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007 First Light Reveals James Bond's Origin in IO Interactive's 2026 Release

Designed as a third-person action-adventure, the game casts a young, often reckless Bond in MI6 training with a deeper gameplay reveal set for IO Interactive’s June showcase.

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Overview

  • IO Interactive officially titled its long-gestating James Bond project 007 First Light and set a 2026 launch window after revealing a cinematic trailer.
  • The trailer depicts a 26-year-old Bond navigating MI6’s rigorous training program before earning his 00 status.
  • The game adopts a third-person action-adventure format that blends IO Interactive’s signature stealth design with cinematic combat, full-throttle driving, and cutting-edge gadgets.
  • Developed in partnership with Amazon MGM Studios, First Light will arrive on PlayStation 5 (optimized for PS5 Pro at 60 FPS Quality Mode), Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.
  • IO Interactive will unveil hands-on gameplay and additional story details during its IOI Showcase presentation on June 6, 2025.