"Dune: Awakening Character Creation Now Open"
The highly anticipated survival MMO, *Dune: Awakening*, is set to launch in May, but eager players can dive into the character creation process right now. This early access to character customization not only prepares you for the game's release but also offers exclusive rewards. Let's delve into what you can expect and how to get started.
Dune: Awakening MMO Character Creation Now Open
Game Launches On May 20th
Following an exciting reveal trailer, *Dune: Awakening* is scheduled to hit the shelves on May 20th, 2025, initially for PC via Steam. PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S versions will follow, though specific dates are yet to be announced. In the lead-up to the launch, developer Funcom has introduced the Character Creator and Benchmark Mode. This allows players to start their journey to Arrakis by meticulously crafting their character and ensuring their PC is up to the task.With the Character Creator, you have the freedom to customize every detail of your character's appearance, choose your home planet, caste, and select a mentor or class. These characters will seamlessly transfer into the full game upon release. As an added incentive, early character creators will receive an exclusive Frameblade knife skin, which can be redeemed at launch with a special code.
The Benchmark Sequence is designed to test your PC's performance and automatically adjust graphics settings for the best experience. The sequence takes you through a player-built base in the desert, then to the bustling Harko Village, a key Harkonnen player hub, and culminates in a thrilling encounter with a massive sandworm.
Priced at USD 49.99, Dune: Awakening will soon be available for pre-order on Steam. Pre-orders include a unique in-base decoration, the Terrarium of Muad’Dib, featuring the beloved desert kangaroo mouse from the series.
Dune: Awakening Features An Alternate World
Inspired by Frank Herbert's iconic Dune novels and the subsequent movie adaptations, Dune: Awakening is an open-world multiplayer survival game set in the expansive universe of Arrakis. Players begin as a prisoner tasked with unraveling the mystery of the Fremen's disappearance. The cinematic storyline will see your character evolve from an unknown to a pivotal agent of either the Atreides or the Harkonnen factions.
The game's setting, the vast and ever-changing desert of Arrakis, offers endless exploration opportunities. Each week, new locations, challenges, and rewards will emerge, prompting players to explore and conquer them first. In this dynamic world, you can build bases, engage in combat, explore uncharted territories, and interact with other inhabitants. Carve out your own legacy and ascend through the ranks in this thrilling survival experience.
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