Dune: Awakening MMO Launches Without Monthly Fees

Dune: Awakening is set to launch with no monthly subscription, as confirmed by developer Funcom. Dive into the latest updates and explore the various editions available for purchase.

Dune: Awakening Coming on May 20

No Early Access and No Monthly Subscription

Dune: Awakening will see its full release on May 20, bypassing an 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 support.

This eagerly anticipated multiplayer survival game, inspired by Frank Herbert's iconic 1965 novel, will not require a monthly subscription, setting it apart from other MMOs like Final Fantasy XIV, World of Warcraft, and EVE Online. Funcom has committed to enhancing the game through free updates that will introduce new content, features, and improvements.

With a track record of supporting live service games, Funcom assures long-term support for Dune: Awakening. Their portfolio includes Anarchy Online, celebrating its 25th anniversary next year, and Conan Exiles, which continues to receive regular free updates, DLCs, and expansions.

Pre-Orders Live Now and Game Editions Revealed

Following the announcement, Funcom opened pre-orders on March 24, introducing three distinct editions of the game: Standard, Deluxe, and Ultimate. Pre-ordering any edition grants players two exclusive in-game items: the Terrarium of Muad’Dib, a unique in-base decoration, and the Sunset Dye Global Swatch, a special color pattern applicable to weapons, vehicles, and armor.

Opting for the Deluxe or Ultimate edition provides a 5-day head start, allowing access from May 15. The Deluxe edition includes:

• Season Pass: Access to 4 DLCs, with the first featuring placeables inspired by Arrakis' wildlife, including Shai-Hulud. Subsequent DLCs will follow.
• Sardaukar Bator Armor: The iconic armor of the elite Sardaukar military force.
• One copy of the base game

The Ultimate edition encompasses all Deluxe edition content plus:

• 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 from the 2021 film.
• Dune 2021 Film Stillsuit: The stillsuit worn by Paul Atreides in the film.
• Digital Artbook: A 50-page collection of artworks 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, explore our comprehensive article below!