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Dune: Awakening, an open-world survival game set on Arrakis, arrives on PlayStation 5 on September 22 with a new single-player experience. Previously exclusive to PC, the game has been enhanced with additional content and refined gameplay systems for its console debut. PlayStation 5 players will receive all updates at launch, including a full single-player mode designed to make the survival genre more accessible while maintaining challenge. The game’s narrative explores an alternate timeline where Paul Atreides was never born, adding a fresh perspective to the Dune universe.

The PlayStation 5 version has been optimized for both the base console and PlayStation 5 Pro. Performance Mode delivers 60fps with frame generation on the base model and 60fps without frame generation on the Pro. Quality Mode runs at 30fps across both systems, with visuals upscaled to 4K. Developer Deep Dive videos highlight these technical improvements and console-specific adjustments to controls and UI, ensuring a tailored experience for PlayStation players.

Survival mechanics have been streamlined to reduce the learning curve while preserving depth. The game introduces guided tutorials and a narrative-driven progression from survivalist to hero, making it more approachable for newcomers. Customization options allow players to adjust difficulty, including faster resource harvesting or disabling sandworms, with further settings available for private multiplayer servers. This flexibility enables players to tailor the experience to their preferred pace and style.

A physical edition of Dune: Awakening will be released in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and the Americas, with a Japanese release planned for October. Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe and Solutions 2 GO are handling distribution in select regions, while Japan’s publisher is yet to be announced. Pre-orders for the physical version are expected to open soon, coinciding with the game’s digital launch on September 22.