The eagerly anticipated Dune: Awakening has encountered a slight delay, pushing back its release by three weeks to incorporate more player feedback. This strategic move by developer Funcom aims to enhance the gaming experience, ensuring that the final product meets the high expectations set by fans. Let's delve into the reasons behind this delay and what's on the horizon with the upcoming large-scale beta weekend.
Dune: Awakening Development Updates
Coming on June 10
Dune: Awakening is building momentum as it approaches its new release date, with various events and activities planned leading up to the launch. However, Funcom announced via a Twitter (X) post on April 15 that they've decided to extend the development timeline by three weeks. Originally slated for a May 20 release, the game will now launch on June 5 for deluxe edition purchasers, and on June 10 for everyone else worldwide.
This decision stems from the valuable feedback gathered during the ongoing Persistent Closed Beta. Funcom is committed to delivering a top-notch game, meticulously considering every piece of feedback and comment from beta testers. The additional three weeks, according to the developers, will provide "the time needed to make improvements that will lead to a better gameplay experience from day one."
Large-Scale Beta Weekend
Despite the delay in the game's release, Funcom has exciting plans in the works. They've announced a large-scale beta weekend next month, offering more players the chance to dive into Dune: Awakening and provide their insights. Details about this event will be forthcoming, so stay tuned.
Funcom describes Dune: Awakening as a "beast of a game," a massive multiplayer survival experience that introduces gameplay and technical innovations unseen in the genre. While waiting, fans can catch livestreams on Steam, YouTube, and Twitch to get a deeper understanding of the game’s features and mechanics.
Dune: Awakening is now scheduled for release on June 10, 2025, for PC, with releases for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S to follow at a later, yet-to-be-announced date. Keep an eye on our updates to stay informed about the latest developments and announcements regarding Dune: Awakening.
