Dune: Awakening is set to launch with no monthly subscription, a decision that sets it apart from other MMOs like Final Fantasy XIV, World of Warcraft, and EVE Online. Funcom, the developer behind this highly anticipated game, has shared exciting updates about its upcoming release and the various editions players can pre-order.
Dune: Awakening Coming on May 20
No Early Access and No Monthly Subscription
Dune: Awakening will see its full release on May 20, bypassing the early access phase. In a detailed blog post on Steam dated March 21, Funcom elaborated on the game's business model, system requirements, and plans for post-launch content.
The game, inspired by Frank Herbert's iconic 1965 novel, will not require a monthly subscription. Instead, Funcom plans to keep the game evolving through free updates that will introduce new content, features, and enhancements. This approach reflects Funcom's commitment to long-term support, drawing on their experience with other live service games such as Anarchy Online, which will celebrate its 25th anniversary next year, and Conan Exiles, which continues to receive regular updates and expansions.
Pre-Orders Live Now and Game Editions Revealed
Following the announcement, pre-orders for Dune: Awakening opened on March 24, offering players a chance to secure one of three editions: Standard, Deluxe, or Ultimate. Pre-ordering any edition grants players 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.
Pre-ordering the Deluxe or Ultimate edition also provides a 5-day head start, allowing access to the game from May 15. The Deluxe edition includes the following:
- Season Pass: Comprising 4 DLCs, with the first featuring placeables inspired by Arrakis's wildlife, including Shai-Hulud. The subsequent three DLCs will be released later.
- Sardaukar Bator Armor: The intimidating armor of the elite Sardaukar military force that hunts players in the game.
- One copy of the base game
The Ultimate edition encompasses all items from the Deluxe edition, plus additional exclusive content:
- 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 stillsuit worn by Paul Atreides in the film.
- Digital Artbook: A 50-page collection of artwork from the game's development.
- Digital Soundtrack: 90 minutes of music from the game.
For more details on Dune: Awakening's pre-order options and DLCs, be sure to check out our comprehensive article below!
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