"Dune: Awakening Delay: Three Weeks for Beta-Inspired Changes"

The highly anticipated open-world survival MMO, Dune: Awakening, inspired by Frank Herbert's iconic sci-fi novels and Denis Villeneuve's films, has been rescheduled for release on June 10, 2025. Developer Funcom announced this delay, emphasizing their commitment to delivering a polished experience. Those eager to dive into the sands of Arrakis early can do so on June 5 by purchasing the Deluxe Edition or Ultimate Edition of the game.

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

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

Funcom cited feedback from their ongoing Persistent Closed Beta as the reason for the delay, stating that the extra time will allow the team to "cook" the game further and implement requested changes. Additionally, this delay paves the way for a large-scale beta weekend next month, offering more players the chance to experience and provide feedback on Dune: Awakening.

While the delay might be disappointing for some fans eager to explore the Dune universe, Funcom is set to host a combat livestream today at 12pm ET/9am PT. This event will delve into the game's PvP and PvE mechanics, archetypes, and skills, providing fans with more insights into what to expect.

At IGN, we're thrilled about Dune: Awakening. Our hands-on preview highlighted that, "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 more information, explore the MMO's business model and post-launch plans, and don't miss the in-depth gameplay trailer unveiled at Gamescom ONL last year.