Dune: Awakening’s Massive 1.1.10.00 Update – Full Patch Notes
▼ Summary
– Funcom expanded Dune: Awakening’s PvE zone from 10% to 50% of the map in response to player feedback about the endgame experience.
– The latest patch introduced quality-of-life improvements, including easier vehicle interaction, spawning on Trading Posts, and hiding empty loot containers.
– Key gameplay changes include Sandworms lingering near harvested spicefields and reduced Harkonnen attack frequency on Atreides bases.
– Several exploits were fixed, such as item durability repair, resource duplication, and unauthorized vehicle passage through Pentashields.
– Dune: Awakening achieved a strong launch with over 1 million players, becoming Funcom’s fastest-selling game and receiving positive reviews.
Funcom’s latest update for Dune: Awakening brings significant improvements, addressing player feedback with a mix of quality-of-life tweaks, bug fixes, and gameplay refinements. The patch focuses on enhancing the overall experience while tackling lingering issues that have frustrated the community since launch.
One of the most notable changes involves Sandworms now lingering near recently harvested spicefields, adding an extra layer of danger to resource gathering. Additionally, Harkonnen attacks on Atreides bases have been reduced in frequency, easing tensions in the Hagga Basin region. The update also introduces smoother vehicle interactions, making it easier to enter and exit transports from various angles.
Exploits have been a major concern, and this patch closes several vulnerabilities, including one that allowed players to repair all items to full durability and another that enabled unauthorized vehicle passage through Pentashields. Combat adjustments include visual improvements to buff icons and refined sword parrying effects, making engagements feel more responsive.
For builders and crafters, empty loot containers now disappear once cleared, reducing visual clutter. The update also introduces three unique weapon schematics to Asmara Efendi’s inventory, giving players more options for customization.
Technical fixes address stability issues, including server crashes and login problems, while UI improvements streamline navigation. The streamer mode has been enhanced, hiding map creator names and sector details to protect privacy during broadcasts.
Since its release, Dune: Awakening has seen impressive success, surpassing 1 million players and maintaining strong concurrent numbers on Steam. This update reinforces Funcom’s commitment to refining the experience, ensuring the survival MMO remains engaging for both new and veteran players.
For those diving into Arrakis, the patch makes exploration smoother, combat more balanced, and resource management less tedious. With continued support and player-driven adjustments, Dune: Awakening solidifies its place as a standout entry in the survival genre.
(Note: Patch notes summary included key highlights; full details available in official release.)
(Source: IGN)
