Soulframe Prelude 13 major update is right around the corner, and it is expected to bring a plethora of new changes to the game in the form of additional character customisation options, changes to the Virtues system, UI rework, bug fixes and more!
Update on Jan 22 – We will get a glimpse at Prelude 13 contents during Devstream 12 airing on Jan 31st.
What to expect from the Soulframe Prelude 13 update?
The Prelude 13 update is expected to introduce the following features, rework, changes and additions:
- More hairstyle options
- Virtues rework
- Character progression UI rework
- Changes to the player’s physical models
- Combat Camera
- Ancestor Ranks
- New Sinecure Bow, armor set and more
All these were mentioned by Steve, CEO of Digital Extremes, during the Devshorts 84 and 85, while some of the details were vaguely shared on the Forums via a blog post at the end of 2025.
More hairstyle options
Here’s a look at the hairstyle concept art for the Male and Female characters that you can expect to get introduced in the game with Prelude 13.
Virtues rework
The Virtues system, including how it affects the weapon DMG scalings and such things, is getting a complete rework.
The goal is to make it more relevant and balanced.
Character progression UI
The character progression UI that we can access via the Nightfold will get a rework to make it simple to understand.
Changes to the player’s physical models
Changes are coming to the character models. Now we don’t have exact details on what that means. But, I am assuming, it is related to further improving the character customisation options.
Combat Camera
During the recent Devshort, Steve also talked about the addition of a Combat Camera. We already have an automatic lock on system in place in the game.
The Combat Camera might just mean a dedicated lock-on system or an improved automatic system whenever the character enters combat.
Ancestor Ranks
We may see an increase in the Ancestor Rank for all the Ancestor NPCs in Nigtfold.
New Sinecure Bow, armor set and more
New armours, weapons like the Sinecure Bow and such new additions are already in the works. Now, while these have been mentioned recently, there’s no confirmation on whether these will make their way into the Prelude 13 update.
If you ask me, I think these will be introduced with Prelude 13.
That said, here’s what the devs said in a blog post on Dec 20th.
“We’re doubling down on the systems that define Soulframe. Virtues will matter more. The Nightfold will grow in purpose. The Ode’s plans will begin to unfold in full. New Pacts, Fables, Festivals, and Wylds await. What you choose, what you prepare for, and what you confront will carry further than before.”
Soulframe Prelude 13 major update release date
According to the developers, the Soulframe Prelude 13 update will be released either at the end of January or in February 2026.
That sums up everything you need to know about the Soulframe Prelude 13 update. Before you go, check out my guide on Soulframe redeem codes and how to download and play the game.
