Get ready to immerse yourself in the sands of Arrakis with Dune: Awakening—pre-download options are on the horizon! Here's everything you need to know about pre-downloading the game and when it will be available.

Dune: Awakening Preload/Pre-Download Table of Contents

⚫︎ Preload and Pre-Download Date
⚫︎ How To Preload/Pre-Download
⚫︎ Preload/Pre-Download File Size

Preload and Pre-Download Date

Preload and Pre-Download Available for PC

Exciting news from the official Dune: Awakening website—preload will kick off 24 hours before the game launches. Mark your calendars for June 4th, starting at 7 AM PDT / 10 AM EDT. Pre-order owners, get ready to dive into the world of Arrakis ahead of time! However, it's important to note that while Standard Edition owners can preload, they will not have head start access to the game.

How to Preload and Pre-Download

Pre-Download from Steam

If you've pre-ordered Dune: Awakening in any edition, you're in luck! You can preload or pre-download the game starting June 4, 2025, at 7 AM PDT / 10 AM EDT, a full 24 hours before the servers open for those with head start access. Just head over to Steam and get ready to embark on your journey through the desert.

Pre-Download from PlayStation and Xbox

Console enthusiasts, hang tight! The release date for Dune: Awakening on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S has yet to be announced, so pre-downloads are not currently available. Rest assured, we'll update this guide as soon as we have more information on console release and pre-download options.

Preload/Pre-Download File Size

Minimum Required Space is 60GB

While Funcom hasn't yet confirmed the exact pre-download file size, you can prepare by setting aside at least 60 GB of space. This is based on the minimum system requirements needed to play the game on Low settings. Make sure you have enough room on your drive to accommodate this epic adventure!