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Dune: Awakening
Action
Adventure
Massively Multiplayer
RPG
Single-player
Multi-player
MMO
PvP
Online PvP
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
Family Sharing

Rise from survival to greatness and challenge the power of an Imperium in Dune: Awakening, a multiplayer survival game on a massive scale. Survive the sandworm, craft your ornithopter, build a fortress, and ascend to power on an open world Arrakis shared with hundreds of other players.

Developers: Funcom
Publishers: Funcom
Release Date: Jun 10, 2025
Price (USD): $49.99
Current Players: 35k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Mostly Positive(79%)
Dune universe
world-building
exploration
base-building
narrative
Deep Desert
PvP implementation
resource gathering
bugs
endgame PvP
hackers
technical issues
developer communication
Many players find the game's setting in the Dune universe and early-game experience to be engaging and immersive, with excellent survival mechanics and intricate world-building. However, significant bugs and technical issues, coupled with a poorly implemented endgame PvP experience, leave many players frustrated. The developers' perceived lack of response to player feedback and ongoing issues undermines what could otherwise be a promising experience.

Positive Points

  • The game's setting in the Dune universe is highly praised for its faithfulness to the source material and its immersive world-building.
  • Players appreciate the game mechanics such as base-building, resource gathering, and survival elements, which add depth to the gameplay.
  • The narrative and atmosphere effectively capture the essence of the Dune universe, providing an engaging experience for fans of the series.
  • Many players find the exploration aspect of the game rewarding, with a variety of environments and hidden areas to discover.
  • The game offers a good balance of resource management and crafting, making it enjoyable for players who like to strategize.

    • Negative Points

  • Significant bugs and glitches that affect gameplay, such as inventory items disappearing, losing progress, and crashes.
  • The endgame experience in the Deep Desert is criticized for being unbalanced and heavily reliant on PvP, which many players find unenjoyable.
  • Hackers and cheaters are rampant, leading to unfair gameplay experiences and loss of resources without any support or reimbursement from developers.
  • Developers are perceived as unresponsive and lacking in communication regarding ongoing issues, leading to player frustration.
  • The current state of PvP is heavily criticized for being toxic and poorly implemented, deterring players from engaging in it.

    • Mixed Points

  • While the game's base-building and early/mid-game progression are well-liked, the game's deep desert endgame content is seen as lacking and a point of contention.
  • Players are divided on the game's PvP implementation; some enjoy it, while others feel it is poorly balanced and not rewarding.

    • Common Themes

  • The game's initial phases, including world exploration and base-building, are highly praised, but the transition to endgame content is seen as a significant drop in quality.
  • Many reviews highlight the frequent technical issues and bugs that can severely disrupt gameplay and progress, detracting from the overall experience.
  • The developers' handling of patches and player feedback, particularly concerning game-breaking bugs and PvP issues, is a major source of frustration.
    • Updated 7/8/2025, 12:02:42 AM UTC
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