The highly anticipated open-world survival MMO, *Dune: Awakening*, inspired by Frank Herbert's iconic sci-fi novels and the visionary films by Denis Villeneuve, has been rescheduled for release on June 10, 2025. Developer Funcom announced this delay, emphasizing their commitment to delivering an exceptional gaming experience. Eager fans can gain early access to the game starting June 5 by purchasing the Deluxe Edition or Ultimate Edition.
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Funcom explained that the delay follows feedback from their ongoing Persistent Closed Beta, allowing the development team additional time to refine the game. This extra period will enable them to incorporate valuable changes and improvements suggested during the beta phase. Moreover, the delay will facilitate a large-scale beta weekend next month, offering more players the chance to experience *Dune: Awakening* and contribute their feedback.
While the delay might be disappointing for some, Funcom is keeping the excitement alive with a combat livestream scheduled for today at 12pm ET/9am PT. This event will delve into the game's PvP and PvE mechanics, archetypes, and skills, providing fans with more insights into what to expect.
At IGN, our enthusiasm for *Dune: Awakening* remains high. Our hands-on preview stated, "It's easy to be skeptical about an MMO survival game set in the Dune universe, but after a few bouts of dehydration and sunstroke, the day I spent in Arrakis convinced me that Dune: Awakening is one to watch."
For those interested in learning more, you can explore details about the MMO's business model, post-launch plans, and view the in-depth gameplay trailer that was showcased at Gamescom ONL last year.
