Dune: Awakening Beta Spans Weekend and Features Global LAN Party

Get ready for an exhilarating weekend with Dune: Awakening as it gears up for a large-scale beta test that promises to be a game-changer. Dive into the sands of Arrakis and experience the thrill of the upcoming event, which includes a global LAN party. Here's everything you need to know about gaining access to the Beta weekend and what to expect.

Dune: Awakening Large-Scale Beta Weekend

New Story Trailer and Large-Scale Beta Weekend Announced

The excitement for Dune: Awakening is building as Funcom announced a large-scale beta weekend on their official website on April 25. This beta weekend is designed to give players a comprehensive look at the game, featuring cinematic cutscenes and story snippets in a brand-new trailer. The beta test promises to be a massive event, welcoming a significant number of new players without the constraints of an NDA, allowing participants to share their experiences and even stream them live.

According to Funcom's post, participants will have access to the first 20 hours of gameplay, covering most of Act 1 of the story. This gives players a substantial taste of the game's spice and narrative. To participate, players can wishlist and request access on the Dune: Awakening Steam page or secure Beta codes during the game’s global broadcast on May 10. Keep an eye out for more detailed information about the beta soon.

Global LAN Party on May 10

Adding to the excitement, Funcom is organizing a global LAN party for Dune: Awakening on May 10. 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 their official Twitch channel. Check the schedule below to see when the stream kicks off in your region:

• 12 PM PDT
• 3 PM EDT
• 9 PM CEST
• 8 PM BST

During the LAN party, viewers can expect hosts to travel virtually to different locations worldwide, showcasing players in action. Lead developers will be on hand to discuss the game in-depth, while content creators will compete head-to-head in thrilling in-game battles.

The global broadcast on May 10 will also be an opportunity for tens of thousands of players to snag Beta keys, granting them immediate access to the Beta weekend. Just a few days prior, the developers will host their third livestream, focusing on the game's innovative base-building mechanics.

Dune: Awakening is slated for release on June 10, 2025, for PC, with versions for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S to follow at a later, yet-to-be-announced date. Stay tuned to our site for the latest updates and more in-depth information about Dune: Awakening.