007 First Light Debuts at State of Play June 2025

007 First Light made its explosive debut during PlayStation's June 2025 State of Play event, with a scheduled 2026 release. Discover all the groundbreaking features, narrative elements, and gameplay innovations revealed.

007 First Light Unveiled at PlayStation State of Play June 2025

Arriving 2026

IO Interactive, the award-winning creators of the Hitman series and upcoming Mindseye, officially unveiled 007: First Light during Sony's June 2025 showcase. This third-person action-adventure reimagines James Bond's early career through cinematic missions across breathtaking international locales, featuring signature vehicles and multiple tactical approaches using interactive systems.

The PlayStation 5 exclusive will leverage next-gen hardware capabilities, especially on PS5 Pro models where PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution technology enhances visual fidelity and performance.

Reinventing Bond's Origin Story

Breaking franchise tradition, 007: First Light crafts an entirely new origin narrative featuring a 26-year-old James Bond. Players experience the rookie operative's transformation from brash Royal Navy airman to fledgling MI6 agent through Amazon MGM Studios-collaborated storytelling.

This untested Bond lacks the polished sophistication of later years - his instincts remain untempered, his methods unpredictable. The game explores pivotal moments when he learns espionage's brutal calculus: when to strike, when to deceive, and when to vanish.

The globe-spanning campaign transitions from Arctic operations to tropical infiltrations, introducing classic characters (M, Q) alongside new allies like mentor figure Greenway. IO Interactive's Glacier engine powers signature gameplay blending stealth eliminations, vehicular pursuits, and gadget-driven spycraft.

Expect meticulously crafted set pieces ranging from silent takedowns in Monte Carlo casinos to high-speed armored train confrontations. The proprietary technology enables unprecedented environmental interaction - every champagne flute and casino chip becomes potential tools for improvisational spy work.