Dune: Awakening gets its next chapter, which according to Funcom will be the largest update yet for the survival MMO. What new content awaits you in the endgame, what is planned for PvE fans, and when you can start, find out here.
Funcom has officially announced the next big update for Dune: Awakening and has already given an initial look at the upcoming content. The new content is free for everyone who already owns a copy of the survival MMO. Those who want to spend more money can additionally purchase the new DLC “Scavengers of the Wastes”.
When does Chapter 3 release in Dune: Awakening? Chapter 3 is expected to launch in early 2026 in Dune: Awakening. However, you will have the opportunity to try out a large part of the new content via the Public Test Client beforehand. Funcom will provide more specific information about the PTC at a later date.
The contents of the DLC cannot be tested there. The DLC “Scavengers of the Wastes” is also planned for early 2026 and will mainly bring new building parts and vehicle skins to the game.
Do I have to pay for new content? No, Chapter 3 is completely free as long as you already own Dune: Awakening. So all new story content, additional quests, and endgame expansions are available to you at no extra cost.
The optional DLC “Scavengers of the Wastes” is expected to cost around 9 euros. As of now, it does not contain any story or quest content, but focuses on cosmetic items. The DLC is also included in the Season Pass.
The trailer gives you an initial impression of the new content:
New Content in Chapter 3 of Dune: Awakening
What content does Chapter 3 bring to the game? The free Chapter 3 update expands Dune: Awakening with new features for the endgame and additionally provides fresh content for PvE fans:
- The Landsraad system will be revamped and complemented with new, repeatable missions.
- New specialization skills allow you to further refine your playstyle – for example as a fighter, crafter, or explorer.
- The overworld map will receive 10 new locations with new challenges, including 5 new test stations with adjustable difficulty.
- With the new augmentation station, you can specifically enhance your gear with augmentations.
- Two new weapons will be added: Dualblade and Pyrocannon, and the Rapier will be revised.
- A new quest line will advance the story.
What content does the DLC bring? The DLC “Scavengers of the Wastes” expands Dune: Awakening with numerous cosmetic contents, including:
- 74 smuggler building parts
- 17 smuggler decorations
- 3 smuggler armor sets
- 2 smuggler weapon variants
- one raider buggy skin
- one smuggler texture and emotes
Are there currently discounts for Dune: Awakening? If you want to get an impression of Dune: Awakening before the big update, you can currently save during the winter sale on Steam. The survival MMO is available for about 32.50 euros until January 5, 2026. Additionally, owners of a copy of Conan Exiles benefit from an additional discount when purchasing Dune: Awakening.
With Chapter 3, Funcom will bring fresh content to Arrakis in early 2026. Especially the new specializations and the revamped Landsraad tasks are sure to appeal to PvE fans. If you wish to take a break in the meantime without leaving your base to the sandstorm, you can use a new tool that allows for easy saving of bases. More details can be found here: Dune Awakening gives fans with hundreds of hours of gameplay what they want: They can finally stop playing
