IO Interactive, the independent video game developer and publisher behind the HITMAN franchise, and Amazon MGM Studios have announced the Year One content vision for 007 First Light. These plans include an expansive post-launch support plan featuring new story missions, exotic locations, and regular Tactical Simulation updates designed to keep players engaged throughout the year and beyond. IO Interactive and Amazon MGM Studios can also confirm that 007 First Light has sold more than 2.7 million copies one week after release. 007 First Light is available now on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, on Amazon.com, on PC, on Steam, and Epic Games Store, as well as at key retailers. New TacSim Content Tactical Simulation Mode will receive a range of new content throughout the year, introducing gameplay challenges that test players’ skill and resourcefulness. Players will return to Kensington in ...

IO Interactive, the independent video game developer and publisher behind the HITMAN franchise, and Amazon MGM Studios today debuted the launch trailer for 007 First Light, IO Interactive’s standalone, reimagined James Bond origin story. 007 First Light is set to release on the 27th of May 2026, on PS5 and Xbox Series X and later in 2026 on Nintendo Switch 2. Pre-orders are available now, and players who pre-order 007 First Light will get upgraded to the 007 First Light – Deluxe Edition for free, granting exclusive in-game skins and outfits. In 007 First Light, James Bond (portrayed by Patrick Gibson) steps into the world of espionage after catching MI6’s attention, beating the odds in a precarious situation in Iceland. Bond finds an unexpected advocate in M (Priyanga Burford), who sees his ability to stay in control under pressure and backs his judgment in the field. That confidence is tested by John Greenway (Lennie James), a former 00 agent and the program’s ...

IO Interactive, the award-winning developer and publisher behind the globally acclaimed HITMAN franchise, and Amazon MGM Studios revealed a new trailer for 007 First Light, with a new look at the game’s key features. The new Rules of Spycraft trailer for 007 First Light pulls back the curtain on what it means to operate as a modern MI6 recruit. The 007 number will have to be earned, with players set to go on a reimagined origin story, where every encounter can be navigated with stealth, bluffing, or full-on action, depending on how you read the room. 007 First Light is set to release on May 27, 2026, on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, and in Summer 2026 on Nintendo Switch 2. Pre-orders are available now*, and players who pre-order 007 First Light will get upgraded to the 007 First Light – Deluxe Edition for free, granting a 24-hour Early ...

IO Interactive, the award-winning developer and publisher behind the globally acclaimed HITMAN franchise, and Amazon MGM Studios today released the third episode of Beyond the Light, the developer diary series offering an inside look at the making of 007 First Light. In the third episode of Beyond the Light, IO Interactive explores the game’s narrative foundations and the team’s approach to reimagining James Bond’s origin for video games, bringing a youthful, hopeful perspective to the dangerous world of espionage. 007 First Light is set to release on May 27, 2026, on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2*, and PC, and is available for pre-order, including the Collector’s Edition and Legacy Edition. Additionally, players who pre-order 007 First Light will get upgraded to the 007 First Light – Deluxe Edition for free, granting 24-hour Early Access**, as well as exclusive in-game items and outfits. In this episode, Main Writer Michael Vogt shares how the story for 007 First Light is crafted, ...

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 27th 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 ...

IO Interactive, the award-winning developer and publisher behind the globally acclaimed HITMAN franchise, and Amazon MGM Studios shared an extended trailer for 007 First Light, offering players a deeper look at Grammy Award winner Lenny Kravitz as The Pirate King Bawma. First unveiled during The Game Awards, Bawma’s introduction to 007 First Light has been expanded upon with new scenes highlighting his dramatic first encounter with Bond and his MI6 mentor, John Greenway, further displaying the game’s bold, cinematic vision. The extended footage builds on Bawma’s initial reveal, showcasing the charismatic and unpredictable leader of a powerful black-market arms network. Brought to life with Kravitz’s voice and likeness, Bawma is a powerful adversary for Bond to contend with and plays a key role in shaping his journey in 007 First Light. 007 First Light is scheduled to launch on the 27th of May 2026. For more information, please visit the official website: 007FirstLightGame.com

IO Interactive, the award-winning developer and publisher behind the globally-acclaimed HITMAN franchise, and Amazon MGM Studios today revealed a new story trailer for 007 First Light, offering players a deeper look at IO Interactive’s original take on the origin of James Bond. 007 First Light is set to release on May 27, 2026, on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox ROG Ally X, Xbox ROG Ally, Nintendo Switch 2*, and PC, and is available for pre-order, including the Collector’s Edition and Legacy Edition. Additionally, players who pre-order 007 First Light will get upgraded to the 007 First Light – Deluxe Edition for free, granting 24-hour Early Access**, as well as exclusive in-game items and outfits. Revealed during today’s Sony PlayStation State of Play, the story trailer sets the stage for a global intrigue, as Bond is recruited into MI6 and enters the world of espionage, full of hidden agendas and ...

IO Interactive, the award-winning developer and publisher behind the globally-acclaimed HITMAN franchise, and Amazon MGM Studios are proud to announce a collaboration with NVIDIA GeForce to deliver an enhanced PC experience for 007 First Light, launching May 27, 2026. 007 First Light is set to release on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox ROG Ally X, Xbox ROG Ally, Nintendo Switch 2*, and PC, and is available for pre-order. Players who pre-order 007 First Light will get upgraded to the 007 First Light – Deluxe Edition for free, granting a 24-hour Early Access**, as well as exclusive in-game skins and outfits. 007 First Light harnesses the power of NVIDIA GeForce’s latest RTX technologies, bringing cinematic visuals and breakthrough performance to PC gamers worldwide. Developed in close collaboration with NVIDIA, the game features DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation, for an even deeper sense of immersion and improved performance. “Our partnership ...

IO Interactive, the award-winning developer and publisher behind the globally-acclaimed HITMAN franchise, and Amazon MGM Studios announced that Grammy Award winner Lenny Kravitz has joined the ensemble cast of 007 First Light as The Pirate King Bawma, the charismatic and unpredictable leader of a powerful black-market arms network. Featuring the likeness and voiceover work from Lenny Kravitz in a video game for the first time, Bawma will be a figure who blurs the line between ally and adversary in Bond’s journey. 007 First Light is set to release on the 27th of March 2026, on PS5, Xbox Series X and Nintendo Switch 2, and is available for pre-order. “The Bond franchise has such an incredible legacy in video games, so to step into it with a brand-new character like Bawma is amazing,” shared Lenny Kravitz. “He’s magnetic and unpredictable, there’s danger in him, but also heart and purpose. He’s not just a ...

IO Interactive, the award-winning developer and publisher behind the globally-acclaimed HITMAN franchise, and Amazon MGM have released the first episode of Beyond the Light, a new series of developer diaries that offers an inside look at the making of 007 First Light. The series explores the game’s design philosophy and creative process, beginning with an in-depth focus on gameplay. 007 First Light is a standalone original, re-imagined origin story of James Bond, set to release on the 27th of March 2026 on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X and Nintendo Switch 2 and is available for pre-order now! The debut episode features Andreas Krogh, Gameplay Director, and Thomas Pulluello, Senior Level Designer, as they take viewers behind the scenes to reveal how IOI’s team brings the tension, style, and precision of a young James Bond to life through interactive storytelling and gameplay. At the heart of 007 First Light lies the Creative Approach, a design philosophy ...