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Dune: Awakening
Action
Adventure
Massively Multiplayer
RPG
Single-player
Multi-player
Co-op
Online Co-op
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Adjustable Text Size
Camera Comfort
Color Alternatives
Custom Volume Controls
Playable without Timed Input
Save Anytime
Stereo Sound
Subtitle Options
Surround Sound
Steam Cloud

Dune: Awakening is an Open World Survival RPG where you can fully immerse yourself in the epic world of Dune. Alone or with friends, explore a vast open world Arrakis, survive the sandworms, build a home, craft an ornithopter, and unravel the mystery of the missing Fremen.

Developers: Funcom
Publishers: Funcom
Release Date: Jun 10, 2025
Price (USD): $39.99
Current Players: 21k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Mostly Positive(73%)
Dune universe atmosphere
engaging survival mechanics
creative base building
rich story and lore
immersive exploration
combat system
player-driven economy
environmental design
enemy diversity
technical issues
forced PvP
punitive endgame
frequent logins
unresponsive support
The reviews reflect a strong appreciation for the early game mechanics, setting, and lore of 'Dune: Awakening'. The game's opening hours offer an engaging journey across the harsh landscape of Arrakis, drawing players into a meticulously crafted world. However, this initial enthusiasm is often tempered by frustration with bugs, technical issues, and the execution of late-game content, particularly the forced PvP element in the Deep Desert. While some revel in the survival crafting and deep desert dynamics, others find the experience marred by redundant mechanics and a lack of endgame depth. Overall, while the game holds immense potential and has captured the essence of Dune for many, the technical hurdles and design choices in later stages significantly impact player satisfaction.

Positive Points

  • The game's setting and atmosphere are praised for capturing the Dune universe's harsh and immersive environment.
  • The survival mechanics, especially the balance of hydration and heat management, add depth and authenticity to the gameplay.
  • Base building is engaging and allows for creativity, with players enjoying the process of expanding and customizing their structures.
  • The initial story and quests are compelling, with rich lore and character interactions that draw players into the world.
  • The combination of survival elements, crafting, and exploration creates an addictive gameplay loop for many players.

    • Negative Points

  • The game is plagued by bugs and technical issues, which often result in the loss of items and progress, frustrating many players.
  • The transition to the endgame, particularly the Deep Desert area, is criticized for being poorly designed and overly punitive.
  • Players express dissatisfaction with the forced PvP aspect at the endgame, which can lead to griefing and resource loss.
  • The game requires frequent logins to maintain bases due to decay mechanics, which many find to be a stressful chore.
  • Customer support is reported as unhelpful or unresponsive, especially concerning the recovery of lost items due to bugs.

    • Mixed Points

  • The game's combat system is debated, with some appreciating its complexity while others find it clunky or imbalanced.
  • The player-driven economy has potential but is often impacted negatively by exploits and inconsistent market pricing.
  • While the environmental design and attention to Dune lore are commendable, some players find the repetitive areas and lack of enemy diversity glaring.

    • Common Themes

  • The capturing of the Dune atmosphere and lore is a consistent highlight, especially for fans of the franchise.
  • Bugs and technical problems are a significant issue, affecting many elements of gameplay and player progress.
  • There is a divide between players who enjoy the initial PvE and those frustrated with the PvP-heavy, grinding endgame.
  • Players find maintenance aspects, like base upkeep, to be more of a burden than engaging gameplay.
    • Updated 9/10/2025, 12:02:13 AM UTC
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