Fans of Remedy Entertainment can now dive back into the mysterious world of the Oldest House with FBC: Firebreak. While the game delivers hours of exhilarating co-op gameplay, many players are finding it difficult to get started due to its lackluster tutorial and introductory experience. This first-person co-op shooter marks a bold new direction for the developer, and dedicated fans are hopeful that FBC: Firebreak will improve its onboarding process in future updates. However, concerns linger that the game's confusing launch state might impact its long-term success.

Although FBC: Firebreak breaks from Remedy's traditional gameplay style, it brings fans back to a familiar setting—the enigmatic Oldest House, headquarters of the Federal Bureau of Control, previously featured in Control. Unlike Remedy's story-driven single-player titles, this game focuses on cooperative action, casting players as Firebreak agents tasked with expelling extradimensional threats six years after the events of Control. Fortunately, players have access to an arsenal of paranatural weapons and gadgets to help them survive the chaos.

Despite the dangers lurking within the Oldest House, Firebreak agents receive minimal training before being thrown into battle against the Hiss. Many players report struggling with the game's poorly explained mechanics, leaving them unsure about how to use FBC: Firebreak's weapon kits, level modifiers, and mission progression. Additionally, the game's most exciting features—its bizarre and powerful abilities—are locked behind hours of gameplay, frustrating newcomers who expected a more engaging introduction.

Some players have noted that the early levels are too simplistic, failing to showcase the game's full potential. Given that FBC: Firebreak heavily relies on teamwork, matchmaking with equally confused players often leads to chaotic and uncoordinated sessions, worsened by the lack of in-game communication tools.

The game's rocky launch has raised concerns about its future, especially in a competitive market where co-op shooters must quickly establish a strong player base. However, Remedy's reputation for quality gives fans hope that the studio will address these issues by refining tutorials and adjusting difficulty progression.