Following a highly successful Beta Weekend earlier this month, developer Funcom is gearing up to reveal even more about its ambitious open-world survival MMO, Dune: Awakening. The beta stress test attracted thousands of players to the Hagga Basin region of Arrakis, giving them a 20–25 hour preview of the game’s early survival systems and expansive world.
With Dune: Awakening now confirmed to launch on June 10, and head start access beginning June 5, excitement is building rapidly. To capitalize on the momentum, Funcom has announced a special livestream, set for May 28, which will showcase the game's mid-to-endgame content, including deep dives into unexplored regions, advanced systems, and more.
What Players Experienced in the Beta
During the beta, players explored around 25% of the Hagga Basin a starting area that offered a strong introduction to resource management, survival mechanics, and cooperative and competitive multiplayer dynamics. But according to Funcom, this was just the beginning.
“The Beta Weekend was a massive stress test, and the results give us confidence heading into launch,” the studio said in a follow-up post.
Livestream Details: A Look Beyond the Beta
- Date: May 28
- Time: 18:00 CEST / 12pm EDT / 9am PDT
- Where: Twitch.tv/Funcom and YouTube.com/Funcom
During the livestream, developers will highlight:
- What’s next in the Hagga Basin, including new building and exploration options
- Advanced systems such as The Landsraad, a political mechanic tied to Dune’s lore
- A look into the Deep Desert, where players can expect intense PvP and PvE endgame scenarios
Whether you're a lone wanderer or part of a player-controlled faction, Dune: Awakening promises a sandbox MMO experience with depth, danger, and political intrigue all within the harsh, shifting sands of Arrakis.
Launch Info
- Head Start Access: June 5, 2025 (PC)
- Full Launch: June 10, 2025
With a successful beta behind it and a major content showcase coming soon, Dune: Awakening is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious survival MMOs in years. Will you be joining in on the fun?
In Dune: Awakening, players are thrust into the brutal, mystical world of Arrakis. The story begins under the threat of the Reverend Mother’s Gom Jabbar, and players are tasked with surviving in a deadly environment shaped by ancient traditions and power struggles. As the story unfolds, players will walk the path of the Fremen, uncovering secrets buried by the sands and answering the haunting question: "Who are you?"
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