Dune: Awakening’s Deep Desert Coriolis Storms Shift the Landscape Itself, Changing the Map

Arrakis’ sand dunes are shifting, and players are getting ready for an experience like no other. On May 20, Dune: Awakening—the first-ever open-world, multiplayer survival game within the iconic Dune universe—launches officially. Funcom is making the game, which is one of the most sought-after titles coming out. The result brings Frank Herbert’s celebrated sci-fi universe into living, vibrant detail.

Funcom gives players a glimpse into the magnitude and extent of Arrakis. The world of the desert is much more varied in its landscape than it first seems, and there are numerous secrets lying in wait to be discovered. From wreckage of ships that are treasure-troves of resources to enigmatic ecology labs, players will be employing personal scanners, vehicle modules, and survey probes to uncover the world’s secrets.

But most alluring of all is the ever-changing Deep Desert—a gigantic end-game region that changes with every playthrough. Coriolis storms cloak the terrain, obliterating known landmarks and uncovering new resources and areas of interest. Once the dust settles, adventurers can chart the new landscape and exchange their findings with other players on the Exchange. The ever-changing face of the Deep Desert guarantees a fresh adventure every time you venture into its depths.

Practice for the Sands To get ready for the release of the game, fans are already able to play the Character Creator & Benchmark Mode in advance on Steam. This enables fans to already create their in-game character in advance and even earn the cosmetic Frameblade Knife skin as an incentive for playing ahead of the launch.

What’s Coming Next? Exploration is central, but it’s only one aspect of the Dune: Awakening puzzle. Funcom has teased a forthcoming video showcasing sandbox combat, suggesting gruesome battles and strategic warfare that players will be able to look forward to in this richly tapestried world.

With the launch imminent, the anticipation is growing. Regardless of whether you’re an old Dune hand or just discovering the universe, Dune: Awakening will transport you to the legendary planet of Arrakis in a way that’s never been done before. Clear your Calendar on May 20 and get ready to navigate the changing dunes of this mythic desert world. Also, check out the new trailer here.