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Funcom business and news from across the web.- MMO Week in Review: EverQuest risingThis week's MMO news roundup highlights the resurgence of the EverQuest franchise with EverQuest Legends entering paid beta and expansions teased for EverQuest and EverQuest II. Other major stories include the implosion of DreamWorld, potential layoffs at Blizzard and Bethesda, and Sony's shutdown of PS3 and PS Vita storefronts. The article also covers updates and news from various other MMOs like Elder Scrolls Online, Conan Exiles, and Valheim.
Enginefall developer Red Rover Interactive is making layoffsRed Rover Interactive has announced layoffs across its UK and Norway offices as part of a restructuring process. The studio, which is developing the survival crafting shooter Enginefall, stated the cuts are intended to place the company on a more sustainable footing for the next phase of development. This news follows a $15 million investment led by Krafton in 2024.- Roadmaps and PlansFuncom provided an update on Dune: Awakening, recapping the past year's development and outlining plans for a September preview. The update covers the game's roadmaps and future development.
- Dune Awakening recaps its first year and fall plans and teases post-console plans in new videoFuncom provided an update on Dune Awakening, detailing plans for its September console launch and the year's development progress. The console release will feature a complete version of the game with solo offline play, expanded story content, and a new onboarding system, followed by the Polar Cap map. The developers also recapped changes made over the past year, including PvP adjustments and endgame revamps.
Funcom Releases Dune: Awakening Console Deep Dive, Announces Physical EditionFuncom has announced that Dune: Awakening will launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X on September 22nd, with a physical edition available in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, North and South America, and Japan. The game, already available on PC, is an open-world survival experience inspired by Frank Herbert's Dune. The console release will feature optimized controls, a 60fps target, a complete single-player campaign with scalable difficulty, and all updates added to the PC version since its launch.- MMO Week in Review: Guild Wars goes mobile, Bungie gets layoffsThis week's MMO news includes Guild Wars launching on mobile, Star Trek Online's new update, and Throne & Liberty's summer expansion. However, the industry also saw significant layoffs at Sony and Bungie, impacting hundreds of developers working on Destiny 2 and Marathon. Other news includes Valve's Steam Machine pricing, the ongoing Ashes of Creation lawsuit, and updates on Grand Theft Auto VI's online multiplayer.
- Conan Exiles announces four-part Legacy of the Giant-Kings story arc as the game sets new concurrency recordFuncom and Inflexion Games have announced 'Legacy of the Giant-Kings,' a four-part story arc for Conan Exiles Enhanced, with the first part launching on July 21st. This update follows a record-breaking surge in concurrent players for the game's Enhanced version and will introduce new content, including the ability to repair Legendary gear.
Funcom announces Legacy of the Giant-Kings, a FREE Four-Part Story Arc for Conan Exiles EnhancedFuncom and Inflexion Games have announced 'Legacy of the Giant-Kings,' a free four-part story arc for Conan Exiles Enhanced, beginning July 21st. This update introduces new challenges, rewards, and the highly requested Legendary repair system. The story arc aims to expand the game's narrative and gameplay nearly a decade after its initial release.
Conan Exiles Enhanced Legacy of the Giant Kings Updates AnnouncedFuncom and Inflexion Games have announced 'Legacy of the Giant Kings,' a free four-part story arc update for Conan Exiles Enhanced, set to release starting July 21st. This update will introduce new challenges beneath the Unnamed City and a highly requested feature allowing players to repair high-end legendary gear. The announcement follows the recent Unreal Engine 5 upgrade for the game.- Conan Exiles Enhanced - Legacy of the Giant-Kings Next MonthFuncom has announced Legacy of the Giant-Kings, a free four-part story arc for the MMO survival game Conan Exiles Enhanced. The first part of the update is scheduled to release on July 21st.
- The best MMO and multiplayer deals from Steam’s 2026 summer sale and beyondSteam's 2026 Summer Sale is offering significant discounts on a wide variety of MMO and multiplayer titles, including bundles and individual game sales. Notable deals include discounts on Palworld, Guild Wars 2, Dune Awakening, Destiny 2 DLC, Elder Scrolls Online, and many more, with prices slashed across numerous genres and publishers.
- Multiplayer ‘remains a clear focus’ for Dune Awakening, says Funcom in its single-player explainerFuncom has clarified its focus for Dune: Awakening, stating that multiplayer remains a core element despite the addition of a dedicated single-player mode. The developer explained that the transition to single-player required significant technical infrastructure changes, shifting operations from server to client. While social hubs will remain, player-to-player trading has been removed in the solo experience, though players can customize resource rates and other settings.
- Dune Awakening adds five new Landsraad missions and nerfs ornithopter joyride cheesing in today’s patchDune: Awakening has received a large patch, version 1.4.10.0, introducing five new Landsraad missions across Hagga Basin and Smuggler's Run. The update also addresses various gameplay issues, including ornithopter physics, cargo container weight, and player-to-player damage in PvE zones, alongside performance optimizations.
Dune Awakening Closed Beta Weekend Playtest DetailsFuncom has announced the first Dune Awakening Closed Beta Weekend Playtest, focusing on the survival MMO's performance. The playtest will run from June 25 to June 29 and is exclusively for PlayStation 5 users in North America, with multiplayer being the primary focus. Registration is open on the official Dune Awakening website.- Dune Awakening’s 1.4.10 update will land before September, Funcom opens PS5 CBT test signupsFuncom announced that Dune Awakening's 1.4.10 update will be released before September, introducing new Landsraad missions and rebalancing efforts. A closed beta test for North American PlayStation 5 players is scheduled from June 25 to June 29 to evaluate console controls, combat, and progression.
- Cozy co-op sandbox Aloft releases new trailer, plans final early access update this summerThe co-op sandbox game Aloft, developed by Astrolabe and published by Funcom, is planning its final early access update for this summer. The game has sold over 250,000 copies since its early access launch at the start of 2025. A new trailer was released during the Summer Game Fest Green Games Showcase, announcing the upcoming update and hinting at the full 1.0 launch.
- The Secret World players are keeping the game’s narrative alive in honor of the 14th anniversaryPlayers are organizing a community-driven event to celebrate the 14th anniversary of The Secret World on July 3rd, focusing on a mystery broadcast from Kingsmouth Lighthouse. Despite the game's owner, Funcom, not actively promoting the anniversary, the dedicated player base is ensuring the game's narrative and community remain active.
- Dune Awakening previews the new Polar Cap map coming later in 2026Funcom has provided an update on Dune Awakening, detailing upcoming patch highlights and previewing the new Polar Cap map set to release in 2026. Patch 1.4.10 includes new Landsraad missions, performance optimizations, and adjustments to boss health and visibility. Future updates will feature improved melee targeting, new tutorials, and rebalanced combat mechanics.
- Dune Awakening invites you over for first birthday tea, Conan Exiles Enhanced keeps enhancingDune: Awakening is celebrating its one-year anniversary on PC with a month-long in-game event featuring free cosmetic rewards and progression boosts. Meanwhile, Funcom has released a June update for Conan Exiles, addressing mod compatibility, NPC spawning, and server performance issues.
PlayStation State of Play June 2026: What Actually Matters to Adult GamersSony's June 2026 State of Play showcased numerous upcoming games for the PlayStation 5, with a focus on titles relevant to adult gamers. Highlights include Insomniac Games' Marvel's Wolverine, Moon Studios' No Rest for the Wicked, and Santa Monica Studio's God of War Laufey. The event also featured new looks at Stuntman: Hollywood, Dune: Awakening, and a packed release schedule for Fall 2026, culminating in the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI.