Arrakis is about to feel a lot bigger. On September 22, 2026, Dune: Awakening arrives on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, and the version showing up on console is the most expansive one Funcom has ever shipped. A full single-player mode. Optional PvP across the entire game, including the Deep Desert. A rebuilt endgame loop. The dramatic finale of the Book One storyline. PC players get all of it on the same day, included in the base game.
“But this release is so much more than just bringing the game to consoles,” said Funcom CEO Rui Casais. “To Funcom, it’s a major milestone, the result of over a year of work that culminates in the release of a new and improved Dune: Awakening. The best version yet of Dune: Awakening, on PC and console.”
Watch the story trailer HERE.
Here’s everything coming September 22.
Full single-player, no compromises
The entire game can now be played solo. The story, the open world, the crafting, the Deep Desert, all of it. Three preset difficulty levels are available, plus full manual customization if you want to tune harvesting rates, XP gain, and combat challenge to taste.
The single-player flow has a few smart wrinkles worth flagging. You can build bases in the Deep Desert and they won’t be wiped each week the way they are on official multiplayer servers. The Coriolis storm still rolls through, but it’s less destructive in solo mode. The Landsraad faction competition that anchors the endgame is still there too — single-player simulates other players engaging with the faction conflict, so the competitive rhythm stays intact even when you’re alone on Arrakis.
On PC, private servers and self-hosted servers are also fully supported, so the “just me and my friends” crowd has a home too.
Book One reaches its finale
Book One of Dune: Awakening’s cinematic storyline reaches its grand finale in September. New players on console can experience the full arc from the opening cutscene to the final confrontation. PC players who’ve been with the game since launch get the payoff they’ve been heading toward.
“For those who want to take a deeper dive on Arrakis, Dune: Awakening offers the ultimate opportunity to step into the books and movies and experience one of science fiction’s most iconic worlds up close,” said Creative Director Joel Bylos. “For fans of the movies, we also have tie-in content lined up this year.”
Multiplayer rebuilt around player choice
Multiplayer has been substantially evolved since launch:
- Optional PvP everywhere. The entire game, including the Deep Desert (the open zone that used to be PvP-only) and the Landsraad faction warfare, can now be played in full PvE. The PvP version of the Deep Desert sticks around for players who want it, and now offers epic rewards for the higher risk.
- No more base or vehicle loss. A vehicle backup tool lets you recover destroyed vehicles. A base reconstruction tool lets you save full base snapshots and restore them anytime. Take a long break and come back to your progress intact.
- Bigger, better late game. The endgame loop has been rebuilt around several new map locations, a fully revamped Landsraad with mission-based progression, and an augmentation system for high-tier gear. This is where most of the dev time has gone, and it shows.
Console performance and platform details
Both PS5 and Xbox Series X target 60fps in Performance Mode. Controls and UI have been rebuilt for controller from the ground up. Day one, the game launches on Xbox Game Pass. It supports Xbox Play Anywhere, meaning cross-play and shared progress between Xbox and Windows PC Store. It also runs on ASUS ROG Ally and Xbox Cloud Gaming, is Steam Deck verified, and is available on GeForce Now.
Beyond September: a new survival map
Funcom also announced a free post-launch map called The Polar Cap. Located at the Arrakis north pole, it introduces an ice biome with new survival mechanics and new challenges. A teaser has already dropped. If you thought Arrakis was nothing but sand and worms, the pole has a few surprises.
Watch the PlayStation 5 gameplay footage at Sony’s State of Play event.
Frequently asked questions
Q: When does Dune: Awakening launch on console?
A: Dune: Awakening, the Open World Survival game inspired by Frank Herbert’s Dune and Denis Villeneuve and Legendary’s Entertainment blockbuster franchise, launches on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on September 22, 2026.
Q: Can I play Dune: Awakening in single-player?
A: Yes. As of the September 2026 update, the full game, including the open world, story, and Deep Desert, can be played entirely in single-player with three preset difficulty levels and full manual customization of survival settings.
Q: Is Dune: Awakening PvP only?
A: No. PvP is fully optional in multiplayer. The entire game, including the Deep Desert and the Landsraad faction conflict, can be played in PvE mode. Single-player mode has no PvP at all.
Q: Is Dune: Awakening on Xbox Game Pass?
A: Yes. Dune: Awakening is available on Xbox Game Pass starting September 22, 2026, and supports Xbox Play Anywhere with cross-play between Xbox and Windows PC Store.
Q: How much does Dune: Awakening cost on console?
A: The Standard Edition is $49.99, the Deluxe Edition is $69.99 (includes head start access), and the Ultimate Edition is $89.99. Pre-orders are live now on PlayStation and Xbox stores.
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