Funcom took the stage during the Into the Infinite showcase at Gamescom 2025 to reveal a massive wave of new content for Dune: Awakening, its open-world survival crafting game. On September 10, 2025, players will be able to continue the main story in Chapter 2, dive into the brand-new standalone DLC The Lost Harvest, and explore even more of Arrakis through additional world content and contracts.
Chapter 2 – A Free Update to the Main Story
The free Chapter 2 update picks up where the base game’s story left off, following the cliffhanger ending that left players with burning questions about the Imperium’s secrets. This continuation introduces new and returning characters, fresh locations, and deeper narrative threads that uncover hidden corners of the empire. Beyond the story expansion, Chapter 2 brings new contracts, dynamic encounters, items, and activities. Players will also gain access to expanded character customization, including new hairstyles and a long-requested character re-customization feature.
The Lost Harvest DLC – A Standalone Adventure
Launching alongside Chapter 2 is The Lost Harvest, a premium DLC priced at $12.99. This new storyline begins after a Miner’s Guild spice harvester crashes, carrying a mysterious cargo. It’s up to players to uncover what’s inside and determine its fate.
The DLC also introduces new cosmetics, including the first-ever cosmetic vehicle, the Treadwheel, complete with unique animations. Additional content includes the Dune Man building set, new armor and weapon skins, decorations, and more. While cosmetic, all items must still be crafted in-game. The Lost Harvest is included in the Season Pass ($24.99) and comes bundled with the Deluxe and Ultimate Editions of Dune: Awakening.
Free Trial and Vinyl Pre-Orders
To celebrate Gamescom, Funcom also announced a Free Trial available from August 20 to August 24. Steam players can experience up to 10 hours of gameplay across the Hagga Basin map, with progress carrying over if they decide to purchase the full game. Trial participants will also encounter other trial players during their journey, even though cross-play with the full game is disabled.
Additionally, pre-orders have opened for the Dune: Awakening soundtrack vinyl. Recorded at London’s AIR Studio’s Lyndhurst Hall by award-winning composer Knut Avenstroup Haugen, the vinyl aims to bring the haunting atmosphere of Arrakis into players’ homes.
Release Date and Platforms
Dune: Awakening is available now on Steam for $49.99. Chapter 2 launches as a free update, while The Lost Harvest DLC arrives the same day on September 10, 2025.
