Dune: Awakening Beta Weekend with Global LAN Party

Dune: Awakening is set to captivate fans with an expansive beta weekend that includes an exciting global LAN party. Dive into the details of this thrilling event and discover how you can secure your spot in the upcoming beta weekend.

Dune: Awakening Large-Scale Beta Weekend

New Story Trailer and Large-Scale Beta Weekend Announced

Dune: Awakening is gearing up for its highly anticipated launch with a large-scale beta weekend. On April 25, Funcom unveiled plans for a dedicated weekend to test Dune: Awakening globally. Alongside this announcement, they released a new trailer that gives fans a glimpse into the game's cinematic cutscenes and narrative elements.

The beta test promises to welcome a substantial number of new players. Unlike previous closed betas, this one will not be bound by an NDA, allowing participants to freely share their experiences and stream gameplay. As stated in the official post, "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, you can wishlist and request access on Dune: Awakening's Steam page, or look out for Beta codes during the global broadcast on May 10. Stay tuned for more updates on the beta event.

Global LAN Party on May 10

On May 10, Funcom is organizing a Global Dune: Awakening LAN party, broadcast live from both London and PAX East. The event will kick off at 12 PM PDT / 3 PM EDT / 9 PM CEST / 8 PM BST on their official Twitch channel. Below is the schedule to help you catch the stream in your time zone:

During the LAN party, hosts will travel virtually to various locations worldwide to showcase gamers in action. Lead developers will be on hand to provide insights into the game, while content creators will engage in thrilling in-game competitions.

Moreover, the broadcast will distribute tens of thousands of Beta keys, granting immediate access to the beta weekend. Just days before, 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 versions coming at a later, yet-to-be-announced date. Stay informed with the latest updates by checking out our dedicated article below!