You can sign up for the closed technical test of FBC: Firebreak at firebreak.firstlook.gg, which is open to anyone. However, Remedy has indicated that space is limited for this test. To register, you’ll need to verify your email address and provide your date of birth. Participants selected for the closed technical test will receive an email from Remedy before May 15 that includes a key for their chosen platform, if available.
At the end of the sign-up process, potential playtesters must agree that any gameplay footage recorded will not be shared publicly. In essence, Remedy seeks to prevent any leaks from the closed technical test, as their focus is on conducting a technical assessment rather than promoting the game.
Closed technical tests are commonly used to assess server infrastructure and multiplayer netcode under various stress conditions. It’s crucial for a game to manage player influx on launch day effectively; thus, Remedy Entertainment aims to address potential issues in advance.
FBC: Firebreak represents a shift from Remedy Entertainment’s acclaimed single-player narratives, such as Alan Wake 2. Set in the universe of Control, another title from the studio, this game features mission-based gameplay with extraction-shooter elements, allowing players to collaborate. To enhance the game’s launch impact, Remedy has planned for FBC: Firebreak to be available on both Xbox Game Pass and PlayStation Plus from day one.
