After a long wait, Funcom has finally announced the release date for Dune: Awakening. The survival MMO, set in the unforgiving desert of Arrakis, will be officially launched on May 20, 2025 on PC, with console versions arriving later. Fans of the Dune franchise and survival MMOs have been eagerly awaiting this moment, and the countdown has begun in earnest. With its blend of deep storytelling, open-world exploration and survival mechanics, Dune: Awakening is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious sci-fi games of recent years.
As a reminder, Dune: Awakening will be available at a price of $49.99 for the PC version, which should be around 50€ in France. The official price has yet to be confirmed.
Personalize Your Character Before Launching
One of the most exciting pre-release features is the Character Builder, which is now available for free on Steam. This tool allows players to design their in-game character before the official launch, to ensure they enter Arrakis exactly as they imagine it. Players can choose their home planet, caste and mentor, all of which influence their starting abilities and the way they interact with the world once in play. As an added bonus, those who use the character creator before the game’s release will receive an exclusive Frameblade knife skin.
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- The character creator is already well-stocked.
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- Make choices to influence your story.
Test Your System With Benchmark Mode
In addition to the character creator, Funcom has also introduced a Benchmark mode, allowing players to test their PC’s performance before the game’s launch. Given the scale of Dune: Awakening and its visually stunning desert landscapes, it is essential for players to ensure that their system is capable of meeting the demands of the game. This mode gives a clear indication of the ability of a player’s configuration to run the game, enabling them to adjust settings in advance for optimum performance. Whether you’re looking for high refresh rates or maximum visual fidelity, Benchmark mode provides valuable information before the game is fully launched.
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- Benchmark mode to see if our configuration runs the game.
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- What do you think? Fluid or not for you?
What is Dune: Awakening?
For those unfamiliar with Dune: Awakening, the game is an open-world survival MMO set in the Dune universe . Players must face the dangers of Arrakis, from brutal sandstorms and enormous sandworms to political intrigue and factional conflict. Unlike traditional MMOs, survival is just as important as combat, forcing players to manage their resources, forge alliances and adapt strategically to their environment. Whether you want to explore the vast history of Dune or rise to power in the struggle for control of the spice, Dune: Awakening offers a unique and immersive experience. With the release date now confirmed, the wait is almost over.
