Equipment & weapons in Dune Awakening
In Dune: Awakening, the right equipment is crucial for survival on Arrakis. Players must choose their weapons and armor wisely, upgrade them and adapt them to their faction and play style.
Weapon types
The game offers a variety of weapon types - with a focus on realistic combat behavior based on the Dune universe.
Example weapon types:
- Melee weapons: Knives (e.g. Crysknives), swords - effective against shield bearers in slow attacks
- Ranged weapons: Projectile weapons, laser weapons (rare & dangerous due to chain reactions with shields)
- Explosives: Mines, grenades, explosive charges - ideal for sabotage and base attacks
- Special equipment: Stun weapons, wormlock devices, tactical tools
Note: Weapons can be adapted to the target behavior - e.g. PvE (against creatures) or PvP (against players).
Armor
Armor not only protects against physical attacks, but also against heat, sandstorms and spice effects.
Typical types of armor:
- Light armor: Provide mobility, lesser protection
- Medium armor: Balance between movement and defense
- Heavy armor: Highest protection, but with disadvantages in stamina & speed
- Special clothing: E.g. stillsuits for water extraction and survival in the desert
Armor can be upgraded with modules and materials (e.g. with heat protection or sound absorption).
Upgrades & Crafting
Players can improve their equipment via a deep crafting system:
- Weapon Upgrades: Improved grips, ammo types, aiming systems
- Armor Modifications: Thermal insulation, shield boosters, lighter alloys
- Rare resources: Spice components, worm skin, alien metals
Upgrades require rare resources that can be collected through exploration, trade or PvP actions.
Shields
Shields are a key element in combat - they block fast attacks but are vulnerable to slow melee hits.
Special features:
- Personal Shields: Portable units, limited energy
- Base Shields: Large stationary systems for buildings or vehicles
- Interactions: Contact with lasers can lead to dangerous explosions (true to Lore)
Tactical note: In close combat, slow, precise attacks are more effective against shield bearers.