IO Interactive, the award-winning developer and publisher behind the globally acclaimed HITMAN franchise, and Amazon MGM have released the second episode of Beyond the Light, the developer diary series offering an inside look at the making of 007 First Light.

This latest episode shines a spotlight on the characters of the game and the creative talent bringing them to life, both on-screen and behind the scenes. 007 First Light is a standalone original, re-imagined origin story of James Bond, set to release on the 27^th of May 2026, on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X and Nintendo Switch 2 and is available for pre-order now from local retailers.

Joining the episode are Martin Emborg, Narrative and Cinematics Director at IO Interactive, and Beatrice Harty, Lead and Senior Character Artist, who offer insight into how story, cinematics, and character creation intersect in 007 First Light. They discuss how narrative intent, performance capture, and character artistry come together to define the tone and authenticity of the experience. From early concept to final in-game performance, the episode explores how the characters of 007 First Light are written, designed, and realised to feel human, expressive, and believable.

The second episode also features key members of the ensemble cast of 007 First Light, including Patrick Gibson (portraying James Bond), Noemie Nakai (portraying Agent Roth), Kiera Lester (portraying Moneypenny), and Alastair McKenzie (portraying Q). They share insight into their roles and how these iconic characters are being reinterpreted for a new Bond origin story. Their performances help ground the experience emotionally, shaping Bond’s early relationships and the world he is stepping into.

007 First Light is scheduled to launch on the 27^th of May 2026.

For more information, please visit the official website: 007FirstLightGame.com