Dune: Awakening's Mid-to-Endgame Gameplay Unveiled Ahead of Launch

Dune: Awakening's mid-to-endgame gameplay was recently showcased by Funcom, highlighting the game's expansive environments and survival mechanics just days before early access begins. The game allows players to explore Arrakis like never before, with diverse landscapes such as the Hagga Basin, O’odham, and Jabal Eifrit. Players will engage in survival gameplay, rise through the ranks of the Atreides or Harkonnen, and build strongholds while crafting and exploring in various vehicles. Dune: Awakening, inspired by the recent films, offers both PvE and PvP experiences with its Landsraad feature, allowing players to impact their factions collectively. The game is set for release on June 10, 2025, but early access players can enjoy the game starting from June 5, 2025.

Players can expect an open-world survival MMO experience, where they will explore the iconic desert landscapes of Arrakis while gathering resources, engaging in combat, and building strongholds. The emphasis on survival mechanics and faction dynamics adds depth to gameplay, appealing to both veteran fans and newcomers to the Dune universe.

Dune: Awakening marks a significant addition to the Dune franchise as it introduces an open-world experience based on Frank Herbert's epic saga. This game allows players to immerse themselves in an iconic science fiction setting, interacting with the world in ways not previously experienced in Dune games. The development by Funcom aims to balance fidelity to the source material while allowing creative liberty in world-building.