<@&1250062789846761503>
The shifting sands unveil the secrets buried under the dunes of Arrakis.
Stay tuned to learn more about what our upcoming Dune: Awakening Direct will bring to you on June 20th.
#community-announcements
glass thorn
glass thorn
<@&1250062789846761503>
Religion will play an important role in the story of Dune: Awakening. Learn more about it from Léa Talbot, Senior Narrative Designer, during our next Dune: Awakening Direct on June 20th.
The shifting sands are yet to unveil more secrets. Keep an eye out for more details.
glass thorn
Meet Léa Talbot, Senior Narrative Designer on Dune: Awakening, who will be talking about narrative and spirituality on June 20th.
glass thorn
<@&1250062789846761503>
Learn more about the character creation process from Nils Ryborg, Producer in the Creative Team, during our next Dune: Awakening Direct on June 20th.
What other topics will the shifting sands reveal? Stay tuned.
glass thorn
Hear it from Nils Ryborg, Producer in the Creative Team for Dune: Awakening, who will be guiding you through character creation on June 20th.
Tune in here: https://www.youtube.com/live/y3CQAIHXBFE
glass thorn
<@&1250062789846761503>
The shifting sands have unveiled the last piece of information.
On June 20, tune in our next Dune: Awakening Direct to hear more about the technology behind our network infrastructure, as well as an update on our closed beta progress from our Chief Creative Officer, Joel Bylos.
See you on June 20th!
glass thorn
<@&1250062789846761503>
On <t:1718899200:f>, join Soe Gschwind for the second episode of Dune: Awakening Direct. We’ll be talking about the alternate timeline, character creation, religion in Dune: Awakening, as well as a deep dive into our server tech and structure.
We will be live in our Youtube and Twitch channels:
🔴 https://www.youtube.com/live/y3CQAIHXBFE
🟣 https://www.twitch.tv/Funcom
glass thorn
<@&1250062789846761503>
Set your alarms, Sleepers. Join us on YouTube or Twitch today at <t:1718899228:t> as we unveil details around the alternate timeline, what you can expect for the server structure, and more.
Tune in Youtube or Twitch:
https://youtube.com/live/y3CQAIHXBFE
https://twitch.tv/Funcom
glass thorn
<@&1250062789846761503>
Thank you all for tuning in to the second episode of the Dune: Awakening Direct today.
If you didn't make it, or you want to watch it again, we got you covered!
Check the full episode on our Youtube page. And if you want to watch any of the sections on their own, we have also uploaded them separately!
- Full episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sBRo-cotgkQ
- Diving Into the Alternate History: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K3iXncXy5b4
- Narrative and Spirituality: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dbSlspAA2ps
- Character Creation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zYCuGLXLjTU
- What Makes Dune: Awanening an MMO?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5KYT2SssNPQ
glass thorn
We have released a new short video, this time highlighting resource gathering!
You can watch the video in your preferred platform:
- Youtube Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/9NOgzdyF_KY
- Instagram Reels: https://www.instagram.com/reel/C9hlcBEKKQ3/
- Facebook Reels: https://www.facebook.com/reel/2304279456573596
- Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@duneawakening/video/7392588670999547178
glass thorn
<@&1250062789846761503>,
The sands of Arrakis reveal the Communinet Signal, the first installment of our community-focused Dune: Awakening newsletter that we plan to evolve over time with you.
Find some shade, load your literjons, and get ready to peruse this first issue ahead of a month full of action.
You can read it in our blog and Steam news:
glass thorn
<@&1250062789846761503>
Let the Spice guide you on your journey...to the doors of Gamescom!
🎮 World premiere of gameplay at ONL
📺 Gameplay presentations at the booth
📸 Take photos with a massive Shai-Hulud
🛍️ Take home Fremkit gift bags with exclusive swag
We'll be sharing more soon! Stay tuned.
glass thorn
Learn more about how PvP works, Eco Labs, the Hagga Basin and other regions, and more with Force Gaming's exclusive interview with Creative Director, Joel Bylos!
glass thorn
<@&1250062789846761503>
Our third Dune: Awakening Direct is on the way!
Join us on August 29th for a behind-the-scenes look at our Gamescom booth, highlights, and an interview with our Creative Director, Joel Bylos.
glass thorn
<@&1250062789846761503>
Fill those literjons and knock the sand out of your boots to prepare for the Dune: Awakening Direct on <t:1724947200:F>!
We’ll be showing even more gameplay you won’t want to miss.
Set your reminders now!
glass thorn
<@&1250062789846761503>
Tune in tomorrow at 12PM EDT, 6PM CEST for our next Dune: Awakening Direct episode, presented by Soe Gschwind and recorded from Gamescom.
https://youtube.com/live/HP6n4JeoDcc
See you there!
glass thorn
@here
The third Dune: Awakening Direct is live right NOW!
Join our host Soe Gschwind as Joel Bylos takes the controls and gives us a sneak peak around Arrakis.
🔴 https://youtube.com/live/HP6n4JeoDcc
🟣 https://www.twitch.tv/funcom/schedule?segmentID=90c161ff-3181-40b0-acdf-94dbf2714dfe
glass thorn
Missed the third episode of the Dune: Awakening Direct or want to watch it again? We got you covered!
Grab some shade, sip your favorite beverage without rhythm and let Soe Gschwind and Joel lead you through a spicy behind the scenes at gamescom2024
glass thorn
<@&1250062789846761503>
こんにちはみんなーさん!
We’re bringing a piece of Arrakis to Tokyo Game Show 2024 September 26th-29th!
Slip into your stillsuit, grab your literjon, and let the spice guide you to our booth in Hall2.
modest ice
<@&1250062789846761503>
E aí, Brasil?!
Jump into your ornithopters and find us at our booth October 9th-13th at Expo Center Norte São Paulo, Brazil!
Will you be there? We are giving away 25 tickets for FREE access to the convention for Thursday, October 10th!
To enter, just leave an emote on this message, no purchase necessary. Giveaway ends on October 1st, winners will be drawn October 2nd.
If you aren't one of the lucky chosen, or want to attend the convention on the other days, you can grab a ticket here at a discount: https://bit.ly/funcomBGS24
See you then!
(Edit: Sorry for the edit, the GIVEAWAY end on the 1st, winners picked on the 2nd.)
cerulean swan
<@&1250062789846761503>
PSA: In case anyone is worried that this might be a phishing attempt, we sent out a wave of invites to sign an NDA for the Dune: Awakening Closed Beta yesterday. The emails come from no-reply@email.funcom.com. However, please do exercise caution at all times.
We will send a Steam key to those who decide to sign it in the next couple of weeks. Sit tight!
modest ice
<@&1250062789846761503>
Another giveaway time! Interested in participating in the Closed Beta for Dune: Awakening on PC? Here’s your chance! We are selecting a few hundred Sleepers in a random drawing, where those chosen can try their hands at the game.
Just react to this message using an emote, and your username will be entered into the drawing. Multiple emotes will NOT give multiple entries. 🙂 You must also complete the Beta Player Survey, linked in the forum post below.
Please note that if you are chosen you must be 18 years or older to participate in the beta and you must sign an NDA. No purchase necessary!
Winners will be chosen and contacted next week through email. More information can be found here: https://forums.funcom.com/t/dune-awakening-closed-beta-giveaway/263642
modest ice
Hey all,
We have randomly selected from those who entered the Closed Beta giveaway on Discord. The lucky few will be receiving their emails today from the "no-reply@email.funcom.com" email address.
We are still inviting those who signed up for the Closed Beta in waves, so if you didn't get chosen for this giveaway, there are still chances to enter. 🍀
modest ice
<@&1250062789846761503>
It's here, a moment many of you have been waiting for! The second issue of Communinet Signal is here. We've gathered and rounded up a lot of the going ons as well as questions from the community, and so on! This one comes with lots of pictures. 📖
Read on!
modest ice
<@&1250062789846761503>
Yoohoo!! I'm here again to share our next Communinet Signal! Grab your spiced beverage of choice, kick the sand out of your boots, and find your favorite reading corner in the sietch.
Check it out on our blog or on Steam:
glass thorn
Hello <@&1250062789846761503>!
We have just opened a Bluesky account for Dune: Awakening!
If you're on the platform, come give it a follow to stay up-to-date about any news about the game 
Bluesky
upper onyx
<@&1250062789846761503>
We're hosting another giveaway for the Dune: Awakening Closed Beta!
As before, we will randomly select a few hundred Sleepers who will get to try out the game.
Simply respond to this message with an emote and your username will be entered into the drawing. Multiple emotes will NOT result in multiple entries. 
You will also need to complete the beta player survey linked in the forum post below. ⬇️
Note that if you are selected, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in the beta and must sign an NDA. No purchase necessary!
Winners will be chosen and contacted via email next week. Further information and more ways to enter can be found here: https://forums.funcom.com/t/dune-awakening-closed-beta-giveaway/268073
glass thorn
Sleepers, we're thrilled to be nominated for this year's
PCGaming Show Most Wanted!
Tune in to the show tomorrow, December 5th at 12pm PST.
glass thorn
We're excited to announce we'll be sharing a live chat between
PirateSoftware and Joel Bylos, our Creative Director, about all things Dune: Awakening.
⏰ <t:1734102000:f>
🗺️ https://twitch.tv/PirateSoftware
See you tomorrow!
glass thorn
From our team to you Sleepers,
May Shai-Hulud clear the path before you this holiday season. 
Enjoy this moment of peace before finding your way to Arrakis next year!
glass thorn
<@&1250062789846761503>
The fourth Communinet Signal is now available for your perusal. Including an interview with our cosplayer Anhyra, featured fan art and more!
Check it out on our blog and on Steam:
📰 https://bit.ly/DACS4Web
📜 https://bit.ly/DACS4Steam
upper onyx
Hey <@&1250062789846761503>
Earlier today, we sent out the latest wave of e-mails for the Closed Beta, to sign the NDA (Non-Disclosure Agreement).
Please note that these emails are sent by no-reply@email.funcom.com
Exercise caution for your digital security and if you received an email, make sure to sign the NDA as soon as possible.
If you have received your email, remember that this Closed Beta test is under NDA, which means that you will not be able to acknowledge, comment, share impressions, or create content from Dune: Awakening Closed Beta. To ensure a fair and welcoming environment for other Sleepers who have not yet been invited, please refrain from announcing your invitation or participation in the test. Talking about the test and your participation on this or any other channels other than the ones designated for the test will be regulated by our Moderation team.
If you haven't received one, please make sure that you signed up for beta access and fingers crossed, you'll be in one of the next waves.
upper onyx
A note:
If you have received your email, remember that this Closed Beta test is under NDA, which means that you will not be able to acknowledge, comment, share impressions, or create content from Dune: Awakening Closed Beta.
To ensure a fair and welcoming environment for other Sleepers who have not yet been invited, please refrain from announcing your invitation or participation in the test.
Talking about the test and your participation on this or any other channels other than the ones designated for the test will be regulated by our Moderation team.
upper onyx
Hey <@&1250062789846761503> !
We're hosting yet another giveaway for the Dune: Awakening Closed Beta!
We will randomly select a few hundred Sleepers who will get to try out the game.
You know the drill, simply respond to this message with an emote and your username will be entered into the drawing! Multiple emotes will NOT result in multiple entries. You will also need to complete the beta player survey linked in the forum post below. ⬇️
Note that if you are selected, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in the beta and must sign an NDA. No purchase necessary!
Winners will be chosen and contacted via email at a later point. Further information and more ways to enter can be found here: https://forums.funcom.com/t/271124
upper onyx
Discover soft sandy dunes, gorgeous sunsets, and rocky vistas.
Featuring:
🗡️Locals ready to meet you with open "arms"
🪨Thrilling mining opportunities for granite and copper
🪱Exciting wildlife to run from/pray to
Welcome to Hagga Basin South, the starting area of your journey on Arrakis.
upper onyx
Come for the rare resources. Stay for the rock climbing opportunities. Don't be slain by the brutal challenges.
Whether you're here to stay or just passing through on your way to the overland map, your time in the Shield Wall will be memorable.
upper onyx
Hey <@&1250062789846761503> !
We're hosting yet another giveaway for the Dune: ...
We have now closed the giveaway and chosen the lucky Sleepers who were randomly selected. Those who were selected on Discord will be contacted via email soon, once the next wave of NDAs is sent.
Until then...the suspense is still on!
Thank you to everyone who participated, and if your name wasn't drawn this time, don't worry. There will be more chances in the future!
upper onyx
Drawn to the lure of excitement and wonder?
Come to Testing Station #163, where you'll find coveted materials, lush greenery, and inhabitants with a penchant for murder!
We hope you enjoy your visit!
modest ice
Heya <@&1250062789846761503> !
Our 5th issue of the Communinet Signal is out for your reading pleasure.
This features a roundup of events and announcements, concept art of the one-man ground car, beautiful fanart, Q&A and more. 
upper onyx
Good day, <@&1250062789846761503> !
Communinet Signal #6 is up and ready for you.
In this issue we'll go over all the happenings of the last month, explore the carrier ornithopter, answer questions from the community, and more. ☕️
upper onyx
Hello, <@&1250062789846761503>
We’d like to invite you to our Dune: Awakening Community Livestream on March 24th, at 10AM PT/1PM ET/6pm CET.
Join us and have a new look at how we're creating a grand Arrakis: https://www.twitch.tv/funcom
upper onyx
Greetings, <@&1250062789846761503>
We are about to begin the #DuneAwakening Community Livestream!
Join us here: https://www.twitch.tv/funcom
upper onyx
<@&1250062789846761503>
Tune in on Tuesday, April 15th at 9am PT/12pm ET/6pm CEST to catch our next Livestream where we'll be focusing on combat in #DuneAwakening!
🔴 https://bit.ly/4ciNWnn
🟣 https://bit.ly/4iS8VzD
Click interested on the Discord announcement to get a notification when we're about to start!
upper onyx
Happy Friday, <@&1250062789846761503>
Our newest issue of the Communinet Signal is out!
Read all about the latest going-ons, check out exclusive concept art of the Sardaukar dropship, read up on answers from your questions, and more.
upper onyx
<@&1250062789846761503>
Dune: Awakening - Livestream #2 is about to begin!
Tune in here:
🔴 YouTube: https://bit.ly/4ciNWnn
🟣 Twitch: https://bit.ly/4iS8VzD
upper onyx
Hey there, <@&1250062789846761503>, if you've been eager to learn more about combat in Dune: Awakening, check out our livestream from yesterday!
We discuss player builds, PvP and PvE, and server structure.
upper onyx
<@&1250062789846761503>
Join us live on April 29th at 9am PT / 12pm ET / 6pm CEST on Twitch or YouTube for our next #DuneAwakening Livestream where we’ll be doing an Ultimate Edition Giveaway!
upper onyx
<@&1250062789846761503>
Dune: Awakening - Livestream #3 is about to begin!
Tune in here to take a look at our building mechanics, and make sure to join the Ultimate Edition giveaway! 👇
🔴YouTube: https://bit.ly/3YcfdCb
🟣Twitch: https://bit.ly/4jF9vAU
upper onyx
Ask us Anything! Join us on r/duneawakening on May 6th where we’ll be answering many of your burning questions about Dune: Awakening.
We’ll start a thread on May 5th so you can begin submitting your questions or upvote those you’d like to see answered.
See more details: https://duneawakening.com/en/join-our-reddit-ama-on-may-6-ask-us-anything
upper onyx
Heya <@&1250062789846761503> !
Please take a moment to double check that your request access for the Large-Scale Beta Weekend on Steam has gone through. There was an issue on Steam's backend for the first couple of hours on April 25th, and your request may not have gone fully through if you registered then. If you requested access anytime after that, you are good to go.
Thank you and have a great weekend!
cerulean swan
Ask us Anything! Join us on r/duneawakening on May 6th where we’ll be answering ...
Hey <@&1250062789846761503>, the Reddit AMA thread is up and you can start posting your questions before tomorrow.
https://www.reddit.com/r/duneawakening/comments/1kfcc7o/official_dune_awakening_reddit_ama_with_the/
The AMA will start on <t:1746540000:F>. See you there!
upper onyx
<@&1250062789846761503>
Excited for Dune: Awakening? Launch is just around the corner!
Get ready for Dune: Awakening by requesting access on Steam for a chance to participate in our upcoming large-scale Beta Weekend happening May 9-12.
Tune in to our Global LAN Party happening this Saturday, May 10 where you can catch some of your favorite streamers battling it out on Arrakis.
📺 Global LAN Party: https://bit.ly/DAGlobalLanParty
🎮 Steam: https://bit.ly/DuneAwakeningSteam
upper onyx
<@&1250062789846761503>
The Dune: Awakening large-scale Beta Weekend on May 9-12 is almost here! Read our blog to discover all you need to know about accessing the Beta:
https://bit.ly/Dune_Awakening_Beta_Weekend
We also have an FAQ section that addresses many of your questions regarding the Beta Weekend.
upper onyx
<@&1250062789846761503>
Get ready for our PAX East Global LAN Party where two teams will battle to claim Arrakis!
Presenting Team Atreides:
- Shroud
- LIRIK
- summit1g
- QuarterJade
- Sacriel
Tune in on May 10 at 12pm PT / 3pm ET / 8pm BST to watch and for a chance to win a Beta key: https://bit.ly/DAGlobalLanParty
<@&1250062789846761503>
Presenting Team Harkonnen for Saturday's #PAXEast #DuneAwakening Global LAN Party:
- Sodapoppin
- Tyler1
- Emiru
- PikabooIRL
- Xaryu
Tune in on May 10 at 12pm PT / 3pm ET / 8pm BST to watch Team Atreides and Team Harkonnen fight an epic battle on Arrakis: https://bit.ly/DAGlobalLanParty
upper onyx
<@&1250062789846761503>
Want another chance to get involved in the large-scale Beta Weekend?
Moderators of r/duneawakening are giving away 500 keys in a giveaway! Check out the post on how to enter:
https://www.reddit.com/r/duneawakening/comments/1khxwk6/reddit_team_beta_weekend_key_giveaway/
upper onyx
<@&1250062789846761503>
The Beta Weekend for Dune: Awakening has begun! This Beta has no NDA. Share any info you want with friends, or even stream the game for all to see.
If you'd like a chance at a Beta Weekend key, request access on Steam and watch our Global LAN Party tomorrow! Read our FAQ in our blog or on Discord to learn more:
https://bit.ly/Dune_Awakening_Beta_Weekend
https://discord.com/channels/1006265467754790943/1369682587571847288
upper onyx
<@&1250062789846761503>
Good news!
Everyone who has a Dune: Awakening pre-order can now also access the Beta Weekend!
We heard your feedback on this, and we’ve been working with Steam on a solution. If you already own or decide to pre-order any of the editions this weekend, you should now also see a Beta Weekend product in your Steam library. You might need to restart your Steam client to see the Dune: Awakening Beta Weekend app.
We truly appreciate your support and hope you have a great time this weekend.
See you on Arrakis!
upper onyx
<@&1250062789846761503>
Tune in to our Global LAN Party NOW for your chance at a Beta key and witness Team Atreides and Team Harkonnen fight to claim Arrakis!
The show starts at 12pm PT / 3pm ET / 8pm BST!
upper onyx
upper onyx
Uncover the powers of the Bene Gesserit in our first Schools of the Imperium showcase! Master the weirding ways, compel foes with The Voice, and do your part to steer humanity’s evolution. <@&1250062789846761503>
upper onyx
Thank you for playing the Dune: Awakening Beta Weekend! It was a thrill to see so many of you take your first steps on Arrakis.
We expect launch to run even smoother thanks to player feedback and everything learned.
We look forward to welcoming you back to Arrakis on June 10! <@&1250062789846761503>
upper onyx
<@&1250062789846761503>
The newest Communinet Signal is hot off the press!
Catch up on what you may have missed from trailers, streams, and everything in between. We were also spoiled with incredible artwork that you'll want to check out.
Blog: https://bit.ly/DACS8Web
Steam: https://bit.ly/DACS8Steam
upper onyx
Here's a look at a few of the early Bene Gesserit abilities:
Bindu Sprint: Override your nervous system and musculature with an immense surge of activity, allowing you to run forward at an incredible speed.
Compel: Use the Voice to force a target to your position from afar. Voice abilities require a short period for you to “register” your opponent before they can be used.
Trauma Recovery: You are able to heal your body more effectively after suffering catastrophic injury – regenerating your health to a higher threshold than normal.
Will you be learning the ways of the Bene Gesserit?
upper onyx
<@&1250062789846761503>
A great journey on Arrakis is soon upon us, but for now, we’d like to briefly reflect on the Beta Weekend! We wanted to share some of the things you got up to on Arrakis.
Sleepers, what were your favorite moments from the Dune: Awakening Beta Weekend?
upper onyx
Every Great House of the Landsraad fields its own standing army or House Guard, and the backbone of these formations are career soldiers known as Troopers.
Learn more about the Trooper in our second Schools of the Imperium showcase.
upper onyx
<@&1250062789846761503>
Join us on May 28 at 12PM ET/18:00 CEST for our Beyond the Beta: A Glimpse of Mid-to-Endgame livestream!
We'll be deep diving into advanced gameplay in Hagga Basin, Deep Desert, the Landsraad, and more to show you that Dune: Awakening's endgame offers plenty to do whether you prefer PvE or PvP.
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/funcom
YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/2XSo4SPH3nA
upper onyx
<@&1250062789846761503> The Butlerian Jihad outlawed all thinking computers, leaving a vacuum in the universe which was eventually filled by the Order of Mentats.
See the Mentat in action in our third Schools of the Imperium showcase.
upper onyx
<@&1250062789846761503>
For those of you outfit artisans, we've created a Character Guide so you can live as an Atreides, Harkonnen or Fremen outside of Arrakis.
Remember to share your cosplay pics with us using #DuneAwakening!
Guide available to download from the Funcom PR Portal: https://bit.ly/DuneAwakeningCosplayGuide
upper onyx
<@&1250062789846761503>
We're excited to give you a glimpse of what lies beyond the Beta Weekend – into Dune: Awakening’s mid-to-endgame!
Tune in to our next Dune: Awakening Livestream ⬇️
📅 May 28th
🕰️ 12PM EDT/6PM CEST
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/funcom
YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/2XSo4SPH3nA
upper onyx
<@&1250062789846761503>
Tune in NOW to our Mid-To-Endgame livestream for Dune: Awakening! We'll be covering advanced gameplay mechanics, including the Deep Desert and the Landsraad.
🟣 https://www.twitch.tv/funcom
🔴 https://youtube.com/live/2XSo4SPH3nA
upper onyx
<@&1009561704369225869> Our CEO would like to share a few words with you all before Dune: Awakening fully releases tomorrow. See you on Arrakis!
upper onyx
<@&1009561704369225869>
Discord Quest
Accept the Discord Quest and play #DuneAwakening with your Discord client open to unlock an exclusive in-game mural! 🏜️
➡️ https://discord.com/quests/1380192200922763337
Code will be displayed after you've completed the Quest and you can redeem it at: https://duneawakening.com/account
This Discord Quest is available until June 16 and is only available in select regions. Players must also meet Dune: Awakening's age rating to see the Quest.
upper onyx
<@&1009561704369225869> the issue with Discord incorrectly detecting the Character Creator & Benchmark Mode instead of the full game should now be resolved. Discord should now only display Dune: Awakening in your game activity instead of Dune: Awakening - Character Creator & Benchmark Mode. This should also resolve issues with Discord Quest completion for those who are able to accept the Quest.
You may need to fully restart Discord and update it for it to display properly.
upper onyx
<@&1009561704369225869>
A new alliance has been forged in the sands of Arrakis. We’ve partnered with MADRINAS to release the Spiced Chai Tea Latte Limited Edition Collector’s Box — a bold tribute to the spice that flows through all things. 🏜️
Each order includes:
• The powerful Spiced Chai Tea Latte, infused with bold desert flavor
• A custom Dune Awakening Shaker Cup, worthy of any sietch
• And an in-game exclusive mural for your base: “A Memory of Pain”
Pre-order now: https://madrinas.coffee/duneawakening
upper onyx
<@&1009561704369225869>
Got questions about Dune: Awakening or what’s next? Now’s your chance.
Join our dev leadership team for a Reddit AMA on June 19 at 10AM ET/4PM CEST over at r/duneawakening ➡️ https://bit.ly/4la62uT
With launch behind us, we’ve got our ear to the sand to pick up all the feedback we can!
upper onyx
<@&1009561704369225869>
We've been reading your feedback following the AMA on endgame and PvP.
We will share a message from our Creative Director tomorrow to clarify our intentions and our vision.
If you're interested in the topic, stay tuned, we have news that we think you'll like!
upper onyx
<@&1009561704369225869>
We’ve been listening.
The Deep Desert is evolving. PvE players will have more space to explore and progress without unwanted conflict. The Landsraad is getting more variety, better pacing, and stronger rewards.
Check out the letter from our Creative Director to know more about our plans:
upper onyx
Greetings <@&1009561704369225869>, we want to inform you that there are two player surveys we've sent out today. One can be found and filled out on our website: https://duneawakening.com/news/dune-awakening-player-survey/
And the second survey is being sent out via email. Those who have signed up to our newsletter should receive an email from us soon.
Do not fret, these are legitimate surveys from Funcom. We would appreciate you taking a few minutes to fill these out and help us gather feedback so we can continue improving the player experience in Dune: Awakening.
upper onyx
<@&1009561704369225869> our very first building contest for #DuneAwakening is now live! 🏠
Show us your best Atreides, Harkonnen, or CHOAM creations and you could win some great prizes.
Information on how to enter, prizes, dates, rules, and more can be found here: https://bit.ly/BuildYourDune
upper onyx
Greetings <@&1009561704369225869>, we want to inform you that there are two play...
Thank you, everyone, for participating in our surveys. These are now closed and no longer accept submissions.
Additionally, here are the winners' nicknames from the sweepstakes that was part of the survey distributed via email to newsletter subscribers. The winners should have received an email with a code by now.
Cheers!
Dune: Awakening Sweepstakes winners:
- nematral
- The92Ghost
- R3yh
- KillingClean
- Dixter
- KJawad28
- grennak
- Virond
- Dalvaniku
- CardinalEagle68
upper onyx
The winners of our very first building contest are here!
Selecting them among all of these amazing buildings was challenging, but we thank every one of you for participating.
We hope you had as much fun building them, as we did looking through them.
upper onyx
Sleepers, we have a new set of Twitch Drops for you! Unlock special Observer building pieces by watching a Dune: Awakening streamer. These drops are available until September 4th.
upper onyx
Dune: Awakening is now Steam Deck Verified! ✔️
Put some Dune in your Deck and bring a little spice wherever you go.
upper onyx
The full Dune: Awakening vinyl soundtrack, including two bonus-tracks, is now available for pre-order! 🎶
Pre-order in the US: https://www.lacedrecords.com/collections/dune
Pre-order anywhere else: https://www.lacedrecords.co/collections/dune
upper onyx
Frank Herbert’s Dune turns 60 this month, a novel of incredible scope and insight that has inspired countless people.
We are just a fraction of those people, and it is our honor to leave our footprint on the sands of Arrakis.
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<@&1250062789846761503>
Tune in this Thursday to watch our Developer Update Livestream and learn more about the Chapter 2 Free Update and Lost Harvest!
🗓️ <t:1757001600:f>
Sign up for our Discord event to get a notification when it starts!
https://discord.gg/duneawakening?event=1412073852749611129
We have also news regarding our livestreams moving forward. To make it easier to stay up to date with our plans for the game, and to have regular community check-ins, we are introducing two types of live streams. You can read more about this in our blog post:
https://duneawakening.com/news/developer-update-livestream-september-4th/
See you soon! (sune™)
upper onyx
We will have a Free Weekend, with no restrictions, next week from September 11-15! Those who play during the Free Weekend will unlock the Arrakis Rising mural.
upper onyx
Sleepers,
The Free Weekend is almost here, it will start today at 07:00PM CEST / 01:00PM EDT / 10:00AM PDT, <t:1757610038:R>.
upper onyx
Twitch Drops are back with more Observer building pieces!
Watch a Dune: Awakening Twitch streamer from now until October 8 to unlock them.
upper onyx
Single tubs of MADRINAS Spiced Chai Latte are ready
to ship! ☕
Each one comes with the in-game exclusive “A
Memory of Pain” mural. Let the spice flow: https://madrinas.coffee/duneawakening
upper onyx
We have been nominated for PC Game of the Year at the 2025 Golden Joysticks Awards! 🕹️
You can vote for Dune: Awakening until October 31st!
upper onyx
The Art and Making of Dune: Awakening is now available! Within this book you will discover the art and vision that laid the foundation for the Arrakis you inhabit today.
Read our blog for more information about the book and how to order it!
https://duneawakening.com/news/the-dune-awakening-artbook-is-here/
upper onyx
The Observer building pieces continue to expand!
From now until November 19, tune in to any Drops-enabled Dune: Awakening stream on Twitch to start earning your new pieces.
Read more in our blog announcement:
https://duneawakening.com/news/new-twitch-drops-have-arrived/
upper onyx
The Communinet Signal is back! Read all about the latest news, check out creations made from the community, and peruse a Q&A all in one place.
Grab some spiced coffee, turn on that radio, and enjoy:
https://duneawakening.com/news/communinet-signal-9/
upper onyx
Communinet Signal #10 is out now featuring gorgeous creations from the community, an in-depth look at early sandworm concept art featuring our Senior Designer John Wiksen, and more!
📖 Blog: https://bit.ly/CS10Blog
🎮 Steam: https://bit.ly/CS10Steam
upper onyx
<@&1250062789846761503>
Tune in December 18 to watch our Developer Update Livestream and learn more about what's coming for Chapter 3!
🗓️ <t:1766077200:f>
🟪 https://bit.ly/DADSC3TWITCH
🟥 https://bit.ly/DADSC3YT
Sign up for our Discord event to get a notification when it starts!
https://discord.gg/duneawakening?event=1449053511307497562
upper onyx
Communinet Signal #11 is out! This features a mini tour of the Oslo office, shares from the community, Q&A, and more!
We are also asking for any memorable, fond, and/or interesting memories you had while playing so far to feature in our next Signal. You can check out the [thread here](#arrakis-life message) for more on this!
📖 Blog: https://bit.ly/CS11Blog
🎮 Steam: https://bit.ly/CS11Steam
upper onyx
Sleepers,
Awaken your destiny with MADRINAS x Dune: Awakening Water of Life Charged Refresher inspired by the most legendary substance on Arrakis.
- All-Natural Energy
- Low Sugar
- Includes the exclusive Atreides Tea House Wall Relief Decoration in-game!
👉 Order now at: https://madrinas.coffee/4agy45j
upper onyx
New weapons. New bosses. New ways to survive. 🗡️
Enjoying the changes? Let us know by leaving a review on Steam! It helps new players understand what the game offers and supports continued development.
upper onyx
The newest Communinet Signal has arrived! 📯
This one is packed with stats from the latest Community Challenge, new fanart, memories shared by Sleepers, and so much more.
upper onyx
Communinet Signal #13 has arrived! 🌟
And with it comes gorgeous concept art and amazing shares from the community including fanart, screenshots, and buildings. We also have a new Spice for Thought where we're curious to see how you organize your hotbar. You can share on the [thread here](#arrakis-life message)!
upper onyx
I, Tamzin Flaxenraad, fifth son of Graf Heino Flaxenraad of the Alpha Hydrae Flaxenraads, have yet to be consulted on allocating His Imperial Higness' vast income.
I have, however, overseen the new Communinet Signal.
https://duneawakening.com/news/communinet-signal-14/
upper onyx
<@&1250062789846761503> !
As a thank you for being part of our journey, we're hosting a giveaway where you can win the Atreides Battle Rifle variant, an exclusive community item we've been giving away to those featured in our Community Signals.
From today until <t:1775815200:F>, join the giveaway by clicking the Join Giveaway button below for a chance to win!
10 of you will be randomly selected at the end of the giveaway. If you're one of them, the bot will give you instructions to fill a form so we can send you a code that you can redeem at https://account.duneawakening.com !
Good luck!
Conditions
No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. Must be [18+] to enter.
Starts 9 April 2026, 12:03PM CEST and ends 10 April 2026, 12:03PM CEST.
To enter: Click Join Giveaway. Prize: Key for Atreides Battle Rifle.
Winners will be selected at random via Tickety;
This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by Discord.
Personal data will be used solely for administering the giveaway.
Sponsor reserves the right to disqualify entries or modify/cancel the promotion as needed.
Subject to all applicable laws and regulations.
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🎊 GIVEAWAY ENDED 🎊
Dune: Awakening
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🎊 **GIVEAWAY ENDED** 🎊
Congratulations @iron holly, @fading pawn, @novel aurora, @native aurora, @brazen fjord, @mossy cape, @hardy marten, @leaden cypress, @bitter citrus, @vast nymph! You won the Atreides Battle Rifle cosmetic variant giveaway!
upper onyx
Congratulations to the winners of the giveaway! If you've been selected, please reach out to our team by clicking the Claim button provided by the bot!
And remember, there are more ways to get this cosmetic variant! You can get your hands on the Atreides Battle Rifle by being featured in [our Communinet Signal](#community-announcements message), through other initiatives such as helping the D:A Wiki, or other possible giveaways in the future.
Stay hydrated! 
upper onyx
Communinet Signal #15 is ready for you, dear Sleepers!
Be inspired by the plethora of buildings shared by the community along with beautiful screenshots, concept art from Chapter 3, and more.
📜 Blog: https://bit.ly/CS15Blog
📖 Steam: https://bit.ly/CS15Steam
upper onyx
Communinet Signal #16 has arrived!
You can find details on our next livestream, community driven deathraces you can participate in, fan-made creations, a brief Q&A, and more. ✨
Blog: https://bit.ly/CSBlog16
Steam: https://bit.ly/CSSteam16
upper onyx
Still got questions about the upcoming Server Migrations? Check out this informative video where our team shares some key details you might have missed!