Base building & housing in Dune Awakening
In Dune: Awakening, base building offers players the opportunity to build their own refuges, production sites or fortresses on Arrakis.
Given the harsh environment and the PvP threat from other players, the choice of location, design and defense is essential for long-term survival - and for economic expansion.
Opportunities
- Storage for resources
- Crafting stations
- respawn point
- Vehicle hangar
- Water and spice management
- Guild rooms & coordination centers
Can be built solo or in a team - depending on how you play.
Restrictions
- Building bans in sandworm zones
- Faction or region restrictions
- Obligation to supply (water, energy)
- Structural decay due to inactivity
- Limited building points
The location determines success or defeat.
Defense & PvP
- Walls, gates, alarms
- Defense towers, drones
- Camouflage / EMP shielding
- Automatic systems
- Players as guards
Defense is essential for survival on PvP servers.
Modular structure
- Modular elements (walls, roofs, stations)
- Functional devices (scanners, energy supply)
- Decoration & faction design
Creative expression meets functionality.
Conclusion
Base building is essential for long-term survival on Arrakis - and an important game mechanic for PvP, crafting and progression.
