We have listed the objectives and all the tips for campaign secret missions and sub-objectives in Tempest Rising in this guide.
Campaign Mission Guide Version 0.1
Looking for a streamlined Tempest Rising campaign mission guide that highlights hidden objectives and avoids missed steps? This comprehensive walkthrough ensures you don’t overlook any sub-goals perfect for completionists and achievement hunters alike.
You only need to complete any one challenge per mission to succeed, but if you’re aiming for 100% or achievements, this guide ensures you’re covered.
Mission 1
Objectives:
- Recruit Local Militia
Establish your initial forces by gaining support from local fighters. - Destroy GDF Air Pads (Missable)
This objective can be overlooked. Make sure to take out the air pads before moving on.
Mission 2
Key Tasks:
- Secure the Base Entrance
Place mines at the designated yellow circle area to defend your entrance. - Mine the Bridge
Use the mine drop ability precisely on the yellow circle, not the red zone. - Utilize Distribution Mode Properly
Activate distribution mode and ensure it affects the vehicle bay, not just toggled on. Placement matters—build it close enough to have an effect. - Disarm GDF Mines
Look for the yellow circle to find and disable enemy explosives. - Destroy the GDF Data Core
Advance your offense by eliminating this key enemy asset. - Deploy the Tempest Rig
Place your tempest rig to secure strategic advantages. - Recover the Salvage Van
This objective is vital for your resource efficiency.
Mission 3
Time-Sensitive Objectives:
- Destroy the GDF Vehicle Base
- Eliminate the GDF Infantry Base
- Wipe Out the GDF Air Base
This mission is on a timer and can be tough on higher difficulties. For a smoother run, drop to Easy if you’re focused on completing it.
Mission 4
Objectives:
- Destroy GDF Support Bases
Neutralize reinforcement capabilities. - Take Down the GDF Comms Rig
Disrupt enemy coordination. - Trigger a Chain Reaction
Use your physicists to cause catastrophic damage—this is a scripted objective. - Capture a Satellite Uplink
Gain vital intel by securing this node.
Mission 5
Tactical Goals:
- Identify and Destroy Cloaked Units
Use detection units or tech to reveal stealth enemies. - Specialist Must Survive
Ensure your specialist remains alive and switches weapon modes to complete specific challenges.
Mission 6
Main Tasks:
- Destroy GDF Air Towers
Ground enemy air support. - Seize Civilian Tempest Rigs
Control these rigs to expand your reach.
Mission 7
Objective:
- Destroy SAM Sites
- Clear out surface-to-air missile defenses to ensure air superiority.
Mission 8
Key Actions:
- Eliminate GDF Comms Rigs
Break down their communication network. - Destroy Air Control Towers
Cripple GDF aerial coordination.
Mission 9
- Collect tempest samples
- Specialist needed.
Mission 10
Objective:
- Secure the Tempest Rig
- Found near the top-right capture point—don’t miss it.
Bug Alert: Some players report UI glitches where this mission doesn’t register completion. Proceed with caution and save frequently.
Mission 11
Multi-Stage Objectives:
- Investigate the Old Dynasty Base
Located east on the map. Unlocks advanced technology options. - Capture the GDF Satellite Uplink
Gain strategic advantages through intel. - Seize the GDF Hospital
Essential for support and healing operations. - Capture GDF Air Control Tower
Complete your dominance over the battlefield.