Join the Dune: Awakening Beta Weekend with Pre-Order Access

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Okay, so here’s the scoop on Dune: Awakening. You know, that MMO from Funcom? Well, it’s got a new beta out and — get this — you don’t have to keep it hush-hush this time. It’s open season for streams and chit-chat till Monday, May 12. Initially, folks had to hope and pray (or maybe just toss their names into some mystical hat) for a chance to score a beta key. But now? Simple. Just pre-order the game, and boom, you’re wandering around virtual Arrakis.

Now, what’s the backstory? Funcom kicked off the beta just yesterday afternoon, and then — like a plot twist no one saw coming — decided late that same day to let in all the pre-order gang. They spilled the beans about this on Bluesky, mind you.

Some players weren’t too thrilled, apparently. Had a bit to say about it. Funcom’s all like, “Hey, we heard you.” Sort of endearing, right? Anyway, this whole thing went down fast. The official beta launch notice was up at 8:12 in the AM. Fast forward to 3:37 PM, and yep, they’re already sharing the love with pre-order players. I mean, a few hours late to the party, but better late than never, right?

Oh, and a little spoiler for the patient ones — Dune: Awakening’s big debut on PC is now pushed back to June 10, 2025. So yeah, a bit of a wait there. Initially, it was all set for May 20. Plans change, I guess.

Anyway, where was I? Oh, right. Happy beta exploring!