Dune: Awakening Beta Weekend with Global LAN Party

Get ready, fans of the Dune universe! Dune: Awakening is gearing up for an exciting large-scale beta weekend that promises to be a thrilling experience, complete with a global LAN party. Dive into the details of this upcoming event and learn 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

Dune: Awakening is on the fast track to its much-anticipated launch, and Funcom has just announced a large-scale beta weekend to give players a taste of what's to come. On April 25, Funcom shared the news on their official website, alongside a new trailer showcasing stunning cinematic cutscenes and intriguing snippets of the game's story.

The upcoming beta test is set to welcome a massive influx of new players. Unlike previous closed betas, this one will not be bound by an NDA, allowing participants to freely share their experiences and even stream them online. According to the announcement, "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."

To join the beta weekend, players can wishlist and request access on Dune: Awakening's Steam page, or look out for Beta codes that will be distributed during the game's global broadcast on May 10. Keep an eye out for more details about the beta soon.

Global LAN Party on May 10

Mark your calendars for May 10, as Funcom is set to host an epic Global Dune: Awakening LAN party. The event will be broadcast live from both London and PAX East, starting at 12 PM PDT / 3 PM EDT / 9 PM CEST / 8 PM BST on Funcom's official Twitch channel. Here's the timetable to help you tune in at the right time in your region:

During the global LAN party, hosts will travel virtually to different locations worldwide to connect with players. Lead developers will be on hand to discuss the game, while content creators will compete in thrilling in-game battles.

A major highlight of the broadcast will be the distribution of tens of thousands of Beta keys, granting immediate access to the beta weekend. Just a few days prior, the developers will host their third livestream, focusing on the game’s base-building mechanics.

Dune: Awakening is slated for release on PC on June 10, 2025, with PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S releases to follow at a later, yet-to-be-announced date. Stay updated with the latest news on the game by checking out our article below!