Just weeks after its highly anticipated release, FBC: Firebreak, the first-ever multiplayer FPS from Remedy Entertainment, is already facing serious challenges on PC. Despite a strong start, the game’s Steam player count has now plummeted to double digits, with a recent 24-hour peak of only 85 players, according to SteamDB.
A Promising Start Quickly Fizzles
Launched on June 17, 2025, FBC: Firebreak initially showed promise. It reportedly hit one million players within its first week, thanks in large part to a day-one release on Xbox Game Pass and a relatively affordable $40 price point compared to most AAA shooters.
The game is available on PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PS5, and its multi-platform accessibility helped it gain early momentum. However, that success seems to have stalled—especially on PC.
Steam Numbers Signal Trouble
FBC: Firebreak’s all-time Steam peak was just under 2,000 concurrent players, but recent numbers show a sharp and worrying decline. In less than a month, the player base has dropped by over 95%. Steam reviews now sit at a “Mixed” rating, reflecting growing dissatisfaction within the community.
Players are voicing frustration over a number of core issues, including:
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Lack of chat or communication features
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Severe matchmaking problems and connection issues
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No tutorials or onboarding, leaving many confused about core mechanics
These problems have led some fans to compare Firebreak to Firewalk Studios’ 2024 flop, Concord—a title that quickly became synonymous with multiplayer failure.
Remedy Responds – But Is It Too Late?
The developers at Remedy have acknowledged the rocky start. In a recent social media update, the team admitted that “there is still a lot of work to do,” suggesting that patches and content updates may be on the way. However, in today’s fiercely competitive FPS market, player retention is everything—and FBC: Firebreak may be running out of time.
With comparisons to other failed live-service titles mounting, many are asking: Can FBC: Firebreak recover, or is it another cautionary tale in the crowded multiplayer arena?