Dune: Awakening Beta Weekend Features Global LAN Party

Dune: Awakening is gearing up for an exciting large-scale beta weekend that promises to be a thrilling event for fans. This upcoming beta test not only offers a chance to dive into the game's world but also features a global LAN party. Here’s everything you need to know about this much-anticipated event and how you can participate.

Dune: Awakening Large-Scale Beta Weekend

New Story Trailer and Large-Scale Beta Weekend Announced

Funcom has announced a thrilling large-scale beta weekend for Dune: Awakening, set to take place following their official statement on April 25. This event marks a significant milestone as the game approaches its launch, offering players a chance to experience the first 20 hours of gameplay and most of Act 1. The beta will be open to a massive number of new players and, unlike previous closed betas, will not be under an NDA. This means participants can freely share their experiences and stream their gameplay online.

To gain access to this exciting beta weekend, players are encouraged to wishlist the game and request access via the Dune: Awakening Steam page. Alternatively, Beta codes will be available during the game's global broadcast on May 10. Stay tuned for more details as they are released.

Global LAN Party on May 10

Adding to the excitement, Funcom is organizing a global LAN party for Dune: Awakening on May 10, broadcast live from both London and PAX East. The event will kick off at 12 PM PDT / 3 PM EDT / 9 PM CEST / 8 PM BST on Funcom's official Twitch channel. Check the timetable below to see when the stream starts in your region:

During the broadcast, viewers can expect to see hosts visiting various global locations to engage with players. Lead developers will be on hand to discuss the game in depth, and content creators will compete in exciting in-game challenges. What’s more, tens of thousands of Beta keys will be distributed during the live stream, offering immediate access to the beta weekend. Just a few days prior, the third livestream will showcase the game’s base-building mechanics.

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