Dune Wars: Revival

Dune Wars is a total conversion for Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword that transports the player into the Dune universe. Events unfold on the planet Arrakis — a barren desert and the sole source of the spice melange, a resource that determines the fate of the entire galaxy.

Players have access to 9 factions: great houses, religious orders, and the Fremen. Each side possesses unique units, abilities, and a development style. House Harkonnen can enslave defeated enemies; the Fremen move freely across the desert and harness it to their advantage; other factions rely on technology or political influence.

The planet itself becomes the ultimate challenge. Water (H₂O) is a critical resource, harvested through windtraps. Cities are built on rock, because the sands teem with giant worms capable of destroying spice harvesters and armies alike. Mastering the desert, harvesting spice, and defending against threats all demand careful strategic planning.

The mod completely redesigns the tech tree: instead of sailing and fishing — desert survival, spice processing, shield technology, advanced industry, and Mentat advisors. New buildings, unique resources (crystals, stravidium), interplanetary trade contracts, and a Council of Houses with votes and resolutions have all been added.

The religious system has also been reworked: CHOAM, the Cult of the Emperor, Shai-Hulud, and other faiths grant political and strategic bonuses. Players may choose their relationship with Arrakis — exploit it for spice, or gradually terraform the planet.

The result is a deep, atmospheric modification of Civilization IV: Beyond the Sword, where the struggle for spice means a struggle for control over the entire universe.