Tempest Rising V1.7.3 ((hot)) Jun 2026

Early tier list shifts from top 50 Grandmaster players:

Not all storms were tamed. There were nights when lightning etched maps across the sky and the sea tried to bleed through the town’s streets. Those nights the watchers climbed in pairs and spoke longer sentences—stories, apologies, songs—and the lamp held. The bargain was not a lockbox; it was a living process. It needed tending, and when it was tended it was gentle.

The Dynasty relies heavily on exploiting the volatile Tempest substance. In v1.7.3, the production mechanic has changed. Spore clouds dropped by destroyed Dynasty units now heal mechanical units at a faster rate, but slightly damage biological units over time. This forces Dynasty players to carefully separate their infantry squads from their armored columns during chaotic engagements. 3. Engineering & Performance Enhancements

Fixed an interface block that prevented players from training specialized air units out of captured neutral or enemy Air Pads.

Beyond the headline features, v1.7.3 is packed with subtle yet impactful improvements that streamline the user experience. Here is a breakdown of the key QoL changes: Tempest Rising v1.7.3

Includes two primary story-driven campaigns for the GDF and Dynasty, each consisting of 11 missions with a total average playtime of about 17 hours. Core Gameplay Mechanics

GDF gameplay relies heavily on combined-arms precision and superior technical utility. Version 1.7.3 targets their early-game defensive over-performance while giving underutilised late-game armour options a minor mobility boost.

Version 1.7.3 is not a minor hotfix. According to lead designer David B. Hunt, this patch represents the first “community-aggregated balance pass” after six months of telemetry data from over 200,000 online matches. The goal? Eliminate the “Crawler Rush” dominance of the previous patch while buffing underutilized Tier-2 aircraft.

The game's core mechanics, such as resource gathering, unit production, and combat, remain solid and responsive. The update has also improved the game's overall stability, reducing the likelihood of crashes and bugs. Early tier list shifts from top 50 Grandmaster

: Refinery structures now feature a toggle switch to instruct Harvesters to prioritize safe, low-yield internal fields or high-risk, high-yield contested fields automatically. 5. The v1.7.3 Verdict

Eira’s hands trembled. “If the thread frays,” she said, “we mend it.”

: AI strike teams will actively avoid player-built chokepoints and seek alternative routes into refinery backlines.

For those who haven't yet stepped onto the battlefield, the game is available on Steam, with the fully updated v1.7.3 version—and its subsequent v1.8.0 expansion—ready for download. Whether you are a veteran general returning for the ladder reset or a new commander drawn in by the promise of classic RTS action, represents the best time to jump into the chaotic, strategic world of the Tempest War. The bargain was not a lockbox; it was a living process

More options for practicing, allowing players to tailor the challenge to their skill level.

Following the major "Customization" updates in late 2025, v1.7.3 continues to refine how the Skirmish AI acts, ensuring that single-player and practice matches feel closer to human competition.

The competitive scene in Tempest Rising has been growing steadily, with regular tournaments and events. The v1.7.3 update is expected to shake up the competitive landscape, as players and teams adjust to the balance changes and new units. Professional players will need to adapt quickly to the changes to remain competitive, while new players can take advantage of the updated game to make a name for themselves.