While the anticipation for Control 2 continues, Remedy Games has launched a multiplayer-centric title within its universe, FBC: Firebreak. This game presents a considerably more humorous vibe compared to Control. In Control, players followed protagonist Jesse Faden as she delved into the psychological and supernatural dimensions of the Oldest House, whereas in FBC: Firebreak, you and your friends play as nameless employees tasked with managing emergencies and combating the Hiss while repairing various devices.
In teams of three, players must address the game’s diverse objectives and upgrade their skills to advance through the ranks. Here are some tips to help you tackle tasks efficiently and impress your supervisor.
Prioritize Team Play
Surprisingly, FBC: Firebreak shares several similarities with Elden Ring Nightreign. Players can form squads of up to three, emphasizing collaboration and communication. However, neither game offers in-game voice chat. Fortunately, FBC: Firebreak includes cross-platform support.
While solo play is an option, teaming up enhances the experience significantly. Certain tasks, such as repairing machines and fending off enemies, can be quite challenging alone. Collaborating allows players to utilize and combine the distinctive abilities from the game’s Crisis Kits for quicker and more successful outcomes.
Understanding Crisis Kits
Crisis Kits function as class types within Firebreak, currently including Fix, Jump, and Splash.
The Fix Kit specializes in close-range melee combat, equipped with a wrench and shotgun to take on foes. While the wrench deals minimal damage, it can be used to repair machines, bypassing mini-games. Fix Kits also feature a turret and the AI16 Piggy Altered Augment that generates a coin twister to damage enemies.
The Jump Kit emphasizes crowd control. Its Electro-Kinetic Charge Impactor can swiftly activate machines, assisting teammates during hectic situations. This Kit also includes a boombox that attracts enemies before detonating, alongside the AI19 Garden Gnome Altered Augment that summons lightning to strike foes.
The Splash Kit functions primarily as a support class with water abilities. Its Crank-Operated Fluidic Ejector cleanses teammates and removes negative effects like fire. It can also “wet” enemies, synergizing effectively with Jump Kits to shock them. Additionally, it comes with the AI44 Teapot Altered Augment, heating water to scald enemies for extra damage.
Familiarize with Job Sites
The game features five distinct Job Sites, each with unique settings and objectives. Being aware of your specific task can guide your choice of Kits for more efficient completion.
For instance, Hot Fix involves repairing fans and ensuring the furnace isn’t a fire hazard, whereas Paper Chase requires taking down numerous sticky notes scattered throughout. Utilizing the Splash Kit is advantageous in both scenarios: it can prevent burns in the former, and in the latter, it can dampen sticky notes, allowing Jump Kits to eliminate them with ease.
Ground Control involves exterminating insects for their pearls, while Frequency Shift requires you to clear pink goo from the area, which can erupt and harm players. Lastly, Freezer Duty requires teams to activate heaters to thaw the area, where the Jump Kit excels at activating these devices quickly.
Regularly Collect Research Samples
Throughout the various Job Sites, players will encounter Lost Assets and Research Samples on the ground. Collecting these is crucial for unlocking perks and upgrading tools, as they contribute to the game’s permanent progression system.
Lost Assets appear as clipboards and papers, while Research Samples resemble piles of colored powder. Each Job Site specializes in different Research Samples: Hot Fix has Whispering Ash, Paper Chase has Viscous Strip, and so on. Remember to complete your Job and extract from the elevator afterward; failures will lead to the loss of collected items.
FBC: Firebreak is now available on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
