007: First Light is now scheduled to launch worldwide on May 27, 2026, following a short delay from its previously announced March release window. Developer IO Interactive stated the shift allows additional time for final polish across all platforms.
The game will release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series consoles, Switch 2, and PC on Steam and the Epic Games Store. The Switch 2 version will ship as a physical game-key card.
Gameplay Trailer Reveal
About the Game
007 First Light reimagines James Bond’s early career, focusing on his recruitment into MI6’s revived Double 0 program. Players follow a younger, less-refined Bond as he works alongside his reluctant mentor, Greenway, to uncover a conspiracy threatening the stability of the State.
The narrative positions First Light as a standalone origin story, separate from existing film continuity, while still drawing heavily from classic Bond tone and iconography.
Editions and Pricing
007 First Light will be available in several editions at launch:
Standard Edition
$69.99 / £59.99 / €69.99
Includes the base game, a free Deluxe upgrade with digital pre-orders, four exclusive outfits, one weapon skin, and the Gleaming Pack.
Deluxe Edition (Digital Only)
$79.99 / £69.99 / €79.99
Includes the base game, four exclusive outfits, Agent’s Mark weapon skin, and Gleaming Pack gadget skins.
Specialist Edition (Physical Only, Amazon Exclusive)
$69.99 / £59.99 / €69.99
Includes the base game, Deluxe upgrade content, exclusive outfits, weapon skin, Gleaming Pack, and a classic tuxedo outfit. The Switch 2 version ships on a game-key card.
Legacy Edition (Physical Only)
$299.99 / £259.99 / €299.99
Includes the base game, Deluxe content, Golden Gun figurine, Obsidian Gold suit and weapon skin, and a steel case. This edition is not available on Switch 2 or the Epic Games Store.
007: First Light Gameplay Reveal
During a dedicated State of Play broadcast, IO Interactive showcased more than 35 minutes of gameplay from Bond’s first major mission. The presentation highlighted a blend of stealth, action, and cinematic pacing rooted in the studio’s prior work.
Key gameplay elements shown include:
- Close-quarters combat designed around momentum and positioning
- Stealth-focused infiltration with multiple approach paths
- High-speed vehicle sequences and scripted escape set pieces
- Replayable missions supported by modifiers and challenge options
IO Interactive emphasized player choice, allowing missions to be approached through stealth, direct combat, gadgets, or deception.
Editor’s Take
First Light appears positioned as IO Interactive’s most ambitious licensed project to date. The gameplay shown leans heavily into deliberate pacing, controlled tension, and systemic design rather than spectacle alone, drawing clear lineage from the studio’s work on Hitman.
With the release now set for May 27, 2026, the added development time signals a focus on refinement rather than restructuring. If the final game delivers on its promise of flexible mission design and a grounded Bond origin story, First Light could mark a strong foundation for IO Interactive’s planned James Bond trilogy.
