Actually, the new real-time strategy game Tempest Rising was not supposed to officially release until April 24, 2025. However, due to a bug, all Steam users are now benefiting from the early access phase.
What was the bug? Originally, the plan was for Tempest Rising to officially launch on April 24, 2025, for all buyers. However, those who secured the more expensive Deluxe Edition should have been able to start playing the new real-time strategy game from Slipgate Ironworks as early as April 17, 2025.
In fact, various buyers of the Standard Edition found out on April 18, 2025, that they could also start Tempest Rising. According to the developers, this was due to a bug (via Steam), which they immediately addressed. The simplest solution was to simply release the game officially for all buyers, and that is exactly what they ultimately did.
In other words: It doesn’t matter which version of Tempest Rising you own; you don’t have to wait until April 24, 2025, you can start right away.
Here you can see the launch trailer for Tempest Rising:
What about the Deluxe Edition owners?
Developers’ apology: For buyers of the 10 Euro more expensive Deluxe Edition of Tempest Rising, the developers also have a message:
We know that the 7-day period for early unlocking promised to Deluxe Edition owners is no longer applicable with the new launch date. Rest assured that we have not forgotten you. To thank you for your support, we are working on new exclusive game content to compensate for this sudden change in our release plans. We will provide more information about this replacement content as soon as possible.
Slipgate Ironworks via Steam
What is Tempest Rising? The real-time strategy game shamelessly borrows from the popular “Command & Conquer” series by Westwood and pits two factions against each other in an alternative timeline over a rare resource. The cult-like Tempest Dynasty bears a striking resemblance to the Brotherhood of Nod, while the Global Defense Forces (GDF) could easily be the GDI.
Each mission is preceded by briefings and in-game cutscenes, except this time there are no real actors in front of the camera. And since the soundtrack comes from C&C veteran Frank Klepacki, there’s a nostalgia flash for the ears as well. The concept resonates with many fans; Tempest Rising starts strong on Steam.
