"Dune: Awakening Beta Weekend Features Global LAN Party"

Get ready for an immersive experience with Dune: Awakening as it gears up for its large-scale beta weekend, complete with a thrilling global LAN party. Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming event and how you can participate 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 towards its full release with an exciting large-scale beta weekend. On April 25, Funcom unveiled this event on their official website, alongside a captivating new trailer that showcases the game's cinematic cutscenes and intriguing story elements.

The beta test is set to welcome a massive influx of new players, and unlike previous closed betas, it will be free from any Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). This means players can freely share their experiences and even stream their gameplay. As stated in 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 participate in the Beta weekend, players can wishlist and request access to the game on Dune: Awakening's Steam page, or secure Beta codes during the game's global broadcast on May 10. Stay tuned for more details on the beta.

Global LAN Party on May 10

Mark your calendars for May 10, as Funcom is set to host a global Dune: Awakening LAN party, broadcast live from both London and PAX East. The event kicks off at 12 PM PDT / 3 PM EDT / 9 PM CEST / 8 PM BST on their official Twitch channel. Check the schedule below to see when the stream starts in your region:

During the broadcast, hosts will take viewers on a global tour, visiting players in various locations as they dive into the game. Lead developers will be on hand to provide insights and discuss the game's features, while content creators will engage in thrilling in-game competitions.

A highlight of the event will be the distribution of tens of thousands of Beta keys, granting instant access to the upcoming 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 versions to follow at a later, yet-to-be-announced date. Stay informed with the latest updates by checking out our article below!