Funcom releases a stunning gameplay trailer for the upcoming survival MMO Dune: Awakening, set in the harsh environment of the Dune universe, featuring activities like desert traversal, sandworm evasion, and base construction, promising an immersive experience for players eagerly awaiting its release on PS5.
Funcom's upcoming survival MMO, Dune: Awakening, set on the harsh desert planet of Arrakis, features giant worms, ornithopter combat, and extensive base-building options. The game will focus on the pure survival element and the importance of water, expanding on the visual storytelling of Denis Villeneuve’s films. While a release date is yet to be announced, the game is confirmed for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X / S.
Funcom's upcoming survival MMO, Dune: Awakening, takes an "alternate history" approach to the Dune universe, set "a few years" before the events of the books with a significant decision diverging from the original timeline. The game will focus on the Butlerian jihad and spice consumption, with players vying for resources in a faction-based system. The game's director emphasized a thoughtful approach to game design and a commitment to avoiding exploitative mechanics, while also hinting at surprises for fans of the Dune universe.
Funcom's Dune: Awakening, an open-world survival MMO set in the Dune universe, showcased new gameplay footage and details in a 25-minute digital event called Dune Direct. The visually stunning trailer, powered by Unreal Engine 5, reveals the extreme conditions of planet Arrakis, including sandworms and hostile enemies. The game emphasizes survival aspects, base-building, and the ability to learn abilities from the "great schools of the universe." Funcom has been running betas for several months and is not rushing the release, with no confirmed launch date yet.
The Day Before, a survival MMO, has landed on Steam's list of the 10 worst games ever due to its overwhelmingly negative reviews. Despite still having 9,000 players, the game has received only 18% positive reviews out of 15,000, leading to its placement on the list. The game's deceptive marketing campaign and failure to deliver on its promised genre have resulted in mass refunds and poor reviews, making it unlikely for the game to recover.
Fntastic, the developers behind the survival MMO The Day Before, teased an in-game spa in a new video, which has left fans questioning the actual state of the game. The game has faced several setbacks, including a delayed gameplay reveal and a "trademark issue." The recent gameplay video failed to provide anything groundbreaking, and the visuals appeared to be a significant downgrade compared to previous reveals. Fntastic needs to address fans' concerns and provide more transparency about The Day Before's development process.