Dune: Awakening Update Enhances Gameplay Experience
Funcom, the developer behind the large-scale survival game Dune: Awakening, has rolled out a significant update that implements a range of enhancements aimed at improving player experience. Recently, creative director Joel Bylos shared details about these forthcoming changes, which include notable adjustments to ornithopters, the removal of restrictions on visiting sietches, and a critical transformation of the Deep Desert zones.
Deep Desert Evolution: A Shift to PvE
One of the most significant changes introduced in this update is the conversion of the southern half of the Deep Desert map into a PvE zone. This allows players who prefer to avoid PvP confrontations to explore and harvest valuable resources without the constant threat of being attacked. Players can now safely navigate this area to gather resources without having to delve deeper into PvP hotspots.
However, it’s worth noting that a greater density of valuable resources remains available in the northern regions of the Deep Desert, which are still classified as PvP zones. Players who are willing to take on the risks associated with PvP will find that these areas offer the most lucrative rewards, including access to rare materials.
Resource Dynamics: Changes To Spice Fields
Significant adjustments have also been made to the resource availability within the game. For example, plasteel plates continue to be exclusive to PvP zones, while the number of active medium spice fields has decreased from eight to six. Conversely, the number of small spice fields has increased from 20 to 22. The largest spice fields will still predominantly be positioned in the northern regions of the Deep Desert, encouraging adventurers to brave the PvP areas.
The spawn rates for Titanium and Stravidium have also been adjusted, now requiring players to venture into PvP zones to acquire larger quantities of these resources. Additionally, the respawn duration for both materials has been extended from 30 minutes to 45 minutes.
Ornithopter Adjustments and Sietch Access
In terms of vehicle changes, the Scout Ornithopters have seen a decrease in speed and maneuverability when equipped with rocket launchers, leading to a 20% reduction for Scouts and a 10% reduction for Assault Ornithopters. This adjustment aims to balance the vehicle dynamics within the game.
The update also lifts the restrictions on visiting sietches, granting players the freedom to explore any sietch within their world and claim land as desired. Alongside these major changes, a range of bug fixes and stability enhancements have been implemented to refine the overall gameplay experience.
Community Reactions and Future Developments
The reaction from the Dune: Awakening community has been mixed. While some players engaging in PvP believe the previous balance struck by Funcom was ideal, others—primarily those who prefer a non-PVP experience—are welcoming the recent changes. Funcom has committed to ongoing adaptations and balancing based on player feedback, promising to respond to the evolving needs of the player base.
As we look ahead, it is expected that further developments will emerge throughout the year, especially with Funcom planning to unveil the first major content drop in the coming months.
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