"Dune: Awakening MMO Launches Without Monthly Fees"

Dune: Awakening's developer has exciting news for fans eagerly awaiting the game's release: it will launch without the burden of a monthly subscription. Dive into the latest updates and explore the various game editions available for purchase.

Dune: Awakening Coming on May 20

No Early Access and No Monthly Subscription

Dune: Awakening developer Funcom has confirmed that the game will fully launch on May 20, bypassing the early access phase. This announcement was detailed in their latest Steam blog post dated March 21, where they also shared insights into the game's business model, system requirements, and post-launch strategies.

Set in the universe of Frank Herbert's iconic 1965 sci-fi novel, Dune: Awakening promises a multiplayer survival experience without the recurring cost seen in other MMOs like Final Fantasy XIV, World of Warcraft, and EVE Online. Instead, the game will evolve through free updates, continuously adding new content, features, and enhancements.

Funcom assures players that Dune: Awakening will receive long-term support, drawing on their extensive experience with live service games. Their portfolio includes Anarchy Online, soon to celebrate its 25th anniversary, and Conan Exiles, which continues to thrive with regular free updates, DLCs, and expansions.

Pre-Orders Live Now and Game Editions Revealed

Following the announcement, Funcom revealed more details about the game's editions and opened pre-orders on their official website on March 24. Players can choose from three editions: Standard, Deluxe, and Ultimate. Pre-ordering any edition grants access to two exclusive in-game items: the Terrarium of Muad’Dib, a detailed in-base decoration, and the Sunset Dye Global Swatch, a unique color pattern applicable to weapons, vehicles, and armor.

Opting for the Deluxe or Ultimate edition also offers a 5-day head start, allowing early access starting May 15. The Deluxe edition includes:

• Season Pass: Featuring 4 DLCs, with the first introducing placeables inspired by Arrakis wildlife, including Shai-Hulud. The remaining three DLCs will follow at a later date.
• Sardaukar Bator Armor: The intimidating armor of the elite Sardaukar forces, which players will encounter in-game.
• One copy of the base game

The Ultimate edition encompasses all Deluxe edition items and adds:

• Dusk Rider Sandbike Swatch: A unique color pattern for your sandbike.
• Blue Dasher Ornithopter Swatch: A unique color pattern for your ornithopter.
• Caladan Palace Building Set: Building pieces and placeables inspired by the 2021 film.
• Dune 2021 Film Stillsuit: The iconic stillsuit worn by Paul Atreides in the film.
• Digital Artbook: A 50-page collection showcasing artwork from the game’s development.
• Digital Soundtrack: 90 minutes of music from the game.

For more detailed information about Dune: Awakening's pre-orders and DLCs, be sure to check out our comprehensive article below!