
Funcom has recently released an enthralling new trailer for Dune: Awakening, their eagerly awaited multiplayer survival game set within the iconic universe of Frank Herbert's "Dune." The trailer showcases the expansive and treacherous deserts of Arrakis, giving players a sneak peek at the myriad challenges and exciting opportunities they will encounter.
In Dune: Awakening, exploration is not just a feature—it's a lifeline. Players are tasked with traversing the perilous dunes to collect vital materials necessary for crafting shelters and vehicles, including combat-ready ornithopters. To streamline resource hunting, players can employ a scanner, and by placing probes on higher ground, they can uncover key points of interest scattered across the map.
These points of interest include everything from crashed spacecraft to abandoned outposts. Accessing these locations often demands creativity and the use of specialized tools such as grappling hooks, power belts, and other gear. All equipment can be enhanced at your base using modular components, ensuring that players are well-equipped to face the relentless dangers of Arrakis.
Dune: Awakening is scheduled to enter early access on May 20, exclusively on PC. Console enthusiasts will have to wait a bit longer, as versions for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S are planned for a future release. In the interim, players can dive into character creation and gauge their system's performance with the benchmark tool available on Steam.
Be sure to mark your calendars—Dune: Awakening launches into early access on Steam on May 20. The game's Steam page already offers a character editor and performance-testing tools, setting the stage for an immersive experience. The full release will eventually expand the game to PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, promising even more adventures on the sands of Arrakis.