Exploit Found in Dune: Awakening PvP During Open Beta

Dune: Awakening recently concluded its open beta weekend, revealing a significant exploit that allows players to keep their opponents stunned indefinitely. Dive into the details of this game-altering bug and find out how Funcom intends to address it before the official launch.

Players Discover Game-Breaking Stunlock Exploit

During the open beta weekend, fans of Dune: Awakening had the opportunity to explore the first 20-25 hours of gameplay and various other features. On May 10, during the Global LAN Party livestream, an exploit was uncovered that enables players to stunlock their opponents in PvP combat indefinitely.

The "stunlock exploit" occurs when a player executes a series of quick knife attacks against an opponent who has depleted their stamina. The targeted player is left unable to defend themselves, activate abilities, or escape, resulting in a continuous state of stagger.

This issue gained widespread attention when popular streamers Tyler1 and Shroud showcased it during their livestreams of the game.

Funcom Promises Fix Before Launch

During the Global LAN Party livestream, developers from Funcom directly observed the stunlock exploit and swiftly acknowledged the problem. Dune: Awakening World Director Jeff Gagné and Lead Producer Ole Andreas Haley committed to resolving this 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 open beta weekend now behind them, the developers have gathered extensive praise and crucial feedback, which they will use to enhance the game ahead of its scheduled 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 for the latest updates on the game by checking out our dedicated article below!