The wait is over. Servers for Dune: Awakening are coming back online following a period of scheduled maintenance. The downtime was used to deploy patch 1.2.20.0, the update many players have been anticipating for its quality-of-life improvements, especially for base building.
Funcom confirmed the servers are returning and the patch is now available for download. This is the update slated to include the much-discussed Base Reconstruction Tool, a feature designed to give players more flexibility and control over their desert fortresses. While full patch notes often detail numerous fixes and balance tweaks, the headline feature is a significant one for anyone invested in crafting the perfect home on Arrakis.
How do I download the new Dune: Awakening patch?
If the update doesn't begin downloading automatically, Funcom advises that players should fully restart their Steam client. This usually resolves the issue and prompts the download for version 1.2.20.0 to begin, letting you jump back into the action.
What does this update mean for players?
Beyond the immediate server access, this patch continues Funcom's commitment to refining the core survival and crafting loop. Major tool additions like the base backup system suggest a focus on reducing player frustration and encouraging more ambitious construction projects without the fear of losing everything to a single mistake or raid. It’s a solid step toward making the harsh world of Arrakis a place worth settling in for the long haul.