Players in Dune: Awakening have reported a troubling issue with flamethrower enemies who ignite players instantly, bypassing shields and inflicting continuous fire damage that healing cannot effectively stop. Unlike other foes, including bosses, these enemies create a combat challenge that forces players to rely on ranged attacks, which are not always practical. This problem appears to be a bug or balancing flaw, significantly affecting combat dynamics and player experience as of October 2026.
- Flamethrower attacks bypass shields and cause persistent damage ticks.
- Ranged attacks are currently the only reliable counter, limiting combat options.