Unlocking Buried Treasure: Dune Awakening’s Ultimate Guide

Unlocking Buried Treasure: Dune Awakening's Ultimate Guide

The vast deserts of Arrakis in Dune Awakening are filled with hidden treasures just waiting for you to uncover them. While at first, the treacherous sands may feel overwhelming, mastering the mechanics of the game opens up a wealth of resources, including Solaris, crafting materials, and unique gear. If you find yourself struggling during the ‘Buried Treasure’ side quest, fear not. This guide will equip you with everything you need to locate these hidden caches efficiently.

How to Locate Buried Treasure in Dune Awakening

To kick off your treasure-hunting adventure, you’ll need to acquire two vital Fremen devices: the Handheld Resource Scanner and the Static Compactor. Successfully complete the Second Trial of Aql to unlock both tools.

If you’re short on resources to craft these essential devices, a great first step is to explore moisture-sealed caves where you can gather the Fremen materials you need.

Static Compactor Dune Awakening

With your Handheld Resource Scanner and Static Compactor in hand, step out into the open sands. Activate the scanner while pointing it around your surroundings. Keep an eye out for a cache logo (diamond icon), which signifies something buried beneath the sands. While treasure can be located almost anywhere, pay attention to the Sandworm meter, which helps you ensure you’re searching in promising locations.

Upon spotting the cache logo, deploy the Static Compactor onto the ground. This handy tool will excavate the buried treasure, allowing you to loot its rewards. Just remember, treasure hunting isn’t always fruitful; sometimes, you may only unearth a few bits of ore.

Also, keep in mind that using the compactor can attract the attention of a Sandworm, so be vigilant of the meter. You definitely don’t want to become a snack! And if you do find yourself toasted, check out what happens when you die in Dune Awakening.

How to Get Sandbike Scanner in Dune Awakening

If you’re serious about becoming a treasure-hunting expert, investing in a Sandbike Scanner is essential. This powerful vehicle add-on not only speeds up your treasure discovery but also provides a quick escape when a Sandworm shows up uninvited. You can unlock its schematics from the Research menu early on, and it requires Iron Ingots and Advanced Servoks to craft.

Riding a Sandbike in Dune Awakening
Image Credit: Funcom, Dune Awakening (screenshot by Aryan Singh/Moyens I/O)

Gather iron ore throughout the Hagga Basin South region, and process it in an Ore Refinery to obtain Iron Ingots. Advanced Servoks can be located in Imperial Testing Stations scattered across Arrakis or purchased from vendors for around €75.

With the Sandbike Scanner, you can glide across the desert and scan for buried treasure without dismounting. If you have a buddy with an Ornithopter, consider using the Handheld Resource Scanner instead. Just hop onto the Ornithopter with the scanner, and have your friend pilot it over large expanses of sand. This technique allows for quicker exploration and more efficient treasure discovery!

That wraps up our guide on finding buried treasure in Dune Awakening. What’s your favorite vehicle in the game? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

Have questions like, “How do I upgrade my gear in Dune Awakening?” The best way to upgrade is by collecting rare materials found throughout the desert, which can enhance your equipment significantly.

Wondering if there are hidden locations in the game? Yes, Arrakis is filled with unexplored territories, many with valuable resources and secrets waiting to be uncovered.

If you’re curious about leveling up quickly, the key lies in completing quests and participating in exploratory activities, which yield valuable experience points and unlock new abilities.

Considering strategies to avoid Sandworms? Utilize stealth techniques and always keep an eye on the Sandworm meter to prevent an unwelcome encounter.

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