IO Interactive, the developer behind the HITMAN series, and Amazon MGM Studios shared the first gameplay preview of 007 First Light during a PlayStation State of Play event. The game explores a re-imagined origin story of James Bond, presenting players with the chance to experience the early years of the iconic spy.
The game is scheduled for release on March 27, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. Pre-orders are available now and include an automatic upgrade to the 007 First Light – Deluxe Edition, which offers 24-hour early access along with additional in-game skins and outfits.
Patrick Gibson, known for Dexter: Original Sin and The OA, will portray James Bond. Classic characters such as M (Priyanga Burford), Q (Alastair Mackenzie), and Miss Moneypenny (Kiera Lester) will appear, alongside new characters including Bond’s mentor John Greenway (Lennie James) and Miss Roth (Noemie Nakai).
The gameplay preview highlighted missions in several locations, including an undercover chess tournament in Slovakia and a high-profile gala in Kensington, London. Players will need to adapt to these environments while completing objectives and learning the mechanics of espionage.
Central to the gameplay is the “Creative Approach” system. Players can choose stealth, direct action, or a combination of methods for completing missions. Key features include:
- Spycraft: Bond can eavesdrop, pickpocket, investigate environments, and gather critical information, providing multiple ways to approach objectives.
- Instinct: This mechanic allows Bond to manipulate enemy positions, avoid detection, and improve accuracy during combat.
- Gadgets: Q Branch equipment is integrated into gameplay for stealth, misdirection, and tactical solutions. Players unlock additional gadgets as missions progress.
- Combat: Encounters combine ranged and melee combat, environmental interactions, and a unique escalation system reflecting Bond’s tactical approach to threats.
The game also includes cinematic sequences, such as high-speed chases, shootouts, and aerial missions, emphasizing the action and tension associated with the Bond franchise.
Pricing for 007 First Light is $69.99 / €69.99 / £59.99 for standard editions. The Deluxe Edition includes early access, four item skins, a weapon skin, and four outfits. The Specialist Edition, exclusive to Amazon.com, offers unique packaging and the Classic Tux outfit. The Legacy Edition, priced at $299.99 / €299.99 / £259.99, includes all Deluxe content, a Golden Gun skin, the Obsidian Gold Suit, a Golden Gun figurine, a certificate of authenticity, and a steel case.
Pre-orders and additional information are available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, Amazon.com, Steam, and Epic Games Store. Players who register for an IOI account can access the Gilded Wraith weapon skin and On Duty outfit at launch, with additional rewards planned for future updates.
007 First Light launches on March 27, 2026, offering players a detailed and original look at James Bond’s early career in espionage.
