FBC: Firebreak is continuing to see significant struggles even after a major recent update, with the new shooter failing to meet its developers’ targets. This game, which is set in the universe of Remedy Entertainment’s previous acclaimed title, Control, has not received a warm welcome since its June release, as indicated by the subpar reactions from players and reviews.

The game’s initially poor reception has been echoed by its developer, Remedy Entertainment, who recently acknowledged that the game’s performance has fallen short of their expectations. CEO Tero Virtala noted that Remedy anticipates a non-cash impairment related to Firebreak, which amounts to nearly 15 million Euros. Despite these challenges, the company remains committed to continuing the game’s development, aiming for improvements and engaging player feedback.

FBC: Firebreak recently rolled out its “Breakpoint” update. This included extensive changes aimed at improving gameplay, such as modifying the tutorial level and introducing new weapons and customization options. However, reports suggest that even these adjustments have not lifted the game’s player base as hoped.

Tracking the game’s performance metrics, it is observed that the player count on popular platforms, particularly on Steam, has experienced a significant drop since its debut. The game peaked at just under 2,000 concurrent players during launch day, but this has dwindled, showing minimal engagement from the community on subsequent days of play.

The road ahead appears to be difficult for FBC: Firebreak, with Remedy working diligently to correct its course and retain its player community.