Firebreak Unveils Exclusive Technical Test

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So, Remedy’s doing this thing with FBC: Firebreak – yeah, that game that used to be Project Condor, remember? Anyway, they’re running a closed technical test or CTT, whatever that means, from May 15 to May 19. Registration’s open via FirstLook. Sounds fancy. The game itself hits June 17. Mark your calendars or set reminders or whatever works for keeping you human.

Back in 2021, it was just Project Condor. Then, boom – October 2024, we get the big reveal. It’s a spin-off from Control. You play as this Firebreak unit cleaning up Hiss-infected messes in the Oldest House. Not sure why that stuck with me. Maybe it’s because I’ve never trusted houses, especially old ones. They’re weird.

Now, about this test. It starts 9 am ET on May 15 and wraps up by 4:59 pm ET on May 19. Pretty precise, huh? Check firebreak.firstlook.gg if you’re up for the challenge. Supposedly, it’s limited, but no one’s saying how limited. It’s like an exclusive club but with more pixels and less velvet rope. They want your email and age, but don’t fret – no age restriction posted.

If you get picked, expect an access code via email before the 15th. Social media’s buzzing, but as of May 12, invites were a no-show. By the way, the game’ll cost you $39.99 – $49.99 if you’re feeling extravagant with the Deluxe Edition. Oh, and it’s a day-one choice on Xbox Game Pass, but only if you’ve got the right tier. No idea how all that subscription jazz works, honestly.

For PlayStation folks, it’s dropping on PlayStation Plus too. Remedy seems keen on getting a solid start ’cause multiplayer scenes need all the help they can—or so I’ve heard. They’re hush-hush about post-launch plans, though.

And not to forget, those visuals – there’s something oddly satisfying about launching grenades in ultra-HD. Or well, that’s what the screenshots screamed. Why am I even mentioning this? No idea. Just came to mind. Anyway, get your email ready if you’re joining the test or just wait till June. Whatever rolls your dice.