House Vernius of Ix DLC is now available

House Vernius of the Ixian confederacy is the primary supplier of folding spacecraft in the galaxy. His obsession with technological progress collides with the ban on thinking machines imposed by the Butlerian Jihad. So far, they have managed to stay within the letter of the law, but a monopoly on spices could free them from these minor restrictions. More information here.

Discover all the details about House Vernius of Ix

House Vernius of Ix is positioned at the heart of the Ixian Confederacy. This faction of scientists and engineers pushes the boundaries of technology as they navigate the political and diplomatic landscapes of the universe. As they defy the restrictions of Butlerian Jihad, they create self-learning machines and sophisticated combat drones, while denying any form of artificial consciousness. Their technological experience is unmatched. More information here.

Heroes of Dune

The main goal of Heroes of Dune is to introduce even more of the Dune universe into the game. There were already a good number of Dune characters in the game (31 characters in total), but they were only present in the interfaces. Heroes of Dune will bring some of them to the map, to fight alongside your military units. Prominent figures from the Dune universe such as Duncan Idaho and Glossu Rabban will be playable units in all game modes and will have a tremendous impact on the battlefield. More information here.

House Vernius of Ix and Heroes of Dune

The Dune: Spice Wars team has announced that the first DLC for the game, House Vernius of Ix, will be available for purchase on March 7. Additionally, a free Major Update arrives the same day the DLC is released, bringing the long-awaited Heroes of Dune content to the base game. Take a look here for more information.

Update 1.0 is now available!

The Dune: Spice Wars 1.0 update has finally arrived on Arrakis and with it comes a host of new content, mods, fixes, and much more! In the last year and a half, multiple updates have been released that added a ton of content, improvements... largely based on player suggestions and feedback. But with all the sentimental stuff out of the way, it's time to take a look at what's new in Dune: Spice Wars update 1.0. Let’s do it here.

Introducing House Ecaz

The refined and prestigious Casa Ecaz, patron of the best artists and master of each and every pleasure, formally invites you to the inauguration of its new resort: the exotic Arrakis. Historical ally of House Atreides, this great house will fend for itself on the harsh planes of Arrakis, which will undoubtedly become the crown jewel of the interplanetary archduchy under his rule. Archduchess Armanda Ecaz and her family will bring their subtle blend of overt luxury, passive aggression, and political dominance to an already hotly contested Dune, sure to derail any plans the other factions may have devised. More information here.

Let's discover the details of V 1.0 of Dune: Spice Wars

After over a year and a half in Early Access, and after countless incredible player feedback and support, the teams at Funcom and Shiro Games have announced that Dune: Spice Wars will be leaving Early Access and going into version 1.0 in September. And to mark the occasion, we can already enjoy a new trailer for the game:

The Conquest update is now available!

The update we've all been waiting for has finally arrived! Conquest mode is now available in Dune: Spice Wars! Choose your home, chart your course, plan your strategy, and don't underestimate the countless dangerous obstacles that may threaten your claim to dominance on Arrakis... Conquest mode, new tutorials, resource management updates, and countless other changes are coming in the biggest update to Dune: Spice Wars yet. Check out the full changelog here!

The Line In The Sand update is now available!

This update features a number of changes, additions, and balance work based on player feedback and suggestions over the past few months, along with some major additions and improvements that the dev team has been preparing since Early Access launched on last year. The Line In The Sand update is a substantial update that addresses many aspects of the game, so let's take a look at what you can expect with the full list of changes.

Air and Sand | New update

In light of the recent events on Arrakis, the space guild has granted access to the planet and reinforcements are arriving in droves. In the Air and Sand update, combat in Dune: Spice Wars evolves, with the addition of a wide variety of new flying units that join the fray and offer a host of new ways to engage and gain the upper hand on your enemies. In addition to these new flying units and aerial combat, there are new buildings, resources, systems and much more... Stay tuned for the full patch notes!

House Corrino has arrived on Arrakis...

Imperial House Corrino has ruled the galaxy for ten millennia, and Shaddam IV intends to keep it that way. The situation on Arrakis demands the direct intervention of the Padishah Emperor, who will use all his wit and the power of his administration to turn the war to his advantage. If you want to know all the details of the units, abilities, etc. of House Corrino, take a look here.

Introducing House Corrino

His Imperial Majesty, the Padishah Emperor of the Known Universe Shaddam IV, will be arriving on Arrakis very soon to settle the question of his oversight once and for all, and he is not happy to have to make the trip. House Corrino has ruled the Imperium for 10 millennia, balancing the conflicting interests of CHOAM, the Spacing Guild, and the Great Houses, and they are unwilling to lose control of the most valuable planet in the universe. The emperor brings with him his fearsome Sardaukar legions, mysterious elite warriors from Salusa Secundus. He will have to use them, as well as all of his political acumen and control over CHOAM, to subdue the rogue houses and wild rebels of Arrakis. Shaddam IV, the 81st Padishah Emperor, has ruled the Corrino Empire for 36 years, following the tragic murder of his father. After years managing the tumultuous politics of the Landsraad, Shaddam has become adept at using the ambitions of his opponents against him. His growing paranoia, fueled by the lack of a male heir and the growing popularity of Duke Leto Atreides, led him to establish the Spice Wars as a way to remove any threat to his rule and assert his dominance. in the spice trade. Discover more information here.

House Corrino is coming to Dune: Spice Wars

With the release of Multiplayer a few weeks back, it's time to look to the next major update and promised 5th faction to come to the game during Early Access, which we are proud to announce is House Corrino! The Imperial House Corrino, rulers of the Known Universe for the last ten millennia are coming to Arrakis... The factions on Arrakis have become unruly, and as such, the Padishah Emperor Shaddam IV is left with no choice but to make a rare trip to the desert planet, alongside his feared Sardaukar in order to remind them of his dominion. While he holds a lot of power, he must also be careful to preserve certain essential relationships, most crucially with the Spacing Guild. Playing as House Corrino, players will experience a very different kind of economy to balance. Tip the scales of spice in your favor by receiving spice taxes or bribes from other factions while paying the Spacing Guild’s fees to maintain interstellar travel at affordable rates and hold the empire together. Don’t miss a single detail by clicking here.

The multiplayer update is live!

Multiplayer mode has arrived! The team from Dune: Spice Wars has just launched its first important milestone from its Early Access Roadmap. The moment has come to lure your friends in with promises of spice and then sit back and see who takes the desert first. Or maybe you will help them, if it is of some advantage to you... From today, you will be able to join together for 2v2 matches or face each other in  a free-for all of up to 4 players. Any open spot can be filled with AI controlled factions that can vary in difficulty. If you want more information regarding the topic you only have to click here.

Dune: Spice Wars will have multiplayer

In the new Spice Wars multiplayer mode, up to 4 players can face off in FFA and 2v2 or team up in co-op to take on AI opponents with new synergy systems between factions that will open up a host of strategies to approach the game in  multiple different ways. The multiplayer mode will be available in a few weeks and more details about this new mode will be revealed very soon. Take a look at the PC Gaming Show segment where they talk a bit about the new mode and some of Shiro's upcoming work:

Roadmap revealed!

Dune: Spice Wars has been out for almost a month now and the response from players and press alike has been very good. With the spice flowing and a solid foundation to build on, the Dune: Spice Wars team will continue to push the game to the next level. Multiplayer is the current priority. After that, several major features are planned, including an unannounced new faction and bringing iconic Dune characters to life as Councilors take to the map as playable hero units. The Air & Sand update will dig deeper into the warfare, introducing new units and tactical elements to the mix. If you want more information, take a look here.

Introducing the Fremen

The Fremen are the native inhabitants of Arrakis. Enraged by the imperial invadors, they put up a fierce and unsparing resistance. They are often underestimated, but their martial skills are well known by the few who have been lucky enough to survive an encounter with them. Throughout the 60 years of Harkonnen occupation, the Fremen have been a thorn in the baron’s side. Their long term objective is to change the planet into a warm, lush planet, putting spice trade in danger. The Spice Wars are an opportunity to free the planet from the imperial oppression, an opportunity that the Fremen are excited to seize. Liet Kynes, renowned planetologist of the Empire, based in Arrakis to study the spice cycle, is secretly leading an ecological Fremen project started by his father. His double loyalty has made him capable of traversing through both the confusing Fremen traditions and the impenetrable imperial administration. The Fremen have an almost religious admiration for Liet, as they believe he will lead them to a utopic Arrakis, free from both the imperium and water scarcity. If you want to find out more details about the Fremen, enter here.

Introducing the Smugglers

As in any high profit market, the spice trade attracts all types of entrepeneurs. Those who wish to avoid the reach of CHOAM resort to smugglers to acquire the precious substance, making it an important clandestine economic power within the Imperium. And where there is profit, there will always be smugglers waiting to play their cards… Smugglers have control of their own territory, with an armed force and a certain political influence. Their agents have their hands in agreements from every planet, influencing public politics and trade everywhere. At the end of the day, the final objective of the smugglers is to get to a state where their family becomes a Landsraad house of their own right. As an expert trader, Esmar Tuek is the most respected smuggler in Arrakis. With the start of the spice war between the main houses, the smugglers united under his leadership to defend their interests on the planet. If you want to find out more information about the smugglers, enter here.

Introducing House Harkonnen

House Harkonnen, hailing from Giedi Prime (a greatly industrialised planet that lives under the iron fist of its cruel Baron) is a House with a reputation of ambition, brutality, and malevolence. It’s not surprising that it is one of the most feared houses of the Imperium. They are known for their torturous and sinister political tactics and for the historic dispute they maintained with House Atreides for centuries. They are also a force to keep in mind and are feared by their fellow Houses, with good reason. Their leader is Baron Vladimir Harkonnen, one of the richest members of Landsraad and the most dangerous rivals of Duke Leto Atreides. It is an unrivaled conspirator, as ruthless and cruel as it is intelligent and wise. The Baron is hungry for power and has a special ability to manipulate others and to exploit their weaknesses, as well as having a tendency for torture and blackmail, making it one of the most dangerous predators of Arrakis. If you want to find out more information about House Harkonnen, click here.

Introducing House Atreides

It’s one of the most powerful Houses in the known universe. Honourable, efficient, and very respected. These are some of the motives, amongst others, however Barón Harkonnen considers them a threat to his aspirations of power and control. House Atreides is one of the Great Houses of the Imperium, and an important member of Landsraad, the parliament that joins the major and lower Houses of the Imperium. The Atreides have led the lush, oceanic planet Caladan for generations and are leading their land with justice and honour. Their leader is Duke Leto, a distinguished aristocrat, proud of his House’s story and his ducal privileges. Although he sometimes seems tough, unflexible, proud, and authoritarian, he is considered a fair and loyal leader, and someone worthy of respect. If you want to find out more about House Atreides, click here.