"Dune: Awakening PvP Exploit Found in Open Beta"

Dune: Awakening's open beta weekend has just concluded, revealing a significant exploit that allows players to keep their enemies stunned indefinitely. Dive into the details of this PvP-disrupting bug and learn about Funcom's plans to address it.

Players Discover Game-Breaking Stunlock Exploit

The open beta weekend for Dune: Awakening offered players a taste of the first 20-25 hours of gameplay, along with various other features. During the Global LAN Party livestream on May 10, participants uncovered an exploit that enables them to stun opponents in PvP indefinitely.

The "stunlock exploit" occurs when a player uses rapid knife attacks on enemies who have depleted their stamina. The targeted player becomes unable to defend themselves, use abilities, or escape, resulting in a continuous stagger state.

This exploit was prominently showcased during livestreams by popular streamers Tyler1 and Shroud, drawing significant attention to the issue.

Funcom Promises Fix Before Launch

During the Global LAN Party livestream, Funcom's developers directly observed the stunlock exploit and swiftly addressed the issue. Dune: Awakening World Director Jeff Gagné and Lead Producer Ole Andreas Haley committed to resolving this problem before the game's official launch.

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 substantial praise and critical feedback to refine the game ahead of its upcoming release.

Dune: Awakening is slated for release on June 10, 2025, for PC, with subsequent releases planned for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S at a later, yet-to-be-announced date. Stay updated with the latest developments by checking out our related article below!