Dune: Awakening is set to host an exhilarating large-scale beta weekend, complete with a global LAN party. Dive into the details of this upcoming event and discover how you can secure your spot in the Beta weekend.
Dune: Awakening Large-Scale Beta Weekend
New Story Trailer and Large-Scale Beta Weekend Announced
As Dune: Awakening gears up for its much-anticipated launch, Funcom has unveiled plans for a thrilling large-scale beta weekend. Announced on their official website on April 25, this event promises to give players a deep dive into the game's universe. Alongside this announcement, a captivating new trailer showcasing cinematic cutscenes and story snippets was released, building excitement for what's to come.
The beta test is set to welcome a significant influx of new players, and unlike previous closed betas, there will be no NDA. This means participants can freely share their experiences and even stream their gameplay online. According to Funcom's post, "With access to the first 20 hours of the game and most of Act 1 of the story, you will get a taste of both spice and story." This is a fantastic opportunity to explore the immersive world of Dune: Awakening.
To join the Beta weekend, you can wishlist and request access via the game’s Steam page or keep an eye out for Beta codes during the global broadcast on May 10. Stay tuned for more details about the beta event as they become available.
Global LAN Party on May 10
In addition to the beta weekend, Funcom is organizing a Global Dune: Awakening LAN party. This event will be broadcast live from both London and PAX East on May 10 at 12 PM PDT / 3 PM EDT / 9 PM CEST / 8 PM BST on their official Twitch channel. Here’s the schedule so you can catch the action in your time zone:
- 12 PM PDT
- 3 PM EDT
- 9 PM CEST
- 8 PM BST
During the broadcast, hosts will travel to various locations worldwide to showcase players engaged in the game. Lead developers will be on hand to discuss the game's intricacies, and content creators will compete head-to-head in an exciting in-game tournament.
A highlight of the event will be the distribution of tens of thousands of Beta keys, offering immediate access to the Beta weekend. Just days before this, the developers will host their third livestream, focusing on the game’s base-building mechanics.
Dune: Awakening is slated for release on June 10, 2025, for PC, with PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S releases to follow at a later, yet-to-be-announced date. Keep up with the latest updates on the game by checking out our dedicated article below!
