Dune: Awakening Character Creation Now Open

Get ready for an epic adventure in the sands of Arrakis with Dune: Awakening, the survival MMO set to launch on May 20th, 2025. But the excitement doesn't have to wait—players can dive into the game's immersive world right now by creating their characters ahead of the release. Here's everything you need to know about what to expect before the game hits the market.

Dune: Awakening MMO Character Creation Now Open

Game Launches On May 20th

Following an exciting reveal trailer, Dune: Awakening is set to launch on May 20th, 2025, exclusively for PC via Steam. Console enthusiasts on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S can look forward to it later, though the exact date remains under wraps. In the lead-up to the launch, developer Funcom has introduced the Character Creator and Benchmark Mode. These tools let players begin their journey on Arrakis by meticulously crafting their character and checking if their PC hardware is up to the task.

With the Character Creator, you have the freedom to customize every detail of your appearance, choose your home planet, caste, and select a mentor or class. Once the game launches, these characters will seamlessly transfer into the full experience. Plus, early creators will snag an exclusive Frameblade knife skin, available through a redeemable code at launch.

The Benchmark Sequence evaluates your PC's performance, automatically adjusting graphics settings for the best gameplay experience. This sequence will guide you through a player-built desert base, the vibrant Harko Village—a hub for Harkonnen players—and culminate in a thrilling encounter with a massive sandworm.

Priced at USD 49.99, Dune: Awakening will soon be available for pre-order on Steam. Pre-orders come with a special in-base decoration, the Terrarium of Muad’Dib, featuring the beloved desert kangaroo mouse from the series.

Dune: Awakening Features An Alternate World

Drawing inspiration from Frank Herbert's iconic Dune novels and the cinematic adaptations, Dune: Awakening is an open-world multiplayer survival game set in the expansive universe of Arrakis. You start as a prisoner tasked with unraveling the mystery of the Fremen's disappearance. Your journey will see you rise from obscurity to becoming a pivotal figure in either the Atreides or Harkonnen factions.

The game's open world is the vast, ever-changing desert of Arrakis, where exploration knows no bounds. Weekly updates will introduce new locations, challenges, and rewards, fueling a race among players to be the first to uncover them. In Arrakis, you can construct bases, engage in thrilling combat, delve into uncharted territories, and interact with the planet's inhabitants. Carve out your own legacy and ascend through the ranks in this dynamic world.

Embark on your journey to Arrakis now and prepare for the adventure of a lifetime with Dune: Awakening.