Dune: Awakening Reaches 100K Players on Steam Before Launch

Dune: Awakening has made headlines by achieving a significant milestone of nearly 100,000 concurrent players on Steam, despite being in early access. Specifically, the game reached a peak of 93,634 players as of June 5 before its full release set for June 10, 2025. The impressive player count reflects strong interest, particularly during its launch period for early adopters who purchased deluxe editions. Although concurrent player numbers can be indicative of success, they do not account for other platforms where the game will be available later, including PS5 and Xbox Series consoles. As more players join on weekends, it's anticipated that the concurrent player count could increase before the official launch. Dune: Awakening is notably ranked 195th among the highest-ever concurrent peaks on Steam, highlighting its popularity as a new MMO experience. The game has drawn attention not only for its player base but also for its immersive worldbuilding, capturing the essence of the Dune franchise with significant detail.

Dune: Awakening is currently available in early access on PC, with future releases planned for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.

Dune: Awakening is an upcoming massively multiplayer online (MMO) game developed by Funcom, set in the rich universe of Frank Herbert's Dune series. The game offers players a chance to explore the iconic desert planet of Arrakis while engaging with its complex factions and lore. While it takes some creative liberties from the original source material, the game emphasizes detailed worldbuilding and player immersion, appealing to both long-time fans of Dune and newcomers alike.