FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – April 24, 2025 – Tempest Rising, the modern real-time strategy game from Saber Interactive’s 3D Realms publishing label and Knights Peak, in partnership with developer Slipgate Ironworks, officially launched on Steam to glowing reviews from fans and critics alike on April 17. Today marks the arrival of a special extended cut of the game’s launch trailer, along with a competitive multiplayer update featuring ranked mode and leaderboards, adding even more depth to the classic RTS experience.
Launch was just the beginning for Tempest Rising! The game's first update will hit Steam today adding ranked multiplayer matches and leaderboards. Even more content is coming in the future, including the ability to queue with friends, Spectator mode, more options for skirmish matches, and the Veti, a third playable faction seen in the campaign.
The Standard Edition of Tempest Rising is available on Steam for $39.99. Players can also purchase the game’s Deluxe Edition for $49.99, which includes the base game, a digital artbook showcasing the art and lore of Tempest Rising, and the digital game soundtrack, featuring 41 tracks from legendary Command & Conquer composer Frank Klepacki, plus community favorites like Michael Markie, Hexenkraft, Music Imaginary: Cielecki/Skorupa/Wierzynkiewic, and Sigurd Jøhnk-Jensen.
Tempest Rising transports you to a battle-scarred 1997 in an alternate timeline where the Cuban Missile Crisis went nuclear. Experience two epic campaigns with unique asymmetrical factions and deeply rewarding gameplay that keeps the focus on strategy and skill. Build your base, maximize resources, and fight for every inch of the map with a wide range of units in all-out single-player and multiplayer warfare!
Key Features
- Classic RTS base-building with fast, fluid, hard-hitting combat and tons of customization
- Command two asymmetrical factions, each featuring unique harvesting models, resource systems, and distinct rosters of units for drastically different playstyles
- Two epic single-player campaigns with between-mission cutscenes to drive the story
- Skirmish, custom games, and ranked multiplayer matchmaking with Glicko-2 rating
For more information on Tempest Rising, visit https://tempestrising.com. For the latest updates on the game after launch, follow along on X/Twitter and Discord.
About Saber Interactive
Saber Interactive is a worldwide publisher and developer consisting of 13 studios in the Americas and Europe. Creating games for all major platforms based on original and licensed IPs, Saber’s titles include Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, John Carpenter's Toxic Commando, Jurassic Park: Survival, Turok: Origins, World War Z, A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead, SnowRunner, Expeditions: A MudRunner Game and RoadCraft. Founded in 2001, Saber is known for two decades of development partnerships with leading developers and publishers, including producing The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt for Nintendo Switch, Halo: The Master Chief Collection, Crysis Remastered, and many others. Learn more at https://saber.games.
About 3D Realms
Redefining AAA - Action, Attitude, Adrenaline, 3D Realms has rocked the world for almost 30 years by publishing unforgettable, iconic games like Duke Nukem, Terminal Velocity, Shadow Warrior, Death Rally, Max Payne, and more recently Ghostrunner, Ion Fury, Cultic, Tempest Rising and RIPOUT.
Led by industry veterans, 3D Realms is a proud member of Saber Interactive, with a mission of publishing games for grownups. Unapologetic and uncompromising, we're not afraid of being who we are and being damn good at it - for everyone's benefit. For more information, visit 3drealms.com.
About Knights Peak Interactive
Knights Peak Interactive, a division of MY.GAMES, is a game publisher partnering with diverse developers worldwide. Committed to equality, it supports both emerging and established studios in reaching new heights in global markets and brand development. Knights Peak views games as portals to immersive stories, offering players a multitude of adventures in a welcoming environment. For details, visit: https://www.knightspeak.com.
About Slipgate Ironworks™
Industry veterans with two decades’ worth of indie and AAA experience, Slipgate Ironworks™ has contributed to popular titles, including Ion Fury, Ghostrunner, Phantom Fury and most recently, the highly anticipated Tempest Rising. Proudly old-school, the team all shares the same vision: “Crafting Intense Gaming Experiences: Bold, Thrilling, Unmatched!”
For more information on Slipgate Ironworks™, please visit the official company website.
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