Dune: Awakening Character Creation Now Open

Are you ready to dive into the sandy expanses of Arrakis? The highly anticipated survival MMO, *Dune: Awakening*, is set to launch on May 20th, 2025, for PC via Steam, with PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S versions to follow later. But why wait until then? You can start your journey now by creating your character, thanks to the early release of the Character Creator and Benchmark Mode by developer Funcom.

Dune: Awakening MMO Character Creation Now Open

With the Character Creator, you have the freedom to customize every detail of your character's appearance. Choose your home planet, caste, and even a mentor or class that will shape your journey. These meticulously crafted characters will seamlessly transfer into the full game upon its release. As an added bonus, early creators will receive an exclusive Frameblade knife skin, which can be redeemed with a code at launch.

The Benchmark Sequence is designed to test your PC's performance and automatically adjust the graphics settings for the best experience. You'll be taken through a player-built base in the desert, then to the bustling Harko Village, a key Harkonnen player hub, and finally, you'll face a thrilling encounter with a massive sandworm.

*Dune: Awakening* will be available for USD 49.99, and pre-orders will soon be open on Steam. Pre-order to receive the Terrarium of Muad’Dib, a unique in-base decoration featuring the beloved desert kangaroo mouse from the series.

Dune: Awakening Features An Alternate World

Set in the universe of Frank Herbert's iconic *Dune* novels and inspired by the movie adaptations, *Dune: Awakening* is an open-world multiplayer survival game. You begin as a prisoner tasked with unraveling the mystery of the Fremen's disappearance. As you progress, you'll rise from obscurity to become a pivotal agent for 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 Arrakis, you can construct bases, engage in combat, explore uncharted territories, and interact with other inhabitants. Carve out your own legacy and ascend through the ranks in this dynamic world.