The Dune franchise once had a major position in games. As time went on, however, we hit a drought of Dune titles that lasted decades. With the release of the new films bringing the IP back into the spotlight, we not only got an announcement of a new RTS Dune game, Dune: Spice Wars, but a second one as well that took the entire industry by surprise. While Spice Wars looks to be a return to one of the best strategy games ever made, this new title takes the series in a different direction. Dune: Awakening was first revealed at Gamescom 2022 with just a glimpse at what the game would be. Even though much of the game is still buried, waiting to be revealed, what we do know can at least give enough of a picture to spark some interest. Dune: Awakening looks to be appealing to a much different audience than Spice Wars and break into the running for best survival games. So whether you’re a fan of the books, films, or just unique sci-fi games in general, here’s everything we know about the upcoming PC game, Dune: Awakening.
* Dune: Awakening is a highly anticipated new game based on the iconic science fiction novel “Dune” by Frank Herbert. * The game is set to launch in early 2025 on PC. * Console versions are currently unconfirmed.
The trailer ends with him extending his weapons and leaping into the sand to attack, with the final narration being, “Only I will remain.” The text fades out to tell us this will be a Dune open-world survival MMO. The only other details available come from Dune: Awakening‘s official website, but being a survival MMO, the story and plot are either being kept a tight secret — more likely, they will not be a major component. The only small aspect we can gather is that this will indeed take place on Arrakis and you will play as your own custom character in the Dune universe with a journey that you will shape yourself.
* **Nameless Prisoner:** You begin as a nameless prisoner on Arrakis, a desolate planet known for its vast sand dunes and the precious spice melange. * **Customization:** You can customize your prisoner’s background, appearance, and skills. This allows for a unique and personalized experience.
* **Survival:** Building shelters, maintaining a stillsuit, and venturing further into the desert. * **Sandworms:** A constant threat to survival. **Detailed Text:**
The harsh realities of the desert environment demand a comprehensive understanding of survival strategies.
The game will feature a deep and immersive world with a rich history and lore. Players will be able to create their own unique characters with complete customization. They can choose their race, gender, class, and even their appearance. The game will also feature NPC factions with whom players can interact.
**Guilds:**
* **Mentat:** A highly intelligent and analytical group focused on strategy and information gathering. They excel in research, planning, and combat tactics. * **Trooper:** A disciplined and physically strong group specializing in close-quarters combat and tactical maneuvers. * **Planetologist:** A group of experts in the study of planets and their environments, focusing on resource management and exploration.
This is an important question because it directly affects the single player experience. Whether or not you need to have a multiplayer connection to play the game, will shape your experience. Let’s break it down further.
