Tempest Rising for Windows PC: Download Guide, Tips and Features

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Tempest rising header Lead your army across a war-torn Earth, building bases and battling for control of a mysterious resource.

Tempest Rising is a real-time strategy game where you command one of two factions, each fighting to dominate a post-nuclear world with tanks, choppers, and sneaky tactics.

I think fans of Command & Conquer will love how it brings back that classic RTS feel with a fresh twist.

You can download it on Steam for Windows 10 and 11, launched April 24, 2025, with a patch fixing balance and crashes. It’s not on consoles or mobile yet.

From Slipgate Ironworks and 3D Realms, it’s got a ‘Very Positive’ Steam rating (89% positive from 5,800+ reviews) and blends base-building with fast fights.

This guide covers installing it on Windows, its main features, and tips for new players.

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Download and Install Tempest Rising on Windows – A Step-by-Step Guide

To play Tempest Rising on your Windows PC, download it from Steam. Here’s how:

Method 1: Steam
1. Go to the Steam page: Steam.
2. Click Add to Cart ($29.99, often cheaper).
3. Log into your Steam account or make one.
4. Finish the purchase and click Install in your Steam Library.
5. Wait for the download (about 30 GB with updates).
6. Start it from your Steam Library or desktop.

Quick Tip: 💡 Build power plants early; units stall without energy.

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What is Tempest Rising About?

Tempest Rising, launched April 24, 2025 by Slipgate Ironworks and 3D Realms, is a real-time strategy game for Windows 10 and 11, set after a nuclear war, where you lead the mobile Global Defense Forces or the gritty Tempest Dynasty, building bases and fighting for Tempest vines in campaigns or multiplayer.

Main Gameplay: Construct bases, train units, and battle across story-driven missions or online matches.

A patch on May 21, 2025 tweaks unit balance and fixes crashes for better play. I love how picking a faction changes your whole strategy, like choosing speed or brute force.

Key Features

Two factions with unique units and economies
Base-building and resource management
Two 11-mission single-player campaigns
Multiplayer with ranked matchmaking
Retro-inspired visuals and soundtrack

Why Play Tempest Rising on Windows?

Windows 10 and 11 give you smooth play, sharp isometric visuals, and modding potential for a full RTS adventure.

Tips for PC Beginners in Tempest Rising

New to Tempest Rising on PC? Here are five tips to get started:

Set Keys: Put unit groups on number keys in Settings > Controls for quick commands.
Speed Up: Lower shadows in Graphics to avoid lag.
Power First: Build power plants (build menu) to keep production running.
Scout Early: Send cheap units (barracks) to find resources.
Mix Units: Combine tanks and infantry (production) for balanced attacks.