The anticipation for Dune: Awakening, the survival MMO based on Denis Villeneuve's acclaimed films, is reaching fever pitch. Funcom has confirmed the PC release date: May 20th! Console players will need to wait a bit longer, but a new gameplay trailer offers a tantalizing preview.
The trailer showcases the game's key features: the harsh Arrakis desert landscape, extensive base-building mechanics, thrilling combat encounters, and the iconic sandworms. Everything a Dune fan could hope for!
Players take on the role of a prisoner exiled to Arrakis. The adventure begins with an escape, leading to a perilous quest to unravel the mystery surrounding a vanished Fremen tribe.
To ensure a smooth launch, Funcom has proactively released a benchmark tool and a character creator. This allows PC players to optimize their settings and craft their characters ahead of time, minimizing delays on launch day.