Dune: Awakening Beta Weekend with Global LAN Party

Get ready to dive into the sands of Arrakis with Dune: Awakening as they announce an exhilarating large-scale beta weekend that promises to bring fans together in a global LAN party. Mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable gaming experience!

Dune: Awakening Large-Scale Beta Weekend

New Story Trailer and Large-Scale Beta Weekend Announced

Funcom is gearing up for the launch of Dune: Awakening with an exciting large-scale beta weekend. On April 25, they took to their official website to announce this thrilling event, coupled with the release of a new trailer that offers a glimpse into the game’s cinematic cutscenes and compelling story snippets.

The upcoming beta test is set to welcome a massive influx of new players and, unlike previous closed betas, will not be under an NDA. This means players can freely share their experiences and even stream their gameplay online. The beta will give participants access to the first 20 hours of the game and most of Act 1 of the story, allowing you to immerse yourself in the spice-filled world of Dune.

To secure your spot in this beta weekend, you can wishlist and request access via Dune: Awakening's Steam page, or keep an eye out for Beta codes during the game’s global broadcast on May 10. Stay tuned for more detailed information about the beta soon.

Global LAN Party on May 10

On May 10, Funcom will host a spectacular Global Dune: Awakening LAN party, broadcasting live from both London and PAX East. The event kicks off at 12 PM PDT / 3 PM EDT / 9 PM CEST / 8 PM BST on their official Twitch channel. Check out the timetable below to ensure you don’t miss the action:

During the broadcast, the hosts will travel virtually to different locations around the world to check in on players diving into the game. Lead developers will be on hand to discuss the game's intricacies, while content creators will engage in thrilling in-game competitions.

Moreover, tens of thousands of Beta keys will be distributed during the broadcast, granting immediate access to the beta weekend. Just a few days prior, the developers will host their third livestream, this time focusing on the game’s base-building mechanics.

Dune: Awakening is slated for release on June 10, 2025, on PC, with PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S versions following at a later, yet-to-be-announced date. To stay in the loop with all the latest news and updates, be sure to check out our comprehensive article below!