Dune: Awakening
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Weekend PC Download Deals for June 26: Steam Summer Sale and friends
Multiple PC gaming storefronts, including Steam, GOG.com, and Epic Games Store, are hosting major summer sales with thousands of deals. Notable discounts are available on titles like Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, DOOM: The Dark Ages, and Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition. Some platforms also offer free titles or additional discounts for subscribers.
The best MMO and multiplayer deals from Steam’s 2026 summer sale and beyond
Steam'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 explainer
Funcom 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 patch
Dune: 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 Details
Funcom 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 signups
Funcom 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.
AMD just proved what everyone already knew about Apple Macbook Neo
AMD has demonstrated that the Apple MacBook Neo is largely unsuitable for PC gaming, with only five out of twenty tested popular PC games running natively. In contrast, a budget Windows laptop with an AMD Ryzen 5 220 processor could run all twenty games. This comparison was highlighted in an AMD promotion emphasizing the gaming capabilities of its Ryzen AI processors.
Dune Awakening previews the new Polar Cap map coming later in 2026
Funcom 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.
The First PS5 Game Delay Out of September 2026 Has Been Confirmed
Valor Mortis, a PlayStation 5 game developed by One More Level, has been delayed from its original September 24, 2026 release date to October 13, 2026. This decision was made due to a crowded release schedule, with several other titles also launching on the same day or shortly after. The developer cited the need for more flexibility in setting the release date, as initial decisions were made before major gaming showcases.
Dune Awakening invites you over for first birthday tea, Conan Exiles Enhanced keeps enhancing
Dune: 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.
Massively OP Podcast Episode 568: Take me home, Tyrian roads
The Massively OP Podcast episode 568 covers the official announcement of Guild Wars 3, release windows for Aion 2, Stars Reach, Loftia, Dune Awakening, and Valheim, and early access updates for Camelot Unchained and Eterspire. The hosts also discuss Star Wars: The Old Republic's Update 7.9 and The Elder Scrolls Online's Update 50.
A new MMO announcement is more exciting than all the other SGF news combined
The announcement of Guild Wars 3 has generated significant excitement, overshadowing other gaming news. The author expresses a deep love for MMORPGs, particularly the Guild Wars series, and anticipates Guild Wars 3 will offer a fresh experience with its new setting and mechanics. The article also touches on the decline of new MMORPG releases and the unique shared discovery that defines the genre.
MMO Week in Review: Stop asking where the guild wars are
ArenaNet has officially announced Guild Wars 3, with beta testing planned for fall 2027, while confirming continued support for Guild Wars 2 and Guild Wars Reforged. NCsoft is also preparing for the western launch of Aion 2 in September and has the Horizon MMO in development. The article also touches on early access launches for Camelot Unchained and Reaper Actual, and the upcoming summer early access for Stars Reach.
PlayStation State of Play June 2026: What Actually Matters to Adult Gamers
Sony'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.
Dune: Awakening Is Coming to XBOX on September 22
Dune: Awakening will launch on Xbox platforms on September 22, 2024, and will be available on Xbox Game Pass as an Xbox Play Anywhere title. The game will feature cross-play and cross-progression across PC, Xbox Series X|S, ASUS ROG Ally, and Xbox Cloud Gaming. The Xbox version is described as the definitive edition, including all PC updates and new features like a full single-player mode and optimized UI.
Funcom says Dune Awakening console crossplay is too ‘technically and operationally complex’
Funcom has stated that implementing cross-platform play for Dune: Awakening on consoles is too technically and operationally complex. The studio is prioritizing resources on improving the console port and an upcoming September update. While acknowledging player demand for crossplay, Funcom plans to discuss the feature further in an upcoming livestream.
"We know players want it. WE want it" - Dune Awakening developers respond to lack of crossplay for console release
Dune Awakening developer Funcom has stated that crossplay will not be included in the game's upcoming console release for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S in September, citing technical complexities. While the studio acknowledges player demand for crossplay, their current focus is on optimizing the console port and the September update. The game will also launch its first major narrative arc with this update, making the full experience available to new console players.
Dune: Awakening is getting a single-player mode and more story content
Dune: Awakening is introducing a single-player mode alongside additional story content that will conclude "Book One" of its narrative. This highly requested feature allows players to experience the game at their own pace with customizable difficulty settings. The update also significantly expands game customization options for single-player, self-hosted, and private servers, with the PC version already receiving these changes.
Dune: Awakening Comes to PS5 on September 22 With Full Single-Player Mode
Funcom announced that Dune: Awakening will launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on September 22, 2026, featuring a full single-player mode and new story content. The game will also include a year's worth of PC updates, with performance targeting 60fps on consoles. Dune: Awakening will be available on Xbox Game Pass with cross-progression and cross-play support.
The Most Viewed Trailers from PS5's Latest State of Play
The latest PlayStation State of Play event generated record-breaking YouTube viewership for its trailers, with Marvel's Wolverine and God of War Laufey leading the pack with over 3.2 million views each. Other notable trailers included Until Dawn 2 and Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, indicating strong audience interest across a variety of upcoming titles.
