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[Sentenza]

I'm not even that much into RTS (mostly because I'm dreadful at them for anything more than the comfy single player campaign) but this looks fucking phenomenal.
At least in terms of look at atmosphere they absolutely nailed it.

 

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[Ivan]

People getting excited over a game that looks like this is worrying. I'm all for RTS comeback, I'll try it of course, but how come is something THIS generic suddenly good enough? And you know what is going to happen - the game will be ignored because it looks bland and uninspired and every big publisher will conclude that RTS is truly dead again.

We need something GOOD to happen and it can't be simpler: we basically need the exact same formula of the old RTS games but with everything modern technology brings. That's not AOE 4, quite contrary. Something that looks like Total Annihilation loocked (techinally) in 1997 would be a good example. Something advanced in every way and that surely isn't a game that could run on a phone.

I'll support them, but this isn't the way IMO..

 

[IbizaPocholo]

Tempest Rising is an action real-time strategy base-building game where players command one of three distinct factions in a desperate struggle for power and resources. The game takes great inspiration from classic real-time strategy games set in a post-nuclear war America. Check out the gameplay overview of Tempest Rising with Game Director Frederic Schreiber and Lead Game Designer Brandon Casteel engaging in a 1v1 Multiplayer Showdown to get a first look at the mechanics, base building, resource management and more. Tempest Rising is launching on soon for PC.

- [] The video is an official multiplayer gameplay overview for Tempest Rising, an action real-time strategy base-building game where players command one of three factions.
- [] The game director, Fred Schreiber, and the lead game designer, Brandon Castiel, play a 1v1 multiplayer match. Fred plays as the Global Defense Forces, while Brandon plays as the Tempest Dynasty.
- [] The main focus of the match is to show viewers how base building and resource collection mechanics work with the Global Defense Forces faction.
- [] The video provides an up-close view of the game's different units and how they feel to play with.
- [] The game has a Tempest ecology, which is important for flavor and balancing.
- [] The video shows the option for players to start with a small force in the beginning of a multiplayer match to allow for scouting and other kinetic interactivity.
- [] The game developers aim to avoid early rush strategies.
- [] Brandon provides light commentary about the game design during the match.
- [] The video shows some of the game's defensive structures, such as the Sensor Array and the Sentinel.
- [] The game includes power management mechanics, and players need to be careful not to overdraw power.

A First Look at Tempest Rising: Multiplayer Match and Game Mechanics​

Tempest Rising is a new game that has generated a lot of buzz in the gaming community, and today, we get our first look at the game's multiplayer mode. In this one-on-one match, Fred Schreiber, the game director, will play as the Global Defense Forces (GDF), and Brandon, the lead game designer, will play as the Tempest Dynasty. The focus of the match is to show off the game's base building and resource collecting mechanics, which are unique to the GDF faction.

Introduction​

In this article, we will take a closer look at the gameplay mechanics of Tempest Rising. We'll explore the game's base building and resource collecting mechanics, and we'll see how these mechanics work in a multiplayer setting. We'll also take a closer look at the different units in the game, their abilities, and their strengths and weaknesses.

Multiplayer Gameplay Mechanics​

At the start of the match, players are given a small force to allow for scouting and other kinetic interactivity while they get started. The developers have taken care to prevent early rush strategies by providing players with this initial force. The game's map also contains resource crates sprinkled in various nooks and crannies that players can use to harvest resources. These resource crates are another way to prevent early game rushes, and the developers are eager to hear feedback on how this mechanic works.

Resource Collecting Mechanics​

Resource collecting is an essential part of Tempest Rising, and the game's developers have gone to great lengths to make this mechanic as realistic as possible. As you harvest Tempest, it leaves vines behind. These vines will eventually bear additional fruit, but only if they are not too far away from the living pod. If the vines are too far from the pod, they will die off, making the plant take longer to come back. As you leave Tempest alone, it will mature over time, with the pods growing and becoming worth more when harvested.

Base Building Mechanics​

Base building is another essential mechanic in Tempest Rising, and it's where the GDF faction shines. Fred Schreiber will play as the GDF faction in this match, and he will show off some of the faction's unique base building mechanics. One of the GDF's text structures is the Satellite Uplink, which Fred builds early in the game. The Satellite Uplink allows players to reveal the fog of war over a large area, making scouting much easier.

Units and Abilities​

Tempest Rising has a wide variety of units, each with its own unique abilities and strengths. One of the GDF's units is the Hunter Tank, a high-tech, long-range, versatile part of the GDF's offensive force. Another GDF unit is the Sentinel, a fast anti-infantry and anti-air scouting unit with the ability to equip a secondary weapon that marks enemy units.

Conclusion​

In conclusion, Tempest Rising is shaping up to be an exciting game with a lot of unique mechanics. The multiplayer mode seems well thought out, and the resource collecting and base building mechanics are realistic and engaging. The different units in the game have their own unique abilities and strengths, and players will need to learn how to use them effectively to win matches. Overall, we are excited about Tempest Rising and look forward to seeing more of what this game has to offer.

 

[hlm666]

New trailer, and there is supposed to be a demo on steam aswell but i don't seem to be able to find it.

 

[digitaltrance]

Was this game officially delayed or axed? What happened?

 

[ReBurn]

Was this game officially delayed or axed? What happened?

Tempest Rising - Shifting the Release Date - Tempest Rising - Steam News

Attention Commanders, Since we released our demo on Steam, the feedback we have received from you has been tremendous. We couldn’t be more grateful for that! This gave our team a great opportunity to approach several aspects of the game differently and change the scope of certain features based...

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[IbizaPocholo]

An ancient evil awakens. Command the Global Defense Forces or the Tempest Dynasty factions and wage war across the globe for control of the Tempest!

Tempest Rising is launching on Steam on April 24, 2025!

Tempest Rising seamlessly merges the classic action of real-time strategy (RTS) games from the ‘90s and 2000s with modern production and performance standards. Encounter a battle-scarred 1997 in an alternate timeline where the Cuban Missile Crisis went nuclear. In the fallout from the war, a strange red electrical vine known as Tempest started spreading across the planet and changed the course of history.

Tempest Rising gives players full command as they build up their bases, lead armies into battle, and execute bold strategies to emerge victorious. Experience the story of two different factions across two campaigns with deep and rewarding gameplay that keeps the focus on strategy and skill, with built-in customization options that let players approach the game their own way in both single-player and multiplayer.

 

[Darkmakaimura]

When I saw this I was thinking this was going to be a sequel of the arcade game, Tempest.

 

[Donald mac Ronald]

I'll be keeping an eye on this.

I blind bought grey goo because the original command and conquer Devs made it but was abit disappointed. Game barely had any units.

 

[Danny Dudekisser]

This is awesome - so glad to see the game is still alive and close-ish to launch. Definitely going to pick it up, hopefully on GOG.

 

[Nickolaidas]

Finally, an RTS that makes me want to touch myself (gear porn). Day fucking one.

 

[hlm666]

FUCK YESSSSS a release date, bit longer than I had hoped but i'm looking forward to it

 

[IbizaPocholo]

The developers of Tempest Rising told us they set out to create a nostalgic real-time strategy (RTS) game that evoked the classics of the 90s and 2000s, with quality-of-life improvements expected of modern games. In our first hands-on preview, we'd say they nailed it. Previewed by Brian Barnett

 

[Tunned]

There is a brand new multiplayer (and skirmish) demo up for the game till the 3rd of February. I have been playing these limited availability demos over the years, and the game is getting better and better! Feels like good old C&C, looks great, runs great, plays great, I cannot wait for release!

 

[IbizaPocholo]

demo

 

[Sybrix]

This game fucking rocks!

It's the game i've been waiting for since CnC Tiberium Wars!

If you've been craving that CnC RTS, this is the game for you!

 

[Lucifers Beard]

Played a Skirmish last night and it's awesome. It seems to strike that good middle ground of being tactical but also approachable for those new to the genre. It also looks fucking great!

 

[Tunned]

Just downloaded the demo, they just put the two previous demos together, one with missions and the other with multiplayer/skirmish, but they have included a lot of community feedback changes like further camera for skirmishes (which I also asked for).

I'm glad they did not nerf the enemy AI in skirmishes, I just got my ass handed to me by normal AI, my base defenses got steamrolled by two huge groups of enemies from both sides of the base! I've put 15 hours is the demos alone, I'll be there day 1 for the release of the real C&C spiritual successor, love it!

Oh and it plays as smooth as butter at 4k, Epic detail and locked to 90fps (so my 4090 just chills at 65% usage without stress).

 

[Nickolaidas]

Yup, I knew this one was a banger.