Funcom recently announced that their new game Dune: Awakening, will be officially released on May 20, 2025. They shared this news through their official social media accounts, which naturally caused enthusiasm among fans.
Set against the backdrop of the rich and complex world of Dune, players can expect to explore thrilling adventures and immersive gaming experiences.
This announcement reinforces the high expectations for the game, which is expected to deliver innovation and an engaging story for fans of the Dune franchise.
About Dune: Awakening
In this game, players will enter to experience the complex political intrigues and challenges that exist on the planet Arrakis, which is famous for being the main source of precious Spice. With five different gameplay elements, each player can explore different strategies and tactics to deal with the conflict.
From fierce battles to clever diplomacy, this game offers an immersive experience for fans of the Dune series. With its thick atmosphere and varied gameplay, it brings us right into the heart of the story that has captivated so many.
This game offers an alternate version of the Dune story, where Lady Jessica Atreides gives birth to a daughter. In this storyline, Duke Leto Atreides also remains alive, as a treason attempt by Dr. Wellington Yueh failed thanks to information from the Bene Gesserit sect through Lady Jessica.
With Duke Leto surviving, House Atreides survived the Siege of Arrakeen and began the War of Assassins against Baron Vladimir Harkonnen’s forces. Meanwhile, the Fremen mysteriously disappeared from the planet Arrakis. Not only that, Sardaukar’s troops built a base on Arrakis on the orders of Emperor Shaddam IV.
As an agent of Bene Gesserit, the goal in this game is to survive the ferocity of Arrakis, as well as uncover political intrigue between factions. To survive, gamers can build camps to avoid sandstorms. Stillsuits should be checked regularly, and sandworms should be avoided at all costs.
The release date of Dune: Awakening for PC (Steam) will be on May 20, 2025. PS5, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S versions will be released at a later date.
