Sandworms in Dune: Awakening will be impossible to kill, according to Funcom. This revelation was made in a recent developer diary, which also provided a sneak peek into the highly anticipated game and shared some insights on how Dune: Awakening will portray the iconic creatures from the popular sci-fi series.
Dune: Awakening is a survival MMO that was first announced in August 2022. While a release date has not been confirmed yet, Funcom, the Norwegian game studio behind the project, recently offered fans a detailed look at the game through a 30-minute Dune: Awakening Direct stream.
Sandworms: A Constant Threat in Dune: Awakening
The upcoming MMO, Dune: Awakening, will feature sandworms inspired by Frank Herbert's books. Funcom Chief Creative Officer Joel Bylos revealed that these sandworms will be a constant threat to players in the game. As players explore the Arrakis desert, they will hear the hiss of the sandworm in the distance, followed by trembling, and finally, the sandworm erupting from the ground with a terrifying roar.
Youtube video: Dune: Awakening Direct
In Dune: Awakening, players will have only seconds to live if they cannot reach rocky ground when the sandworm appears. They won't be able to fight the dangerous desert creatures, as they are invincible. However, surviving won't just be a matter of luck and caution; players can also create thumpers. Thumpers are small devices used to attract sandworms by making rhythmic sounds when striking the ground. Using thumpers can help lure sandworms away and give players more time to escape.
Exploring the world of Dune: Awakening will require constant vigilance because there is one important rule to remember: the Sandworm will always come. According to Bylos, the biggest and most dangerous sandworms will only be found in the deep desert of Arrakis when harvesting Melange, also known as "spice." Although all sandworms in the game cannot be killed, the largest ones pose a serious threat to spice harvesters as they have the ability to swallow them whole.
Dune Awakening Steam Screenshot 1 - While all of this might sound like a compelling experience for fans of Frank Herbert's universe and survival games, it will still be a while before Dune: Awakening reaches the masses
Exciting news for fans of Frank Herbert's universe and survival games! Dune: Awakening is currently in closed beta testing, and Funcom has promised to reveal more about the MMO in 2024. While it's uncertain if the game will be released before the year ends, it looks like it will be available before the third Dune movie hits theaters, if it gets approved.
Editor's P/S:
The article provides fascinating insights into the upcoming Dune: Awakening game, particularly its portrayal of the iconic sandworms. The revelation that sandworms will be invincible creatures is both intriguing and terrifying. It introduces a constant sense of danger and urgency into the gameplay, forcing players to be perpetually vigilant and strategic in their exploration of Arrakis. The inclusion of thumpers as a means to lure and manipulate sandworms adds a layer of complexity and skill-based gameplay.
Overall, the article has me eagerly anticipating the release of Dune: Awakening. The game's portrayal of the sandworms as invincible threats captures the essence of Frank Herbert's original vision, while the introduction of thumpers provides a unique and engaging gameplay mechanic. I believe that Dune: Awakening has the potential to deliver a truly immersive and thrilling survival experience for fans of the Dune universe and survival games alike.
