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Tempest Rising

Tempest Rising

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Tempest Rising

Tempest Rising

Slipgate Ironworks (with 2B Games)

Windows (PC, Steam)Paid (one-time purchase; Standard and Deluxe editions)
Health Score
62
GOOD
Official WebsiteWatch Gameplay

About This Game

Tempest Rising is a modern real-time strategy (RTS) inspired by classic 90s/2000s RTS games. Players build bases, gather resources, customize forces and command large-scale battles across single-player campaigns and online multiplayer. The tone is military/warfare-focused with strategic planning, base-building and destructive combat visuals.

Score Breakdown

Positive Aspects

Educational Value
3/5
Creativity
3/5
Pro-Social
3/5

Risk Factors

Addictive Monetization
0/5
Time Pressure / FOMO
3/5
Social Risk
3/5
Content Intensity
3/5

Negatives

  • •Depicts battlefield violence (soldiers burned, blown up) which may be upsetting to younger children
  • •Online multiplayer exposes players to unmoderated opponents/chat and potential toxicity
  • •initial launch reports noted missing features/bugs for some players.

Positives

  • •Deep, tactical RTS gameplay that rewards planning
  • •Strong single-player campaigns and nostalgic C&C-style design
  • •Polished presentation and soundtrack.

Gameplay Videos

Tempest Rising | Classic RTS 1v1 Skirmish Gameplay [4K] HARDEST DIFFICULTY!

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Official Ratings

Not Rated
ESRB
Estimate: Violence (soldiers shot, burned, explosions)

Estimate: Online multiplayer; Ranked matchmaking; No known in-game purchases or loot boxes at launch

Not Rated
PEGI
Estimate: Violence/War themes

Age Recommendations

ℹ️Ages 3-5
Not appropriate. Gameplay is complex and depicts battlefield violence. Not recommended for preschool children.
ℹ️Ages 6-8
Not recommended. Too complex strategically and contains war violence; consider age-appropriate alternatives.
ℹ️Ages 9-12
Use with caution and parental supervision. The game requires planning and reading, and shows soldiers being shot/exploded. If allowed, restrict online play and play co-operatively with a parent.
ℹ️Ages 13-15
Generally appropriate with guidance. Teens can handle the strategy and non-graphic violence, but supervise online interactions and ensure limits on playtime.
ℹ️Ages 16-18
Appropriate. Mature teens can be trusted to play independently; online multiplayer still carries social risk from strangers.

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