Fans of the Dune universe will need a bit more patience before stepping onto the sands of Arrakis. 🐛 Funcom has officially delayed the release of Dune: Awakening, pushing the original May launch to June 2025. The announcement came via a recent developer update, with the team citing valuable feedback from beta testers as the reason for the delay.
An important update regarding Dune: Awakening: pic.twitter.com/09Ftw4hstj
— Dune: Awakening (@DuneAwakening) April 15, 2025
🎮 Early Access Still Happening
Don’t worry — if you’ve pre-ordered the Deluxe or Ultimate Edition, you’ll still get early access to the game ahead of the full release. 🛸💥
🧪 Massive Playtest Incoming
To make the wait more exciting, Funcom is planning a large-scale weekend playtest next month! 🌌 This will give even more players the opportunity to dive into Dune: Awakening, explore the world of Arrakis, and offer crucial feedback before launch.
📆 When Is It Releasing Now?
- 🖥️ PC: Official release in June 2025
- 🎮 PS5 & Xbox Series X|S: Launch planned after the PC release (date still TBA)
While June might stretch the definition of “early 2025,” it still falls within the first half of the year, keeping hopes high for fans eager to experience this survival MMO set in the legendary Dune universe.
🗣️ Are You Joining the Fight for Spice?
Are you excited about Dune: Awakening despite the delay? Planning to join the playtest or wait for the console version? Drop your thoughts below, and stay tuned for more updates from the sands of Arrakis!
