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Dune Raider

Surf the forgotten sands as a pirate of the dunes. Wreck ships with your trusty spear and use your loot to buy upgrades and explore dangerous biomes as you rise to fame in this open-world sand surfing roguelike.

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SomberDev
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SomberDev
Release
December 13, 2025
231 days ago
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About the Game

In this game, you rise to power as a notorious raider of the sands starting with your trusty board and spear. You can

Explore

Many regions and biomes, each with their own hazards and rewards. From barren deserts crawling with sandworms to deep canyons overrun by rival bandits, the world is yours to explore and loot. Find ancient structures, abandoned cities, and powerful bosses that each offer their own rewards.

Fight

The many threats of the dunes, whether they be rival bandits or navy battleships. Each kill gives you treasure. As you progress, unlock new weapons for fighting your foes, such as giant drills or fire scrolls. Go up against giant threats and outmaneuver them to achieve victory.

Upgrade

Your raft and weaponry. Learn new spells to protect yourself or outmaneuver foes. Spend your hard-earned treasure to enhance your sailing abilities. Buy new weapons or get them for free by taking them from powerful opponents.

Conquer

The forgotten sands. Reach the end of the desert and face off against the bandit lord's fortress and secure your title as the strongest of them all!

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