Solaris II

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Dune: Awakening

Solaris II appears to be a private server or a niche MMORPG, likely related to the Metin2 community (based on social handles). It released in 2020, and its ongoing activity is typical of smaller, fan-run MMOs: steady, modest engagement but limited growth. The lack of a prominent publisher or developer further limits its reach, but its MMO nature and continued operation suggest a dedicated small base.

As of late August 2025, Dune: Awakening had approximately 14,000 concurrent players, reflecting a significant decline from its peak of over 189,000 concurrent players shortly after launch in June 2025. This decrease is attributed to factors such as player burnout, game design issues, and technical problems. Despite these challenges, the developers remain optimistic, citing strong player retention and a 10-year development roadmap that includes plans to explore new planets and regions within the Dune universe. ([gamesradar.com](https://www.gamesradar.com/games/mmo/dune-awakening-dev-says-player-retention-has-been-extremely-good-and-the-mmos-10-year-plan-still-has-so-much-to-pull-from-in-the-lore-well-go-to-new-planets-eventually/?utm_source=openai))