Dune: Awakening recently concluded its open beta weekend, during which fans uncovered a significant exploit that could keep enemies stunned indefinitely. This article delves into the details of this PvP-disrupting bug and outlines Funcom's plans to address it before the game's official launch.
Players Discover Game-Breaking Stunlock Exploit
The open beta weekend for Dune: Awakening offered players a chance to experience the first 20-25 hours of the game, along with various other features. During the Global LAN Party livestream on May 10, participants stumbled upon an exploit that allowed them to stun their opponents in PvP indefinitely.
The "stunlock exploit" occurs when a player repeatedly uses quick knife attacks on an enemy who has depleted their stamina. This leaves the target unable to defend themselves, use abilities, or escape, effectively trapping them 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, Funcom's developers directly observed the stunlock exploit and promptly addressed the issue. Dune: Awakening World Director Jeff Gagné and Lead Producer Ole Andreas Haley assured players that the exploit would be resolved before the game's official release.
Gagné confidently stated, "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 received valuable feedback and praise, which will help optimize the game for its upcoming release.
Dune: Awakening is scheduled to launch on June 10, 2025, for PC, with releases for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S to follow at a later, yet-to-be-announced date. Stay updated with the latest news on the game by checking out our related articles below!
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