Digital Extremes just dropped massive news during Soulframe Devstream 11, unveiling the highly anticipated Founders Program launching with Preludes 12 on November 25th. From exclusive Wyld Pacts to a brutal new hard mode called Cogah, this update transforms how players experience the fantasy MMO currently in closed pre-alpha.
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Devstream 11 Preludes 12 at a Glance
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Release Date | November 25, 2025 |
| New Weapon Type | Greatswords (slow, heavy-hitting) |
| Hard Mode | Cogah (optional difficulty mode) |
| New NPC | Zenith the Seer Camel |
| Voice Actor | Jennifer English (Shadowheart from BG3) as Empress |
| Premium Currency | Arcs (purchaseable) |
Founders Program: Everything You Need to Know
The Founders Program will be more affordable than Warframe’s original founders offering, according to CEO Steve Sinclair. Here’s what each tier includes:
Core Benefits Across All Tiers:
- Instant access to Soulframe Preludes (closed pre-alpha)
- Wyld Pacts (premium “Prime-like” versions with special magic aspects)
- Exclusive armor sets and Sparrow skins
- Premium currency (Arcs)
- Transmog consumables
- Friend invite codes
- Ability to plant a commemorative flower in the Eternium Garden hub
- Tradeable schematics for crafting Founder items
- Exclusive Warframe spirit-sword cosmetic
What Makes This Special: Nothing functional in Founder packs is permanently exclusive—free players can earn Wyld Pacts with effort, ensuring pay-to-win concerns are addressed. The Paragon tier includes an exclusive Greatsword, but owners can share it via tradeable schematics.
Greatswords and New Combat Options
Preludes 12 introduces Greatswords as a new weapon archetype—slow but devastating. The showcase featured the Mendicant King’s Greatsword, with more variants planned for future updates. This weapon type caters to players who prefer methodical, high-damage playstyles over rapid attacks.
Cogah: Testing Your Skills
Cogah is an optional hard mode activated by drinking a special craftable potion. This challenging mode truly tests player skill, and failure means returning to your Nightfold with the world state reset. It’s perfect for veterans seeking meaningful difficulty after mastering base content.
Quality-of-Life Improvements
Beyond headline features, Preludes 12 delivers substantial improvements:
- Revive charges similar to Warframe’s system
- Enhanced Siege rewards with reputation systems
- Faction Tales XP rebalancing (reduced grind)
- Virtue Elixirs for increased Virtue Attunement
- Fast travel system enhancements
According to Digital Extremes’ official Soulframe site, these changes reflect community feedback from ongoing testing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When Can I Buy the Soulframe Founders Program?
The Founders Program launches alongside Preludes 12 on November 25, 2025. While exact pricing hasn’t been revealed, Digital Extremes CEO Steve Sinclair confirmed it’ll cost less than Warframe’s original founders package from years ago. The program offers three tiers themed around the first Envoys: Galene, Pothia, and Josalfar. Each tier grants instant access to the closed pre-alpha, exclusive cosmetics, premium Wyld Pacts, and friend invite codes. Importantly, Digital Extremes emphasized that no progress wipes will occur when the game fully launches, so Founders can start building their legacy immediately.
Is Soulframe Pay-to-Win With Wyld Pacts?
No, Soulframe maintains fair free-to-play principles. Digital Extremes explicitly stated that Wyld Pacts—the premium “Prime-like” characters in Founder packs—can be earned by free players through gameplay, though it requires significant effort. Even the Paragon tier’s exclusive Greatsword won’t be locked away forever, as Founders can craft tradeable schematics to share with other players later. The Founders Program primarily offers early access, cosmetic exclusives like the Eternium Garden flower planting privilege, and convenience items like premium currency and transmog consumables. This approach mirrors Warframe’s successful model of monetizing without creating unfair advantages.