In the ever-evolving landscape of real-time strategy games, Tempest Rising continues to make waves with its latest updates. The developers at Slipgate Ironworks are set to enhance the gameplay experience by introducing two formidable superweapons, each tailored for the game’s distinct factions. This addition, prompted by player demand, promises to amplify the already impressive scale of destruction that the game is known for.
New Superweapons Unveiled
The new superweapons are designed as base structures, each equipped with a powerful standard ability and the capacity to unleash devastating attacks on opponents. The Global Defense Force (GDF) will benefit from a drone strike station, described as a sophisticated battle-management node that syncs with the GDF’s satellite network. This station not only expands the GDF’s operational vision but also allows players to call in drone strikes at designated coordinates once fully charged. When activated, nine drone turrets descend from the sky, delivering explosive damage before rising to continue the assault on any remaining foes.
On the other side of the battlefield, the Tempest Dynasty will wield the excavator platform, a siege engine capable of housing up to 18 units within armored drill pods. This platform can launch surprise attacks from underground, adding an element of strategy and unpredictability to engagements. Additionally, when primed, it can deploy a combat excavator that not only carries troops but also unleashes powerful shockwaves upon arrival, causing significant damage to anything caught in their path.
As both factions prepare to integrate these superweapons into their strategies, players eagerly anticipate how these changes will affect the game’s balance. Slipgate has expressed enthusiasm about observing the innovative tactics players will employ in multiplayer settings, though details regarding their inclusion in the campaign or single-player skirmishes remain unconfirmed.
Moreover, the excitement doesn’t stop at superweapons. Slipgate has hinted at further content updates for Tempest Rising, raising speculation about the potential introduction of a third playable faction. Currently, the alien Veti serve as an AI adversary, but the community has long awaited their transformation into a playable faction. As the end of 2025 approaches, players remain hopeful for this long-anticipated development.
