Dune: Awakening Beta Weekend with Global LAN Party

Get ready, fans of the Dune universe! Dune: Awakening is set to thrill with a large-scale beta weekend that promises to be an epic event. This upcoming beta test not only offers gamers a sneak peek into the immersive world of Dune but also features a global LAN party to bring players together from across the globe. Dive into the details to see how you can join the excitement.

Dune: Awakening Large-Scale Beta Weekend

New Story Trailer and Large-Scale Beta Weekend Announced

As Dune: Awakening gears up for its highly anticipated launch, Funcom has unveiled plans for a thrilling large-scale beta weekend. On April 25, the developers announced on their official website that they're dedicating a whole weekend to test the game's global appeal. Alongside this announcement, they've released an enticing new trailer that showcases cinematic cutscenes and intriguing story snippets, heightening the anticipation for what's to come.

This beta test is set to welcome a massive influx of new players and, unlike previous closed betas, it will be free from any NDA restrictions. This means participants are encouraged to share their experiences and even stream them live. As Funcom states, "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."

Eager to join the adventure? You can secure your spot in the beta by wishlisting and requesting access on Dune: Awakening's Steam page, or by tuning into the game’s global broadcast on May 10 to snag one of the Beta codes being distributed. Stay tuned for more details about the beta soon.

Global LAN Party on May 10

Mark your calendars for May 10, when Funcom will host a spectacular Global Dune: Awakening LAN party. This 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. Here's the schedule to help you catch the action in your timezone:

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

During the broadcast, expect to see hosts hopping around the world to check in on players enjoying the game. Lead developers will be on hand to discuss Dune: Awakening, and content creators will compete head-to-head in thrilling in-game battles.

But that's not all! Tens of thousands of Beta keys will be up for grabs during the live broadcast, offering immediate access to the beta weekend. Just a few days prior, the developers will host their third livestream, focusing on the game's base-building mechanics.

Dune: Awakening is slated for a PC release on June 10, 2025, with PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S versions to follow at a later, yet-to-be-announced date. To stay in the loop with the latest updates, be sure to check out our dedicated article below!