Getting Started With Trading in Dune Awakening
If you're new to Dune Awakening or just starting to explore how the game’s economy works, trading is a key part of the experience. Whether you’re offloading extra resources, trying to flip valuable gear, or just want to earn Solaris fast, knowing how to buy, sell, and trade items is essential.
There are three major ways to exchange goods in the game:
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Through NPC vendors
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On the Choam Exchange, a marketplace for player-to-player sales
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Directly trading with other players nearby
Each method works a bit differently and has its pros and cons. This guide will break them down so you can start making smart trades and boosting your Solaris balance.
Buying and Selling at NPC Vendors
Scattered throughout the world are trading posts where you can find NPC vendors ready to do business. These vendors let you buy supplies or sell off loot you no longer need.
To locate one, just head to any trading post marked on your map. When you arrive, look for an NPC with a vendor icon next to their name. Interacting with them opens the trading interface. You’ll see two tabs—one for buying and one for selling.
What they offer for sale depends on the region, and what they pay for your goods depends on demand rates, which change over time.
Understanding Vendor Demand Rates
Selling to NPCs isn’t just about dumping extra gear. Each item you try to sell has a demand percentage shown next to it. If it’s negative, like –25%, that means the vendor is overstocked and you’ll get less Solaris. But if the demand is high—say +50% or higher—you’ll earn significantly more.
Let’s say you’ve got a bunch of medium blood sacks. At a vendor where demand is high, crafting and selling them could net you some fast profit. This system rewards players who pay attention to market trends and know when and where to sell.
Just keep in mind that there’s usually a cap on how much you can sell to each vendor. So while it’s a good way to make Solaris, it’s not endlessly exploitable.
Traveling Between Trading Posts
If you’re hunting for the best demand rates, you’ll want to check multiple vendors. Instead of running across the map, talk to the pilot NPC at a trading post. Choose the “I want you to fly me somewhere” option, then select another unlocked post—like Haga Basin—to see what their vendors are paying.
It does cost a small fee (about 700 Solaris), but it’s worth it for saving time and possibly finding a better selling rate. Use this system to your advantage, especially when demand percentages are wildly different between posts.
Accessing the Choam Exchange
The Choam Exchange is the heart of player-driven trading. To access it, you’ll need to travel to either Araken or Harko Village. Both of these locations have the Exchange, and both are reachable via the pilot NPC for a fee of 2500 Solaris. If you’ve got your own ornithopter, you can fly there manually and save some coin.
Once there, open your map and look for the Choam Exchange icon. Walk into the building, and you’ll find several kiosks. Each one lets you browse or list items for sale.
Browsing the Player Market
When you interact with the kiosks inside the Exchange, you’ll see a buy tab and multiple categories—like gear, materials, and components. This lets you check what’s currently listed by other players in your server.
A big tip here is to look for trends. On some servers, vehicle parts are in high demand—especially damaged but rare pieces. For example, a Sandbike Booster Mark V, even in damaged condition, might sell for 35,000 Solaris or more. Similarly, PSU Mark V parts can go for upwards of 45,000.
These high-ticket items suggest that even junk might have value—so don’t discard something just because it’s not in top shape. Check the exchange first.
Selling on the Choam Exchange
To sell something, switch to the “Sell” tab. Select an item from your inventory, set your asking price per unit, decide how many you want to list, and choose how long to keep the listing live. Longer durations cost more in fees, so keep that in mind.
Before listing, head to the bank teller near the Exchange. You’ll need to deposit Solaris into your exchange balance to cover posting fees. It’s a small step, but necessary to avoid delays.
Once listed, your items show up under the “My Orders” tab. From here, you can track whether they’ve sold and for how much. After a sale, go back to the teller and claim your profits manually.
Current Limitations of the Exchange
Right now, the Choam Exchange is restricted to your local server or siege. That means the amount of activity you’ll see depends on how busy your specific server is. Some exchanges are very active, while others might feel empty.
Unfortunately, the game doesn’t support global trading yet. This limits your reach, especially if your server isn’t heavily populated. Hopefully, the devs will expand this in a future update.
There are also a couple of other quirks worth mentioning:
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You must claim Solaris manually after a sale—there’s no auto-deposit.
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There’s no way to use the exchange from your base, which means you’ll always need to travel to one of the main cities.
Adding remote access or auto-claims would improve the system significantly.
Trading Directly With Other Players
Sometimes, you just want to trade gear or resources with a friend. Dune Awakening makes this easy. Stand near the player, select them, and choose “Trade.” This opens a simple exchange window where you can pass items from your backpack—or even coins from your Solaris wallet.
Alternatively, you can drop items on the ground if you're in a safe area. Your friend can pick them up right away. This works best for quick trades and skips all the marketplace fees.
What the Future Could Hold for Dune Awakening’s Economy
The trading system in Dune Awakening is already pretty detailed for a survival game, but there’s still room for growth. Right now, limited exchange access, manual profit claiming, and lack of base-connected trading hold the system back a bit.
Here are a few features that would make things smoother:
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Global Exchange Access: A world-linked economy would massively boost item variety and market liquidity.
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Automated Solaris Payouts: If your item sells, the game could notify you and transfer Solaris directly to your bank balance.
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Base-Built Exchange Stations: Being able to craft or install an Exchange interface at your personal base would reduce travel time and increase trading activity.
These kinds of upgrades would not only help veterans make money faster but also make new players more aware of the system. The marketplace is a huge part of the game’s long-term potential, and expanding it further could keep players more engaged.
Wrapping It All Up: Buy, Sell, and Profit in Dune Awakening
Trading in Dune Awakening is more than a side feature—it's a functional part of surviving and thriving in the game. Whether you're visiting NPC vendors, scanning the Choam Exchange for market trends, or just handing gear to a friend, there's plenty of room to optimize your trading habits.
Learning which items are in demand, hopping between posts using pilot services, and keeping some Solaris in the bank are all smart habits. If you’re ready to dig deeper into the economy, you might find yourself making more Solaris than you expected—all without ever needing to fight a creature or build another base.
The Dune Awakening marketplace is a bit under the radar right now, but it has huge potential. Keep checking prices, keep exploring what sells well, and you’ll build your own profit loop in no time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I sell items to NPCs in Dune Awakening?
A: Visit a trading post, speak with a vendor, and use the sell tab. Each vendor has unique demand rates that affect pricing.
Q: What is the Choam Exchange?
A: It’s the player marketplace in Araken and Harko Village where players can buy and sell items within their server.
Q: Can I trade with other players directly?
A: Yes. You can either initiate a trade when standing close or drop items on the ground for them to pick up.
Q: Is the Exchange server-wide or global?
A: The Exchange is server-restricted. Items and listings are visible only to players in your specific siege/server.
Q: How can I make Solaris fast?
A: Sell high-demand crafted items at NPC vendors or trade valuable parts on the Choam Exchange.
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