IO Interactive Finally Reveal Their Upcoming James Bond Game

Well it’s been a good long while but Hitman developers IO Interactive have finally revealed their 007 game, in a perfect mash-up of developer and IP. 007 First Light is their story driven action adventure game featuring a brand new origin story focusing on a young Bond and moving up the 00 ranks.

The game is due on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2 and PC in 2026.

Have a nose at the action-packed trailer below;

Working through the ranks at MI6, Bond is a promising air crewman at the Royal Navy ahead of being recruited. He is quickly put through a rigorous training program for the newly resurrected elite 00 program. Safe to say we’re excited.

Hakan Abrak, CEO of IO Interactive had this to say regarding their new project;

“With 25 years of experience in creating captivating action-adventure games with the HITMAN franchise, our studio has been energized with this monumental opportunity in harnessing that expertise in bringing 007 back to video games.

We’re pouring our energy and passion for the franchise into creating a cinematic adventure that pushes the boundaries of what a James Bond game can be, while telling a fresh, new story. We can’t wait for players and fans to discover an experience tailor-made for them.”

Expect to see a cast of familiar characters in First Light, including Q, Moneypenny and M along with brand new players in Bond’s early story such as John Greenway and Isola.

We’re going to be keeping a close eye one this one Mr. Bond. Look out for more on this one very soon.

Source [Press Release]