Dune: Awakening prioritizes controller design despite PC launch first
Dune: Awakening is designed primarily for controllers, according to producer Nils Ryborg. The game will launch on PC first, followed by Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5. This approach aims to simplify the transition from console to PC. Ryborg noted that creating a console-first game makes it easier to adapt for PC, compared to starting with a PC version. The game will feature hundreds of players competing for control of Arrakis and its valuable Spice. While the PC version is expected in early 2025, the console release will follow later, possibly in 2025 or beyond. The game is also designed to be compatible with handheld devices like the Steam Deck.