Currently, 'Tempest Rising' holds a Very Positive user rating on Steam and has received an 85% review score from PC Gamer.

In response to the situation, developers Slipgate Ironworks and 2B Games are planning to create new exclusive in-game content to compensate Deluxe Edition owners for losing their early access privilege.

Despite the mishap, initial player reception has been positive, with several thousand gamers enjoying the game and Steam reviews trending towards the Very Positive range.

Players who purchase the game before 10 AM ET on April 24 will still receive the Commander Pack pre-order bonus, which features unique avatars and a backdrop.

The developers opted to keep the early release available to all players rather than retracting it, acknowledging the complications in addressing the error.

Set in a modern alternative history scenario, 'Tempest Rising' features factions competing for control of 'Tempest vines' across the globe.

Players can command either the Global Defense Forces or the Tempest Dynasty, each offering unique strategies and combat techniques.

The highly anticipated real-time strategy game 'Tempest Rising' was unexpectedly released early on April 17, 2025, due to a Steam Early Unlock error, making it available to all players a week ahead of its planned launch.

Originally set for a limited early access for Deluxe Edition pre-orders starting on April 17, the game is now fully accessible to everyone, which has raised concerns among those who pre-ordered for early access benefits.

Additionally, a third faction will be available in multiplayer mode, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.

This early release resulted from a miscommunication about a seven-day early unlock intended solely for Deluxe Edition buyers.

The game is priced at $39.99 for the Standard Edition and $49.99 for the Deluxe Edition, which includes additional bonuses.