"Dune: Awakening Character Creation Now Open"

Get ready for an epic adventure as the highly anticipated survival MMO, *Dune: Awakening*, is set to launch in May. But the excitement doesn't have to wait—players can dive into the character creation process right now, gearing up for the big release. Here's everything you need to know about what to expect and how to prepare for your journey on Arrakis.

Dune: Awakening MMO Character Creation Now Open

Game Launches On May 20th

After an enthralling reveal trailer, *Dune: Awakening* is scheduled for release on May 20th, 2025, initially on PC via Steam. Console gamers on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S can look forward to it later, though the exact date remains under wraps. In the lead-up to the launch, developer Funcom has opened the Character Creator and Benchmark Mode. This allows players to start their journey to Arrakis by meticulously crafting their character and ensuring their PC is up to the task.

With the Character Creator, players have the freedom to customize every detail of their appearance, choose their home planet, caste, and even select a mentor or class. These characters will be seamlessly imported into the full game upon its release. As an added bonus, early character creators will receive an exclusive Frameblade knife skin, which can be redeemed at launch with a special code.

The Benchmark Sequence is designed to test your PC's performance and adjust graphics settings for the best experience. It guides players through a player-built base in the desert, then to the bustling Harkonnen player hub, Harko Village, and culminates in a thrilling encounter with a massive sandworm.

Priced at USD 49.99, Dune: Awakening will soon be available for pre-order on Steam. Pre-orders include a unique in-base decoration, the Terrarium of Muad’Dib, featuring the beloved desert kangaroo mouse from the series.

Dune: Awakening Features An Alternate World

Set in the universe of Frank Herbert's iconic Dune novels and inspired by the movie adaptations, Dune: Awakening is an open-world multiplayer survival game. Players begin as a prisoner tasked with unraveling the mystery of the vanished Fremen. The game's cinematic narrative will follow your character's rise from obscurity to becoming a pivotal agent for either the Atreides or the Harkonnen factions.

The vast and ever-changing desert of Arrakis serves as the game's expansive open world, offering endless exploration opportunities. Each week, new locations, challenges, and rewards will emerge, prompting players to race and be the first to discover them. On Arrakis, you can construct bases, engage in combat, explore the unknown, and interact with the local populace. Leave your mark and ascend the ranks in this dynamic world!