Just under a month since its highly anticipated release, Remedy Entertainment's first-person shooter FBC: Firebreak is experiencing significant challenges on Steam. Recent data reveals the game's peak concurrent player count has plummeted to alarmingly low double-digit figures, drawing unfortunate comparisons to Firewalk Studios' ill-fated 2024 title Concord. Many in the gaming community are questioning whether this multiplayer shooter can regain its footing in the PC market.

Launched on June 17 for PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PlayStation 5, FBC: Firebreak initially showed promising numbers, reaching one million players within its first week. This early success was likely boosted by its inclusion as a day-one Xbox Game Pass title and its relatively affordable $40 price point compared to other FPS offerings. However, this momentum has dramatically slowed on PC, with Steam charts presenting a concerning picture for Remedy's first foray into multiplayer gaming.

SteamDB statistics paint a stark contrast between the game's launch numbers and its current state. While FBC: Firebreak initially peaked at nearly 2,000 concurrent players, its 24-hour peak has dwindled to just 85 players. The game currently holds a 'Mixed' review status on Steam, with players citing several critical issues including absent chat functionality, persistent connection problems that hinder matchmaking, and a confusing lack of tutorials that leaves many newcomers struggling to grasp basic mechanics.

The developers have acknowledged these challenges through social media, admitting that significant work remains to establish FBC: Firebreak as a contender in the highly competitive FPS genre. Set in the iconic Oldest House from Remedy's acclaimed Control universe, the game tasks three-player teams with combating Hiss-controlled enemies. Despite its rocky start, some fans remain hopeful that FBC: Firebreak might pave the way for Control 2, given the original game's award-winning success.