Fans of the epic fiction franchise Dune are in for a treat. Not only do they get to see in theaters the sequel to the box office-hit 2021 film. But also they get to see more details about the upcoming MMO Dune: Awakening.
Funcom recently dropped the latest trailer for the newest addition to the franchise - days after Dune: Part Two premiered in cinemas.
Developers have yet to reveal crucial information, like its release window. But the video showed an exclusive look into the game, including its core gameplay. And they took the liberty to showcase their progress in 15 minutes.
Titled Survive Arrakis, players and fans got to see its Unreal Engine 5-generated visuals, including Dune's iconic desert landscape.
Dune: Awakening combines elements of survival MMO and open-world sandbox. First announced in 2022, Funcom promised to deliver an 'experience like no other.'
"Dune: Awakening is more sandbox than a theme park," the Norway-based developer said in a press statement. "The emphasis lies in the freedom it offers in choosing and pursuing your goals, and the emergent moments that arise as they clash with that of other players."
Based on the Survive Arrakis trailer, the game will feature base-building mechanics. This will allow players to establish their foothold Arrakis. They can build shelters, water collectors, and defenses from the constant sandstorms.
The trailer also teased fans of the combat sequences - whether facing off against rival factions or the fearsome sandworms.
Exploration is equally vital. Players uncover ancient artifacts, hidden oases, and forgotten lore. Dune: Awakening will also have a dynamic weather system that will affect the gameplay.
Dune Awakening is expected to hit PC devices as well as consoles like PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. / ###