"Dune: Awakening PvP Exploit Found in Open Beta"

Dune: Awakening has just wrapped up its exciting open beta weekend, but not without a significant discovery: a PvP exploit that can stun enemies indefinitely. Dive into the details of this game-altering bug and find out what Funcom is planning to do about it before the official launch.

Players Discover Game-Breaking Stunlock Exploit

The open beta weekend for Dune: Awakening offered fans a glimpse into the first 20-25 hours of gameplay and various other features. However, a significant issue surfaced during the Global LAN Party livestream on May 10, when players stumbled upon an exploit that could stun opponents indefinitely in PvP scenarios.

This "stunlock exploit" occurs when a player continuously uses quick knife attacks on opponents with zero stamina. The targeted player becomes unable to defend themselves, use abilities, or escape, resulting in a continuous stagger state.

The exploit gained widespread attention after being showcased during livestreams by popular streamers Tyler1 and Shroud, highlighting the urgency for a fix.

Funcom Promises Fix Before Launch

During the same Global LAN Party livestream, Funcom developers, including Dune: Awakening World Director Jeff Gagné and Lead Producer Ole Andreas Haley, witnessed the stunlock exploit firsthand. They quickly committed to resolving the issue before the game's official release.

Gagné reassured fans, stating, "We got this covered. It's not like 'Oh my god, we haven't thought about it.' It's already going away." With the beta weekend concluded, the developers have received invaluable feedback and praise, which will help refine the game ahead of its upcoming launch.

Dune: Awakening is slated for release on June 10, 2025, for PC, with PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S versions to follow at a later, yet-to-be-announced date. Stay tuned to our updates for the latest news on Dune: Awakening!