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New James Bond Game Reveals Plot for Much-Anticipated Outing in Dramatic First Look

The trailer reveals Bond's recruitment into MI6 and early missions, with gameplay set partly in Iceland; the game launches May 27, 2026, after a two-month delay.

  • IO Interactive released the 'First Light' story trailer, revealing fresh plot details and confirming 007 First Light's May 27, 2026 launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam.
  • After delaying the launch by two months, the studio cited polishing needs as IO Interactive said the game is "fully playable from beginning to end" but requires extra time to "further polish".
  • Early footage shows Iceland sequences and MI6 recruitment, with Patrick Gibson as a younger Bond entering the newly revived 00 Programme alongside Priyanga Burford as M and Lennie James as John Greenway.
  • IO Interactive is returning Bond to gaming after a long hiatus, with the first game since 2012's 007 Legends that expands the cast to include Bawma and Charlotte Roth.
  • Early scenes emphasize Bond's instincts and mounting tensions with Greenway as in-story conflict arises with the resurgence of 009, according to the developer.
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IO Interactive and Amazon MGM Studios have unveiled a new story trailer of 007 First Light, inviting you to discover the early years of James Bond before it becomes the world legend. Watch the trailer here: The game will appear on May 27, 2026 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X的S, Xbox ROG Ally X, Xbox ROG Ally, Nintendo Switch 2 and PC. It is already available for pre-order, including a Collector's Edition and an Heritage Edition. Players who pre-…

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PlayStation broke the news in on Thursday, February 12, 2026.
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