, offering a complex, rewarding playstyle that feels uniquely powerful in the current meta.

Digital Extremes’ latest release, Update 41: The Old Peace, is a rare kind of live-service “reset” that manages to bridge the gap between Warframe’s experimental past and its cinematic future. While many players expected a simple transition toward Warframe: 1999, DE instead took a detour into the trenches of Tau, delivering an update that feels both hauntingly nostalgic and mechanically fresh.

The Star of the Show: Uriel, the Heretic of Xata

Uriel is a masterclass in thematic design. Often referred to as the “demon commander,” he breaks the traditional caster mold by being a hyper-aggressive aerial combatant.

• The “Demon” Mechanics: His passive summons aren’t just pets; they are the gears of his engine. Whether they are tethering enemies or dropping “Brimstone Charges,” they force a more proactive playstyle than your typical “set and forget” frame.
• Flight Reimagined: Unlike the hover-based flight of Titania or the verticality of Zephyr, Uriel’s Infernalis feels like a weaponized movement system. Turning into a literal flaming meteor to close distances turns the battlefield into a high-speed demolition derby.
• The “Brimstone” Nuke: His ultimate is a visual spectacle, but its real value is in its scaling. It rewards you for keeping your summons alive and your “Charge” high, making it a high-risk, high-reward nuke that actually keeps up in Steel Path.

A New Front: The Tau Frontier

The narrative pivot to the Tau moon of Perita introduces a gritty, war-torn aesthetic we haven’t seen since the Old War cinematics.

• The 12-Minute War: The Perita Rebellion mode is a brilliant response to player fatigue with endless missions. It’s a frantic, objective-based sprint that culminates in boss fights against Prime Vanguards—corrupted versions of our own weaponry. It makes every minute count.
• The Descendia Tower: This is DE’s love letter to roguelikes. With 21 floors of escalating “Penances,” it offers a weekly challenge that feels significantly more rewarding than the standard Circuit. The ability to stop and “check in” with the Devil’s Triad (the Protoframes) adds a personal, lore-heavy layer to the grind.

System Overhauls: Tauron Strikes and Honoria

The update doesn’t just add; it rehabilitates. With a refreshing vibe to the previous meta grind, you now feel like Harder modes are more rewarding.

• Tauron Strikes: By giving Focus Schools “Ultimate” abilities, the Operator feels less like a utility tool and more like a tactical nuke. These strikes are cinematic, heavy-hitting, and finally give the Focus system a true “endgame” feel.
• The “Junk” Economy: The Honoria title system is perhaps the most “original” part of this update. It creates a secondary market for the thousands of Harrow Chassis and Oberon parts sitting in our inventories. Trading “useless” items for account flairs and titles is a clever way to respect the time veterans have spent hoarding.

Final Verdict

The Old Peace is a bold step. It takes the “Protoframe” concept from 1999 and weaves it into the deeper lore of the Orokin’s greatest failure. With the Vinquibus hybrid bayonet and the Operator/Drifter remaster, the game looks and plays more like a next-gen title than it has in years. It’s not just an update; it’s a reclamation of Warframe’s identity.