Command and Conquer, oh, how we miss thee. With 2010’s Tiberian Twilight nonetheless the newest, mainline entry within the RTS sport sequence – if you happen to don’t depend the wonderful remasters of Pink Alert and Tiberian Daybreak – it feels just like the Westwood traditional may very well be lacking in motion endlessly. However don’t fear: Tempest Rising, from THQ, 3D Realms, and Slipgate has simply launched its first playable take a look at on Steam, and it feels just like the non secular return of each nice Command and Conquer sport ever.
Set within the aftermath of a nuclear conflict, Tempest Rising places you in charge of considered one of three factions, every with their very own distinct models, playstyles, and economies. The International Protection Power (or GDF, which looks like a shout-out to Command and Conquer’s GDI) is the designated ‘good man’ versus the sinister, NOD-inspired Tempest Dynasty. The third faction is but to be revealed, however already, Tempest Rising feels just like the Command and Conquer successor for which we’ve all been eagerly ready.
There are two campaigns introduced to date, every with 15 missions. In addition to constructing your base and your armies, you additionally contest for impartial constructions and populations – convert a close-by city or village to your empire, and you need to use its sources to additional perpetuate your plans. Skirmish mode and customized video games are additionally on the best way, in addition to aggressive multiplayer.
Tempest Rising has simply launched its first playable preview, which incorporates the primary mission from the GDF marketing campaign. Accessible till Monday, August 28, now you can apply to hitch the Tempest Rising take a look at over on Steam. In case you like traditional RTS, and lengthy for the return of Kane, Yuri, and all the remainder, it’s essential give this a go.
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