A Steam community post has raised concerns about the specialisation time-gate mechanic in Dune: Awakening, calling it frustrating and punitive for casual players. The time-gate, intended to pace progression, is reported to impose an excessive grind, especially for solo players who may need over a year of consistent play to unlock all specialisations. The poster suggests replacing this system with a lore-friendly spice addiction or tolerance mechanic, which could better align with the game’s world and improve accessibility. This feedback reflects ongoing player unease with grind-heavy progression in the live game environment as of October 2026.
- Time-gate forces long grind, challenging solo players
- Suggestion to use spice addiction system for progression