Dune: Awakening Beta Weekend with Global LAN Party

Dune: Awakening is gearing up for an exciting large-scale beta weekend that includes a global LAN party. Dive in to discover all the details about this upcoming event and 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 taking a significant step toward its much-anticipated launch with a thrilling large-scale beta weekend. On April 25, Funcom announced on their official website that they're dedicating an entire weekend to a global beta test for Dune: Awakening. Along with this news, they unveiled an enthralling new trailer showcasing cinematic cutscenes and intriguing story snippets.

The beta test promises to welcome a massive influx of new players and, unlike previous closed betas, will not be bound by an NDA. This means participants can freely share their experiences and even stream their gameplay online. As stated on 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 secure Beta codes during the game’s global broadcast on May 10. Keep an eye out for further details on the beta test.

Global LAN Party on May 10

Adding to the excitement, Funcom is hosting a Global Dune: Awakening LAN party, broadcasting live from both London and PAX East on May 10 at 12 PM PDT / 3 PM EDT / 9 PM CEST / 8 PM BST on their official Twitch channel. Here's the schedule to help you catch the stream at the right time in your region:

During the event, the hosts will travel virtually to different locations worldwide to engage with players in action. Lead developers will be on hand to delve into the game's intricacies, while content creators will compete head-to-head in thrilling in-game battles.

Moreover, the broadcast will distribute 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 June 10, 2025, for PC, 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 comprehensive article below!