Dune: Awakening Lets You Ride Sandworms

While sandworm-riding is every player's first impulse in Dune: Awakening, most attempts end in failure—unless you're incredibly persistent and don't mind graphical glitches like screen-tearing or clipping through objects. This isn't an official game feature (though developer Funcom reportedly considered it before scrapping the idea), but through meticulous observation of sandworm behavior—treating them like an Elden Ring boss—and lightning-fast reflexes, it's actually possible to mount one. Redditor SgtDolphin has shared not one, but two videos demonstrating sandworm riding. Using skills and equipment like the Bindu Sprint ability, Full Suspensor Belt, and Emperor’s Wings, players can gain enough speed and air control to pull it off (thanks, PC Gamer). Even when mounted, you can't steer the worm, and staying aboard requires constant adjustments. Still, Dolphin proves it's achievable. > Riding the Sandworm > byu/SgtDolphin in duneawakening .reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; } "It's very glitchy at times, especially on shifting sand," SgtDolphin explained in the comments. "Many deaths later, I finally got these rides—worm-jockeying is a dangerous sport!" > Riding The Sandworm: Part Two > byu/SgtDolphin in duneawakening .reddit-embed-wrapper iframe { margin-left: 0 !important; } Our review of Dune: Awakening is still in progress. While we're not entirely sold on the gunplay, our early impressions suggest a massive world to explore: "After 35+ hours, I still feel like I'm just scratching the surface—new zones, main story progress, and deeper PvP encounters await. Expect a full review update later this week as I push toward endgame." The survival MMO has already peaked at over 117,000 concurrent players on Steam. For more details, check out the game's business model and post-launch roadmap. Need survival tips? Our resource guides cover everything from iron to aluminum. If you're just starting, explore the available classes and follow our in-progress walkthrough for story guidance.