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'007 First Light' gets launch trailer

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007 First Light, IO Interactive's standalone, reimagined James Bond origin story, is set to release in less than a week. In anticipation of the launch, a new trailer was aired:

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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 hardline training instructor, whose disciplined, by-the-book philosophy clashes with Bond’s instinctive, improvisational style. When the rogue return of 009 becomes the 00-Programme’s first real test, Bond is set on a journey across the world, pursuing leads from the quiet Carpathian Mountains to the dangerous black market of Aleph, and into the lair of the unpredictable Bawma (Lenny Kravitz).
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Players can tackle objectives through stealth, direct action, or a mix of both, by leveraging the following four gameplay systems:
  • Spycraft that rewards observation: eavesdropping on key conversations, pickpocketing vital items, and uncovering environmental clues to open new pathways.
  • Bond’s Instinct gives players a versatile edge to lure enemies, bluff their way out of suspicion, or sharpen focus for precision in combat.
  • Q Branch gadgets expand tactical options for hacking, lock cutting, distractions, elimination, and quiet takedowns.
  • When stealth breaks, combat is fast and fluid, blending impactful close-quarters takedowns with ranged gunplay and an escalation that reflects Bond’s measured use of force, up to his Licence to Kill.
The announcement comes shortly after another IO Interactive partnership with smart glasses maker, Even Realities. The two companies have paired up to integrate Even Realities’ latest flagship smart glasses, the Even G2, directly into 007 First Light. The Even G2 will appear as an in-game gadget, and its integration will be arriving via a post-launch update. For additional insights on what Even Realities' smart glasses are capable of, be sure to check out our editorial that features their earlier model!

007 First Light is set to release on May 27, on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. A Nintendo Switch 2 version is planned for a Summer 2026 release.

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I talked a bunch of smack about this early on, but as a fan of all the Bond games! I went ahead and pre-ordered on Steam and will get the free Deluxe Upgrade.
I'm too much of a fan to not try this, I just completed Bloodstone for the 3rd time and now I'm waiting on a new experience with this title, especially seeing the new combat system.

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looks like there will be way too many rules in the game to actually have fun. not my style of game. if i cant go around and kill without impunity there is no point in playing a game like this.
 

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