IO Interactive and Amazon MGM Studios have unveiled the first extended look at 007 First Light, showcasing over 30 minutes of uninterrupted gameplay during the latest Sony State of Play broadcast.

The spy action-adventure game, presented as a reimagined origin story of the world's most famous Agent 007, is set to release on March 27, 2026, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.

Pre-orders began immediately following the broadcast, with early purchasers receiving a free upgrade to the Deluxe Edition, 24-hour early access, and exclusive cosmetic content.

What the 30-Minute Gameplay Video of 007 First Light Showed

The in-depth gameplay showcase focused on James Bond's first mission as a young MI6 recruit, where he tracks down a missing Agent 009. The sequence begins with tailing a suspicious hotel employee: Bond uses reconnaissance and improvised distractions—matches and tranquilizer darts—to infiltrate.

Inside, he gathers intel from guests before the mission transitions into a spectacular car chase through the countryside, a chaotic airport shootout, and a climactic confrontation aboard a plane. The demonstration concludes with Bond skydiving, highlighting IO Interactive's ambition to blend stealth, improvisation, and blockbuster scale.

Key Gameplay Mechanics of 007 First Light

Developers emphasized the "Creative Approach" concept—a gameplay philosophy allowing players to decide whether to act quietly, overtly, or combine methods.

Among the core systems are Spycraft, encompassing eavesdropping, pickpocketing, and environmental clue-finding; Instinct—a resource enabling Bond to bluff, lure, or enhance accuracy; and a suite of gadgets from Q Branch, including a laser watch, smoke devices, and hacking tools.

The combat system combines melee takedowns, improvisation with surrounding objects, and the iconic "License to Kill" mechanic, unlocking Bond's deadliest moves in critical moments.

Beyond the debut mission, the presentation showcased other locations and tasks, including a covert operation at a prestigious chess tournament in Slovakia and an infiltration at a luxurious ball in Kensington, London.

IO Interactive promises that these global scenes will blend elegance and explosive dynamics characteristic of the Bond franchise. Car chases, brawls, and spectacular shootouts seamlessly integrate into stealth gameplay and social infiltrations, reminiscent of Hitman's legacy while pushing beyond its boundaries.

Cast of 007 First Light

Patrick Gibson, known for his role as Dexter in the series Dexter: Original Sin and The OA, officially voices and models for Bond. The cast also includes Priyanga Burford as M, Alastair Mackenzie as Q, Kiera Lester as Miss Moneypenny, Lennie James as mentor John Greenway, and Noémie Nakai as Miss Roth.

007 First Light - State of Play Gameplay Deep Dive

This detailed showcase has been the most comprehensive introduction to 007 First Light since its announcement in 2020. The studio, renowned for the Hitman: World of Assassination trilogy, aims to reimagine the spy fantasy with an original storyline, cinematic scenes, and diverse gameplay systems.