IO Interactive has set a date for its James Bond origin story, 007 First Light. The spy thriller arrives March 27 on Windows PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. A new gameplay reveal showcases the tone, pacing, and player choice at the heart of the experience.
007 First Light rewinds the clock to follow a young, resourceful, and sometimes reckless James Bond as he navigates MI6’s training program. After a daring act of bravery as a Naval air crewman, Bond is recruited into the newly revived Double 0 program. When a mission to stop a rogue agent goes tragically wrong, he teams up with his reluctant mentor, Greenway, to pull at the threads of a deep conspiracy and stop a looming coup from within the State.
Key features players can expect:
– Become 007: Experience a fresh, standalone take on Bond’s origin and see how an audacious newcomer becomes MI6’s finest.
– Espionage with cinematic flair: Travel to striking locations, slip behind the wheel of iconic vehicles, and chase a rogue agent who’s always one step ahead.
– Play your way: Sneak through tight security or go in loud. Use gadgets to infiltrate, throw hands, open fire, or bluff your way past guards—the approach is entirely yours.
– MI6 replayability: Revisit favorite missions with additional modifiers and challenges to test your skills and keep the espionage action rolling.
007 First Light blends stealth, action, and narrative intrigue into a modern spy adventure, giving fans of Bond—and newcomers to the franchise—a new origin to uncover on PC and current-gen consoles. Mark your calendar for March 27 and get ready to earn your Double 0.
