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We’ve had plenty of 007-licensed games over the years, but it’s fair to say the quality has been mixed. Thankfully, that streak may finally be coming to an end with 007 First Light.
Developed by IO Interactive, the studio behind Hitman, 007 First Light looks set to deliver the kind of stylish, globe-trotting Bond adventure fans have been waiting for. From its release date and story details to gameplay, PC specs, and pre-order bonuses, here’s everything you need to know about 007 First Light.
007 First Light Release Date
007 First Light launches on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store on May 27, 2026. It will also release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on the same day.
Nintendo fans will have to wait a little longer, however, as the Nintendo Switch 2 version is currently scheduled for later in 2026. At the time of writing, no specific release date has been confirmed.
007 First Light Pre-Order Bonus and Deluxe Edition
If you pre-order 007 First Light, you’ll receive a generous set of bonuses, including a free Deluxe Edition upgrade and 24 hours of early access.
The 007 First Light Deluxe Edition includes:
- Full Base Game
- Four Outfits:
- Day of the Dead
- Desert Explorer
- Silent Anchor
- Gentleman Operator
- Agent’s Mark Weapon Skin
- The Gleaming Pack, which includes four gadget skins:
- Gleaming Lighter
- Gleaming Earphones
- Gleaming Dart Gun
- Gleaming Pen
007 First Light Story
007 First Light tells an origin story for one of the UK’s most iconic secret agents, with players stepping into the shoes of a young James Bond before he became a legend.
Before joining MI6’s elite Double 0 training programme, Bond made his name as a Naval air crewman. But when a mission to stop a rogue Double 0 agent ends in tragedy, the young and impulsive Bond is forced to confront the cost of the job. Teaming up with Greenway, a reluctant mentor with doubts about the 00 programme, Bond is drawn into a globe-spanning conspiracy that may conceal a coup at the heart of the United Kingdom.
007 First Light Gameplay
Rather than following the well-worn path of a straightforward first-person or third-person shooter, 007 First Light appears to lean into the elements that make Bond such a compelling character.
One of the game’s standout features is the “License to Kill” escalation system. This mechanic encourages restraint, with lethal force treated as a last resort rather than the default. In practice, that means players will often rely on hand-to-hand combat instead of immediately reaching for a gun.
Bond can chain together strikes, grapples, parries, counters, and environmental takedowns to dispatch enemies. These takedowns also make strong use of the world around him, turning everyday surroundings into tools of the trade in a way that feels appropriately cinematic.
The Art of Social Deception
Outside of combat, Bond has a range of options for talking, bluffing, and improvising his way through danger. If he’s caught somewhere he shouldn’t be, for example, he may be able to talk his way out of trouble with a quick cover story. That kind of fast-thinking social deception feels perfectly in keeping with the character, and it’s good to see it reflected in gameplay.
Given IO Interactive’s work on the Hitman series, it’s no surprise that 007 First Light also seems to carry some of that same design DNA. Players can expect non-linear infiltration routes, stealth-focused encounters, disguises, and opportunities to blend into the environment.
Gadgets and Blockbuster Spectacle
Of course, it wouldn’t be Bond without gadgets. 007 First Light doesn’t hold back here either, equipping Bond with tools like the Q-Lens, which highlights patrol routes, cameras, and points of interest, as well as a high-tech smartwatch that can hack terminals and bypass electronic locks.
The game also looks to embrace the blockbuster spectacle of the Bond films, with cinematic action sequences and large-scale chase scenes that feel closer in spirit to something like Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End than many Bond games of the past. From high-speed pursuits to mid-air survival set pieces, 007 First Light looks determined to capture the scale and style of the films.
PC Specifications
Built on IO Interactive’s proprietary Glacier engine, 007 First Light looks set to deliver detailed stealth environments, strong visual fidelity, and a cinematic presentation across a wide range of hardware.
Here are the minimum and recommended PC specs for 007 First Light:
MINIMUM:
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10/11
- Processor: Intel Core i5-9500 or AMD Ryzen 5 3500
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 or AMD Radeon RX 5700 or Intel Discrete GPU equivalent
- Storage: 80 GB available space
- Additional Notes: SSD required
RECOMMENDED:
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10/11
- Processor: Intel Core i5-13500 or AMD Ryzen 5 7600
- Memory: 16 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti or AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT or Intel Discrete GPU equivalent
- Storage: 80 GB available space
- Additional Notes: SSD required
Where Can I Watch the Latest Trailer?
Rather than focusing purely on story or gameplay, the latest trailer highlights the game’s stylish title sequence and overall tone, leaning hard into the kind of flair you’d hope to see from a Bond adaptation.
