"Dune: Awakening Delay Extended by Three Weeks for Beta-Driven Enhancements"

The eagerly awaited open-world survival MMO, Dune: Awakening, inspired by Frank Herbert's iconic sci-fi series and Denis Villeneuve's acclaimed films, has been postponed to June 10, 2025. Developer Funcom announced the delay, revealing that players eager for an early experience can access the game starting June 5 by purchasing the Deluxe Edition or Ultimate Edition.

An important update regarding Dune: Awakening: pic.twitter.com/09Ftw4hstj

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Funcom cited feedback from their ongoing Persistent Closed Beta as the reason for the delay, stating the need for "a bit more time to cook." This additional time will allow the team to incorporate valuable changes identified during the beta phase. Additionally, the delay will facilitate a "large-scale beta weekend next month," offering even more players the chance to dive into the game and provide feedback.

While the delay might disappoint some fans eager to explore Arrakis, Funcom is set to host a combat livestream today at 12pm ET/9am PT. The stream will delve into the intricacies of PvP and PvE mechanics, archetypes, and skills, offering fans a deeper look into what Dune: Awakening has in store.

At IGN, we're thrilled about Dune: Awakening. Our hands-on preview highlighted the game's potential, stating, "It's easy to be skeptical about an MMO survival game set in the Duniverse, but after a few bouts of dehydration and sunstroke, the day I spent in Arrakis convinced me that Dune: Awakening is one to watch."

For those looking for more information, be sure to explore the MMO's business model, post-launch plans, and the detailed gameplay trailer showcased at Gamescom ONL last year.