Dune: Awakening concluded its open beta weekend, leaving players buzzing with excitement—and concern—over a recently discovered exploit. Fans participating in the event stumbled upon a game-breaking issue that allows players to lock their opponents in an endless stun state during PvP battles. Let’s dive into what happened and how Funcom plans to resolve this before launch.
Players Uncover Game-Changing Stunlock Exploit
During the Global LAN Party livestream on May 10, players revealed a critical exploit that enables continuous quick knife attacks on enemies with depleted stamina. As a result, victims remain perpetually stunned, unable to counterattack, utilize abilities, or even move effectively. This exploit severely disrupts the balance of PvP combat, turning matches into one-sided affairs.
The phenomenon gained widespread attention after prominent streamers such as Tyler1 and Shroud showcased the glitch during their gameplay broadcasts, highlighting its potential impact on competitive gameplay.
Funcom Commits to a Timely Fix
As soon as the developers observed the stunlock exploit during the live stream, they acknowledged the problem and assured players it would be resolved promptly. Dune: Awakening World Director Jeff Gagné and Lead Producer Ole Andreas Haley expressed confidence in their ability to address the issue before the game’s official release.
Gagné stated, “We got this covered. It’s not like ‘Oh my god, we haven’t thought about it.’ It’s already going away.” The feedback gathered during the open beta has been invaluable in helping Funcom refine the game ahead of its launch.
Release Details and Next Steps
Set to launch on June 10, 2025, for PC, Dune: Awakening aims to deliver immersive gameplay experiences. However, further details regarding the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S versions remain undisclosed. For the latest updates and insights into the game, keep an eye on our dedicated coverage.
