"Dune: Awakening Delayed Three Weeks for Beta-Driven Improvements"

Fans eagerly awaiting the release of Dune: Awakening, the upcoming open-world survival MMO inspired by Frank Herbert's iconic sci-fi novels and Denis Villeneuve's acclaimed films, will need to mark their calendars for a new release date: June 10, 2025. Developer Funcom announced this delay while also offering an early access opportunity for eager players. Those who opt for the Deluxe Edition or Ultimate Edition of the game will be able to dive in starting June 5, 2025.

Funcom shared the news via a tweet, stating:

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

— Dune: Awakening (@DuneAwakening) April 15, 2025

The decision to postpone the release came after the feedback gathered from the ongoing Persistent Closed Beta. Funcom explained that they need "a bit more time to cook" to implement requested changes and improvements. This delay also paves the way for a large-scale beta weekend next month, allowing even more players to experience Dune: Awakening and provide their valuable feedback.

While the delay may disappoint some fans, Funcom is keeping the excitement alive with a combat livestream scheduled for later today at 12pm ET/9am PT. This stream will delve deeper into the game's PvP and PvE mechanics, archetypes, and skills, giving players a clearer picture of what to expect.

Here at IGN, we're thrilled about Dune: Awakening. As we mentioned in our hands-on preview, "It's easy to be skeptical about an MMO survival game set in the Dune universe, 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 to learn more, be sure to check out details on the MMO's business model, post-launch plans, and the in-depth gameplay trailer unveiled at Gamescom ONL last year.