The upcoming James Bond game 007 First Light has been delayed from March 2026 to May 2026 to allow for further polishing, despite being fully playable. Developed by IO Interactive, it features a reimagined origin story of a young Bond and includes notable performances by Patrick Gibson and Lenny Kravitz. The game draws gameplay similarities to Hitman and aims for long-term success, with fans expressing some concerns over graphics quality.
The James Bond game 007 First Light has been delayed from March to May 27, 2026, to allow the developers extra time for polishing and refining, ensuring a high-quality experience for players.
IO Interactive has delayed the release of their James Bond game 007 First Light by two months, now set for May 27, 2026, to allow further polishing and ensure a high-quality experience for players.
IO Interactive is creating a unique and dynamic soundtrack for 007: First Light, emphasizing that the young Bond must 'earn' his iconic themes through his development in the game, blending orchestral and synthetic elements to reflect both tradition and modernity, while carefully crafting music that adapts to gameplay and maintains the franchise's sonic identity.
007 First Light is an upcoming James Bond game from IO Interactive, focusing on Bond's early days as a young recruit, featuring new and recurring characters, with gameplay trailers showcasing combat, driving, and infiltration. It is set to release on March 27, 2026, across multiple platforms, with preorders available including a special Legacy Edition.
IO Interactive humorously used a digital Daniel Craig's head on Agent 47's body to pitch their James Bond game, 007 First Light, showcasing a blend of stealth, social interaction, and exploration, with the game releasing on Switch 2 in March 2026.
The upcoming James Bond game, 007 First Light, developed by IO Interactive, was showcased in a September 2025 State of Play with a gameplay deep dive highlighting high-speed chases, stealth, and shootouts. The game is scheduled for release on March 27, 2026, across multiple platforms, with Patrick Gibson confirmed as the voice of James Bond.
Sony will host a dedicated State of Play showcase on September 3 at 2PM ET focusing solely on the upcoming James Bond game 007 First Light by IO Interactive, featuring gameplay highlights, a full mission playthrough, and possibly a release window for 2026 across multiple platforms.
PlayStation will host a State of Play event on September 3 showcasing 007 First Light, a new James Bond game from IO Interactive, featuring over 30 minutes of gameplay including high-speed chases, stealth, and shootouts, with insights from the developers and enhancements for PlayStation 5 Pro.
IO Interactive is working on performance fixes for Hitman: World of Assassination on Nintendo Switch 2, with updates expected soon, as they continue to optimize the game and prepare for the release of their next title, 007: First Light, on the new platform.
The upcoming 2026 video game '007 First Light' by IO Interactive introduces a young, reckless, and original version of James Bond, marking the first new Bond project under Amazon MGM Studios, and aims to appeal to both longtime fans and new players with its fresh take on the iconic character.
IO Interactive is hosting its first-ever game showcase featuring the highly anticipated 007 First Light, along with updates on MindsEye and Hitman, available to watch live.
IO Interactive is updating Hitman with a new elusive target featuring Le Chiffre from Casino Royale, available soon on PC and consoles, as part of a collaboration announced with actor Mads Mikkelsen, who voices the character. This event ties into upcoming Bond-related content, including a new Bond game and rewards linked to the 007 franchise.
007 First Light is an upcoming standalone James Bond game developed by IO Interactive, featuring a 26-year-old Bond in an original story set in the early days of his career, with a release planned for 2026 on PS5 Pro, promising globe-trotting action, gadgets, and car chases.
The upcoming James Bond game, 007: First Light, developed by iO Interactive, takes players back to Bond's early days in the spy service with a third-person action style reminiscent of Hitman, featuring high-octane sequences and a storyline where Bond hasn't yet earned the 007 designation. It is scheduled for release in 2026 on Switch 2 and PS5, with potential availability on Xbox and PC.
