Dune fans, rejoice! The highly anticipated multiplayer survival game, Dune: Awakening, finally has a launch date: May 20th. Developer Funcom made the announcement, and to whet our appetites, they've also released a character creator and benchmark tool on Steam, available for free.

The character creator, inspired by the infamous Gom Jabbar test, allows players to customize their in-game appearance, choose their home planet, caste, and mentor. These choices will have a significant impact on the abilities players will have at the start of the game. What's more, the character creator will carry over players' choices to the full game when it launches, giving fans a head start on their Arrakis adventure.

In addition to the character creator, Funcom has also released a benchmark mode, which enables players to test their system's capabilities to handle the game. This tool promises to deliver "epic scenes" from the game, including soaring with an ornithopter and a dramatic encounter with a colossal sandworm. Both the character creator and benchmark tool are available now on Steam, giving fans a taste of what's to come.

For those eagerly awaiting the game's launch, May 20th can't come soon enough. Dune: Awakening promises to deliver a rich, immersive survival experience set in the beloved sci-fi universe. With its multiplayer capabilities and richly detailed world, the game is poised to become a must-play for fans of the franchise and gamers alike.

As the gaming world continues to evolve, it's clear that Dune: Awakening is set to make a significant impact. With its unique blend of survival mechanics and sci-fi storytelling, the game is well-positioned to attract a broad audience. As we count down to the launch date, fans can rest assured that Funcom is dedicated to delivering a gaming experience that will do justice to the iconic franchise.

Stay tuned for more updates on Dune: Awakening as we approach the launch date. In the meantime, get ready to embark on an epic adventure on Arrakis by trying out the character creator and benchmark tool on Steam.