007 First Light Release Date is Now Official

The upcoming game titled “007 First Light” is set to be released on various platforms including PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch 2 on March 27, 2026. Previously, a release window for 2026 was announced at the time of its unveiling in June, but this new information provides a more precise date within that year.

For several years now, IO Interactive, renowned for creating the highly successful Hitman series, has been diligently working on the first James Bond video game in over a decade. After the less-than-successful 007 Legends, released by Activision in 2012, the eagerly awaited 007 First Light is set to bring the charming spy back to this format. In June, the Danish studio gave fans their first peek at the project, offering a glimpse of James Bond in the game. More recently, the developers have shared exciting new details about their upcoming title, further fueling the excitement of eager gamers.

007 First Light Coming Out on March 27

On September 3rd, a State of Play stream focused on the game “007 First Light” was broadcast by PlayStation, where IO Interactive officially confirmed that the game would be released on March 27th, 2026. This announcement brought an end to several months of anticipation about its release date and secured its spot among other significant releases scheduled for the first half of 2026, such as “Grand Theft Auto 6.” During this event, developers also offered an in-depth look at the gameplay of “007 First Light,” showcasing everything from exhilarating action sequences reminiscent of “Uncharted” to open-ended missions akin to “Hitman.

It’s worth noting that the game, titled “007 First Light“, is expected to launch just a year after its announcement. This swift timeline for AAA games is not the norm and will likely be welcomed by fans of James Bond who won’t have to wait long to play it. However, the game could potentially face competition as its release date comes close to that of GTA 6, which might cause some players to shift their focus away from the Bond game sooner than typical.

Despite any considerations, thanks to the Hitman studio’s past triumphs and decades of accumulated expertise, the game 007 First Light seems poised for a potential resurgence of James Bond video games. As an origin story that draws heavily from the Ian Fleming novels, it also promises to offer something innovative, differentiating itself from other games in the series, which were primarily movie-inspired.

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2025-09-03 23:39