007 First Light Launching in 2026

Making its debut during the State of Play segment earlier today, IO Interactive has revealed a first look at their new title 007 First Light.

Featuring a unique, standalone original story, 007 First Light will have players stepping into the shoes of a young Bond.

As this promising yet rebellious Royal Navy air crewman that has been recruited into MI6, Bond’s sharp instincts and heroism in combat has helped to propel him into the agency’s rigorous training program. 

In case you missed it, be sure to check out the announcement trailer for 007 First Light below:

007 First Light – Announcement Trailer

Hakan Abrak, CEO of IO Interactive, said the following:

“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.”

Looking to join the conversation? Be sure to check out the official Discord channel for the title.

Source: Press Release