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How to access Dune: Awakening Beta
Despite the delay, the Dune: Awakening Beta has stirred up serious buzz as it opens to eager players. While getting in might be tough, a few tactics can boost your odds. Whether you're a devoted fan or an MMO enthusiast, here's how to improve your chances of early access. Table of contents How to get into Dune: Awakening Beta When does the Dune: Awakening Beta Twitch stream start? What's included in the Dune: Awakening Beta? When does the Dune: Awakening Beta end? How to get into Dune: Awakening Beta You can access the Dune: Awakening Beta through three different methods. Instead of relying on just one, it's best to try all three, as doing so will significantly increase your chances. Let's break down each method: Go to the Dune: Awakening Steam page to wishlist and request Beta access Sign up for the Beta on the game's official page Collect a Beta code by watching the Dune: Awakening Global LAN Party Broadcast on Twitch The first two steps are straightforward, offering Beta sign-ups right out of the gate. While they're easy to complete, they don't guarantee a code. That's where the Twitch stream might give you an edge. According to the official Beta page, "tens of thousands" of codes will be up for grabs during the stream, but the window could be short. Timing is everything, so be sure to stay alert and ready when it drops. Image via Funcom No matter which step you've taken, make sure to check your email daily. Be on the lookout for Steam notifications—you don't want to miss out when that code hits your inbox. When does the Dune: Awakening Beta Twitch stream start? The Dune: Awakening Global LAN Party Broadcast begins on May 10 at 12pm PT/ 3pm ET/ 8pm BST/ 9pm CET. Tune into the Funcom Twitch channel to watch two houses battle it out and possibly gain access to the Beta. https://twitter.com/DuneAwakening/status/1920539390440583515 Team Harkonnen and Team Atreides will take center stage for this stream, where we will likely see some PvP action. There's no telling how long the broadcast will last, but it will hopefully go on for a few hours to give viewers more chances for the Beta. What's included in the Dune: Awakening Beta? Dune: Awakening's Beta Weekend includes the following content: The first 20-25 hours of gameplay CHOAM Building Set Hagga Basin South Region Eastern and Western Vermillius Gap Region Parts of the Act 1 storyline Construct and drive a Sandbike Early and mid-game combat Even though it's just a Beta Weekend, this limited-time access offers a lot, with up to 25 hours of gameplay. If you're fortunate enough to gain access, you'll join a server accommodating up to 40 players. During this Beta Weekend, the focus will be on PvE, where you can collaborate to survive or build sandy empires together. However, if you're in the mood for some competition, there will be areas specifically for PvP combat. Image via Funcom Those interested in the story can play through most of Act 1 with their customized character, though naturally, it won't include as much content as the full launch. Progress made during the Beta Weekend won't carry over, so you'll have to start fresh when the game officially releases. This weekend is mainly about getting a feel for the gameplay and preparing for what's ahead. When does the Dune: Awakening Beta end? The Beta Weekend wraps up on May 12 at 2:59pm PT / 5:59pm ET / 10:59pm BST / 11:59pm CEST. Once it ends, all eyes are on the full launch. There will be many more regions to explore, along with iconic vehicles like Ornithopters and Buggies. You'll also be able to meet up with other Dune: Awakening players in the new social hub, allowing you to trade items across servers using the Exchange. So, get ready for its full release, and dig into the Beta while you can. The sandworms are waiting for you beneath the surface. The post How to access Dune: Awakening Beta appeared first on Destructoid.
Despite the delay, the Dune: Awakening Beta has stirred up serious buzz as it opens to eager players. While getting in might be tough, a few tactics can boost your odds. Whether you're a devoted fan or an MMO enthusiast, here's how to improve your chances of early access.
Table of contents
How to get into Dune: Awakening Beta
You can access the Dune: Awakening Beta through three different methods. Instead of relying on just one, it's best to try all three, as doing so will significantly increase your chances. Let's break down each method:
- Go to the Dune: Awakening Steam page to wishlist and request Beta access
- Sign up for the Beta on the game's official page
- Collect a Beta code by watching the Dune: Awakening Global LAN Party Broadcast on Twitch
The first two steps are straightforward, offering Beta sign-ups right out of the gate. While they're easy to complete, they don't guarantee a code. That's where the Twitch stream might give you an edge. According to the official Beta page, "tens of thousands" of codes will be up for grabs during the stream, but the window could be short. Timing is everything, so be sure to stay alert and ready when it drops.
No matter which step you've taken, make sure to check your email daily. Be on the lookout for Steam notifications—you don't want to miss out when that code hits your inbox.
When does the Dune: Awakening Beta Twitch stream start?
The Dune: Awakening Global LAN Party Broadcast begins on May 10 at 12pm PT/ 3pm ET/ 8pm BST/ 9pm CET. Tune into the Funcom Twitch channel to watch two houses battle it out and possibly gain access to the Beta.
Team Harkonnen and Team Atreides will take center stage for this stream, where we will likely see some PvP action. There's no telling how long the broadcast will last, but it will hopefully go on for a few hours to give viewers more chances for the Beta.
What's included in the Dune: Awakening Beta?
Dune: Awakening's Beta Weekend includes the following content:
- The first 20-25 hours of gameplay
- CHOAM Building Set
- Hagga Basin South Region
- Eastern and Western Vermillius Gap Region
- Parts of the Act 1 storyline
- Construct and drive a Sandbike
- Early and mid-game combat
Even though it's just a Beta Weekend, this limited-time access offers a lot, with up to 25 hours of gameplay. If you're fortunate enough to gain access, you'll join a server accommodating up to 40 players. During this Beta Weekend, the focus will be on PvE, where you can collaborate to survive or build sandy empires together. However, if you're in the mood for some competition, there will be areas specifically for PvP combat.
Those interested in the story can play through most of Act 1 with their customized character, though naturally, it won't include as much content as the full launch. Progress made during the Beta Weekend won't carry over, so you'll have to start fresh when the game officially releases. This weekend is mainly about getting a feel for the gameplay and preparing for what's ahead.
When does the Dune: Awakening Beta end?
The Beta Weekend wraps up on May 12 at 2:59pm PT / 5:59pm ET / 10:59pm BST / 11:59pm CEST. Once it ends, all eyes are on the full launch. There will be many more regions to explore, along with iconic vehicles like Ornithopters and Buggies. You'll also be able to meet up with other Dune: Awakening players in the new social hub, allowing you to trade items across servers using the Exchange. So, get ready for its full release, and dig into the Beta while you can. The sandworms are waiting for you beneath the surface.
The post How to access Dune: Awakening Beta appeared first on Destructoid.
