As of April 24, 2025, Tempest Rising has undergone several significant developments since its release:
🕹️ Early Release Due to Accidental Launch
Originally slated for release on April 24, 2025, Tempest Rising was inadvertently made available on Steam a week early, on April 17. This early access was initially intended exclusively for Deluxe Edition pre-order customers. However, due to a misconfiguration, the game became accessible to all players. The developers, Slipgate Ironworks, along with publishers 3D Realms and Knights Peak, decided to proceed with the early release rather than revoke access. To compensate Deluxe Edition owners for the loss of their exclusive early access, the team is developing new in-game content specifically for them. Википедия — свободная энциклопедия+3PC Gamer+3Yardbarker+3
🛠️ First Post-Launch Patch (217MB)
A few days post-launch, the first update was rolled out, addressing several issues:
- Gameplay Fixes: Hijacker units are now prevented from capturing Veti-faction vehicles.
- Stability Improvements: Resolved a crash that occurred when resizing the game window while in the main menu. Steam Community+1Steam Store+1
⚙️ System Requirements Noted as High for an RTS
Players have observed that Tempest Rising demands higher system specifications than typical for real-time strategy games. This is attributed to its advanced graphics and modern engine, which enhance visual fidelity but may require more robust hardware.
