Funcom has just released an enthralling new trailer for Dune: Awakening, their highly anticipated multiplayer survival game set in the iconic universe of Frank Herbert's "Dune." The latest footage showcases the vast, treacherous deserts of Arrakis, giving players a sneak peek into the myriad challenges and exciting opportunities that lie ahead in this expansive world.
In Dune: Awakening, survival hinges on exploration. Players must traverse the perilous dunes to collect vital resources necessary for constructing shelters and vehicles, including battle-ready ornithopters. To streamline the hunt for resources, players can make use of a scanner. Additionally, deploying probes on high ground will unveil crucial points of interest scattered across the map.
These points of interest include crashed spacecraft and abandoned outposts, among others. Accessing these locations often demands creativity and resourcefulness, with tools such as grappling hooks, power belts, and specialized gear proving indispensable. All equipment can be enhanced at your base using modular components, ensuring you're well-equipped to face the perils of Arrakis.
The early access launch of Dune: Awakening is scheduled for May 20, available exclusively on PC. Console enthusiasts can look forward to versions on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S at a later date. In the interim, players can dive into character creation and gauge their system's performance using the benchmark tool provided on Steam.
Be sure to mark your calendars: Dune: Awakening will enter early access on Steam on May 20. The game's Steam page already offers a character editor and performance-testing tools. A full release will extend the adventure to PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, bringing the rich world of "Dune" to a broader audience.