| Title | Dune: Awakening |
|---|---|
| Developer | Funcom |
| Publisher | Funcom |
| Game Launch Date | June 10, 2025 (Windows), PS5 & Xbox Series X|S TBD |
| Genres | Survival, MMO |
| Platforms | Windows, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S |
| Free to Play | No |
Dune Awakening Live Player Count
Dune: Awakening is an open-world survival MMO developed by Funcom, set on the desert planet Arrakis. Released June 10, 2025 (with early access from June 5 for deluxe editions), players scavenge, craft bases, pilot ornithopters, contend with giant sandworms, sandstorms and rival factions in dynamic PvE/PvP encounters.
This title stands out through its high-stakes desert survival mechanics—losing gear permanently to sandworms, spice-induced abilities, and large-scale guild warfare reminiscent of Conan Exiles but on a much grander scale.
Fans of survival MMOs may enjoy similar experiences like Dune: Spice Wars, Conan Exiles, and Mortal Shell 2, which blend resource-based survival with strategic combat and base-building elements.
Currently available on Windows PC via Steam, it supports hundreds of concurrent players—with a peak of over 142,000 on launch day and steady live counts around 78,000—while Xbox Series and PlayStation 5 ports are slated for release in late 2026.
At ActivePlayer.io, we track real-time metrics like live player counts, monthly/peak/average daily stats, and Twitch viewership; for Dune: Awakening.
Dune Awakening - Monthly Statistics
| Month | Daily Avg | Gain | Gain % | Peak Players |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last 30 Days | 7,062 | -384 | -5.16% | 14,609 |
| June 2026 | 7,447 | 458 | 6.55% | 9,862 |
| May 2026 | 6,989 | 1,168 | 20.06% | 14,609 |
| April 2026 | 5,821 | -2,035 | -25.90% | 11,200 |
| March 2026 | 7,857 | -2,774 | -26.10% | 16,282 |
| February 2026 | 10,631 | 4,987 | 88.37% | 14,998 |
| January 2026 | 5,644 | 785 | 16.16% | 10,634 |
| December 2025 | 4,859 | -935 | -16.14% | 9,680 |
| November 2025 | 5,794 | -3,986 | -40.76% | 12,088 |
| October 2025 | 9,780 | -6,902 | -41.37% | 21,164 |
| September 2025 | 16,683 | -4,790 | -22.31% | 44,674 |
| August 2025 | 21,473 | -27,880 | -56.49% | 46,581 |
| July 2025 | 49,353 | -53,275 | -51.91% | 114,445 |
| June 2025 | 102,629 | - | 0.00% | 189,126 |
Dune Awakening monthly active users (MAU). Base from Steam data.
Dune Awakening - Monthly Stats Chart
Dune Awakening monthly active users (MAU) in graph. Data from Steam database.
Dune: Awakening - Twitch Statistics
30-Day Performance Summary
Detailed Timeframe Analysis
Data from Twitch API
Last updated: May 8, 2026 2:40 AM
Dune: Awakening - Regional Interest
Top Regions by Interest
- Norway 100%
- Denmark 76%
- Sweden 62%
- Germany 58%
- Australia 52%
- Estonia 52%
- New Zealand 50%
- Finland 48%
- Canada 46%
- Czechia 46%
Dune: Awakening Support Platform
Platform: |
Availability: |
| Windows (Steam) | ✔️ |
| Linux | ❌ |
| MAC | ❌ |
| Xbox One | ❌ |
| Xbox Series X/S | ✔️ (planned late 2025/2026) |
| PS4 | ❌ |
| PS5 | ✔️ (planned late 2025/2026) |
| Nintendo Switch | ❌ |
| Android | ❌ |
| iOS | ❌ |
| Cross-Platform (PC to Consoles) | ❌ |
| Cross-Platform (PC to Mobile) | ❌ |
Frequently Asked Questions:
How many people play Dune Awakening right now?
There are about 4,465 people playing Dune Awakening right now.
How many people have played Dune Awakening in the past 24 hours?
The 24-hour peak is 12,889 players.
How many monthly active users Dune Awakening had in the past 30 days?
The peak monthly players count is 14,609.
Is Dune Awakening still popular in 2026?
It appears that Dune Awakening may not be as popular in 2026 due to lower player activity.
Is Dune Awakening on Steam?
Yes. Dune Awakening is available on Steam. You can find it here: Dune Awakening on Steam.
Is Dune Awakening Cross Platform?
Not yet. As of 2026, the game is PC‑only and does not support cross‑play or cross‑progression. Console versions are planned later, but cross‑platform features haven’t been confirmed or enabled yet.
Is Dune Awakening Free to play?
No. It’s a premium game with a base price (~$50 for Standard, Deluxe and Ultimate editions cost more and offer early access or DLC). Not free‑to‑play.
Can you play Dune Awakening in Mac?
No native macOS version exists. But you can play it on a Mac using a Windows emulator or cloud‑PC services like Shadow or CloudDeck to stream the Windows version.
