Funcom has officially launched the first-ever building contest for its hit survival MMO, Dune: Awakening. Running from July 14 to July 28, 2025 (6 PM EST), the event invites players to showcase their most impressive base creations for a chance to win exclusive in-game and real-world rewards.
Released on June 5, 2025, Dune: Awakening has quickly become Funcom’s fastest-selling title, surpassing the studio’s previous record held by Conan Exiles. With a peak of 189,000 concurrent players on Steam, the game has made waves in the open-world survival genre—despite early concerns over PvE endgame content and griefing issues.
A Creative Challenge on the Sands of Arrakis
Set on the unforgiving desert planet of Arrakis, Dune: Awakening challenges players to survive by managing thirst, gathering resources, and building fortified bases. Now, players can turn their architectural skills into recognition and rewards.
The building contest, detailed in an official blog post on the Dune Awakening website, is open to all players. Whether you’re a solo survivor or part of a clan, if you’ve built something unique, this is your chance to shine.
How to Enter the Dune Awakening Building Contest
Participants can submit entries via photo or video, showing off their base layout or design. To enter:
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Upload to Twitter (X), BlueSky, Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube
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Tag with @duneawakening or use the hashtag #DuneAwakening
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Alternatively, post on PimpMyDune.com and tag your entry with “Building Contest”
📌 Submission Guidelines:
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Only one submission per person
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Max 20 photos or a 2-minute video
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Deadline: July 28 at 6 PM EST
All types of creative builds are welcome—from fortified spice outposts to hidden desert sanctuaries. Winners will receive exclusive in-game items, Dune merchandise, and the chance to be featured by Funcom in community spotlights and livestreams.
Addressing Community Feedback While Promoting Creativity
Although Dune: Awakening has faced some criticism around its endgame and PvP balance, Funcom has been proactive in patching issues and engaging with its community. This contest signals a continued push to celebrate the player base’s creativity, while reinforcing the game’s core survival and construction mechanics.
Ready to Build Your Dune?
Whether you’re a veteran builder or just getting started on Arrakis, this is the perfect opportunity to leave your mark on the Dune universe. As Funcom continues to evolve the game, events like these help shape the direction of the community and the world they’re surviving in.
For full contest details, visit the official announcement.